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Isabel Gomez`s late goal sends Central Coast Mariners to the A-League Women grand final, defeating Melbourne City 1-0.

Central Coast Mariners triumphed over Melbourne City with a 1-0 victory in the second leg of their semifinal on May 11, 2025, at Casey Fields. Isabel Gomez scored the crucial goal in the 121st minute, a decision that sparked controversy due to her apparent offside position. This win propelled the Mariners into the A-League Women grand final with a 3-2 aggregate score across both legs.

Melbourne City faced a challenging match, losing striker Holly McNamara to concussion early on and later seeing Lourdes Bosch receive a red card. The Mariners took full advantage of their numerical superiority, with Peta Trimis assisting Gomez for the decisive goal. In a parallel semifinal, Melbourne Victory secured their grand final spot by defeating Adelaide United 3-1, achieving a 6-2 aggregate victory.

The grand final is set to take place in Melbourne next Sunday, where the Mariners will seek to claim the championship against a strong Victory side. The match drew an attendance of approximately 3,000 fans, highlighting the growing interest in women`s soccer in Australia. Mariners` goalkeeper Sarah Langman was instrumental in maintaining a clean sheet, while Gomez`s performance was pivotal in securing the win for her team. The Mariners have not lost to City this season, marking a significant achievement in their campaign.

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