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At this time in the season games are often described as six pointers. Meaning, these are games that are particularly important for both sides given it is nearly finals time. Of course, this game was not a six pointer, it was a three pointer just like any other game. It was an important game though as both teams are on the cusp of making the top six and the finals. It was a difficult match to predict beforehand and, sure enough, it was a difficult match to predict right to the last minute!

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Canberra United have had two matches this season where they have had the bulk of possession. Adelaide United play a typically modern-day game where possession is king. Possession is not what Canberra does, and it doesn’t always matter either. So, the expectation for this match was that Adelaide would have the ball a lot and look for ways to break down Canberra’s defence. Canberra would rely on quick transitions and seizing the moment when they could.

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This was the Forever Green – Heritage Round for Canberra United. A celebration of the rich history of the team and its impact on football in Australia. You could buy old shirts, or rather vintage merchandise and have your picture taken with the W-League Champions Trophy in the Heritage Round photo booth. So, a celebration that warranted a good performance and a Canberra win. Party poopers Central Coast Mariners had other ideas.   

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Liz Anton has had a good week. She captained the side against her former club. She scored the winning goal. She was voted Player of the Match and was selected for the Football Ferns. Anton has become an important player for Canberra. She’s a key reason why Canberra’s defence has improved significantly this season. Her good form and leadership were there for all to see in this match.

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Canberra were marginal favourites as the players marched onto the McDonald Jones Stadium. Canberra United have an excellent record against Newcastle Jets. In the past, Canberra have won 17 times to Newcastle’s 4. Michelle Heyman has scored 21 goals in 25 appearances against the Jets and the last time the Jets beat Canberra in Newcastle was in 2018, thanks to a Courtney Vine goal. Of course, previous matchups mean diddly-squat on the day

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If you look up the meaning of the common football term ‘bogey team’ you’ll find that the term refers to a team that tends to habitually beat another specified team despite appearing to be a weaker side. Canberra appeared to be the weaker side going into this match. Do Brisbane Roar consider Canberra United their bogey team? Probably should do.

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