Local bragging rights go up for grabs in the Football Queensland Premier League (FQPL) this weekend, while a massive match in Ipswich could have a major impact on the table.
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Key Matches:
Logan Lightning v Rochedale Rovers
The pressure will be on Rochedale Rovers to rectify their disappointing post-restart form in a tough Round 21 opener against ladder leaders and local rivals Logan Lightning.
After last weekend’s 3-0 loss to Ipswich Knights, eighth-placed Rochedale have failed to secure a point or score a goal in either of their two games since the season resumed.
Their deficiencies could be exposed if a better performance is not forthcoming against an in-form opponent who will want to pile on the pain.
Logan are flying high in first with 17 points and 21 goals from seven games, although a midweek 2-2 draw at home to Mitchelton FC did partially stymie their momentum.
Match Details
Saturday, 15 August, 6:15pm
Cornubia Park
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Ipswich Knights v Mitchelton FC
Two teams with impressive records lock horns at Eric Evans Oval in what should be a fascinating Sunday fixture.
Mitchelton FC will be upbeat after securing a handy away point against Logan Lightning to remain undefeated after six matches.
Four of those results have, however, been draws, meaning the Mustangs – who have conceded a league-low eight goals – still have room for improvement.
Maximum points will be the target this time around, particularly after the visitors claimed a 1-0 victory in this very fixture last season.
Match Details
Sunday, 16 August, 3:00pm
Eric Evans Oval
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Other Round 21 Matches:
Wolves FC v SWQ Thunder
Sunday, 16 August, 4:00pm
Carmichael Park
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Sunshine Coast FC v Souths United
Sunday, 16 August, 4:00pm
Kawana Western Precinct
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Holland Park Hawks v Southside Eagles
Sunday, 16 August, 6:30pm
Whites Hill Reserve
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Key Players:
Seb Hernando (Mitchelton FC): With two goals in four games and a Team of the Week berth under his belt, Mitchelton’s attacking midfielder will be full of confidence for the trip to Ipswich.
Jed Brown (Logan Lightning): Rick Coghlan’s side have been irrepressible going forward this season thanks in no small part to the talented Brown, who has added four goals to the 18 he scored in the FQPL last term.
Andoni Koulouris (Holland Park Hawks): Now embedded within Holland Park’s senior squad, attacker Koulouris continues to look right at home and his four goals have proved highly valuable.
Image: David Wilson Photography
