Central Coast: Oliver Bozanic and Matt Simon
The local duo have been crucial to the Mariners rise up the table in 2021. Skipper Bozanic s drive from midfield sets the tone while Simon has enjoyed an incredible resurgence as the target man up top. Macarthur: Markel Susaeta and Adam Federici
Matt Derbyshire may be Macarthur s leading scorer but it s Susaeta s creativity and guile that s crucial to much of their attack. Goalkeeper Federici has been immense between the sticks this season and will be keen to perform on the big stage. KEY TO THE GAME
Can Macarthur make the most of their weight of possession? The Bulls will need to get the creative Susaeta involved and turn that into goals. Otherwise they ll be susceptible on the counter against the Mariners - who ve had their number this season.
The stage is set for the A-League 2021 Finals Series, after it was confirmed that the Central Coast Mariners and Brisbane Roar FC will host Elimination Finals next weekend.
The Mariners will take on A-League entrants Macarthur FC in an all-NSW affair on Saturday 12 June at Central Coast Stadium, after downing Western United FC 2-0 in their final league game today to secure third spot on the table.
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