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Brisbane Roar Reject 'Disgrace' Claim After Police-Seen Tunnel Clash in 2-1 Win

The club says police presence was routine, signaling potential legal action over Warren Moon’s comments.

Brisbane Roar coach Michael Valkanis was sent off with a red-card after two bookable offences during the NYE clash with Central Coast Mariners’.
Justin Vidic scored a late winner and was the toast of the Brisbane Roar. (Darren England/AAP PHOTOS)
Central Coast head coach Warren Moon has hit out at the conduct of rival Brisbane Roar staff. (Richard Wainwright/AAP PHOTOS)
A police officer watches the incident. Photo: Paramount+.

Overview

  • Justin Vidic decided the New Year’s Eve A-League Men match with a 92nd‑minute header as Brisbane beat Central Coast 2-1 in Gosford.
  • Roar coach Michael Valkanis was sent off in first‑half stoppage time for two yellow cards after sarcastically clapping referee Alex King, leaving assistant Borja Lema to lead the second half.
  • A heated half‑time confrontation in the tunnel involved staff and players, with TV footage showing police near the scene, though specific details remain unconfirmed.
  • Central Coast interim coach Warren Moon condemned the scenes as a disgrace and said police were in the tunnel, with broadcast vision showing Matt Simon arguing with Roar goalkeeper Dean Bouzanis.
  • Brisbane issued a statement rejecting any misconduct, calling Moon’s remarks inappropriate, asserting police did not intervene beyond routine presence, and saying the club is seeking legal advice.