Photo GettyWellington Phoenix aim to capitalise on Sydney FC's controversial midfield absences as they attempt to pull off the upset of the A-League season in Saturday's home clash. Phoenix co-coach Chris Greenacre has no real issue with Sydney FC coach Graham Arnold's ploy in asking Josh Brillante and Brandon O'Neill to pick up yellow cards last weekend. But he says it's something he wouldn't do and now he hopes to take advantage as the desperate Phoenix try to inflict only the second defeat on Sydney FC in 26 matches this season. "They're without two of their most consistent players in O'Neill and Brillante, who have been terrific for them this season," Greenacre said. Sydney have already wrapped up the A-League premiership, sitting 17 points clear of second-placed Melbourne Victory with only two regular season games remaining.

Source: Otago Daily Times April 05, 2017 03:33 UTC