Sydney FC, under the management of Ufuk Talay, has had a inconsistent start to the season. After alternating between wins and losses in their first five games, the Sky Blues have since lost two consecutive matches before drawing 3-3 with Adelaide United in their last outing. This leaves them in eighth place, just two points off the playoff spots, and in dire need of a win to revive their campaign.
Melbourne Victory, on the other hand, are in a stronger position, sitting third in the league. They have not lost in their last three games, although their two-game winning streak was halted by a 1-1 draw against Melbourne City in the last match. A win against Sydney FC could see them move to the top of the A-League ladder.
Key players to watch include Sydney FC's Brazilian international Douglas Costa, who recently scored a double against Adelaide United, and Melbourne Victory's captain Roderick Miranda, who scored a crucial equalizer in their last match. Adama Traore is expected to return to the Victory's lineup, adding depth to their defense.
The match kicks off at 7:35 p.m. local time (AEDT) and will be available to watch on Paramount+, 10 Play, and 10 Bold for fans in Australia.
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