Head coach Gary van Egmond has named his extended squad for Friday night’s Grassroots Recognition Round clash against Adelaide United at CommBank Stadium.
Western Sydney Wanderers return home for a pivotal clash with Adelaide United as the club celebrates its Grassroots Recognition Round, proudly supported by Aussie Broadband. Members and fans are in for an evening of football, community, and celebration of grassroots clubs that connect the Red & Black to Western Sydney.
The Wanderers come off a thrilling 2-2 draw with Brisbane Roar, bouncing back from an early Georgios Vrakas strike through goals from Brandon Borrello and Bozhidar Kraev. Late drama saw Niall Thom equalise for the hosts, while Jai Rose’s stoppage-time bicycle kick rattled the crossbar, underlining the team’s attacking intent.
Western Sydney Wanderers FC: 3.Alex GERSBACH, 7.Ryan FRASER, 8.Steven UGARKOVIC, 9.Kosta BARBAROUSES, 14.Philip CANCAR, 17.Jarrod CARLUCCIO, 18.Jacob FARRELL, 20.Lawrence THOMAS (GK), 21.Aydan HAMMOND, 22.Anthony PANTAZOPOLOUS, 23.Bozhidar KRAEV, 24.Nate BARRIE, 25.Josh BRILLANTE, 26.Brandon BORRELLO, 30.Jordan HOLMES (GK), 32.Angus THURGATE, 38.Jai ROSE, 39.Awan LUAL
Ins: 5.Dylan SCICLUNA (returns from suspension), 19.Ruon TONGYIK (promoted)
Outs: N/A
