In a dramatic New Year's Eve clash in the Australia A-League, Brisbane Roar came from behind to secure a 2-1 away victory over Central Coast Mariners on December 31st, 2025. The Mariners took an early lead at Central Coast Stadium, sending the home crowd into raptures, but Brisbane showed tremendous resilience to turn the match around with two second-half goals, snatching all three points at the death. The home side started brightly and were rewarded with a well-worked opener, capitalizing on some hesitant Roar defending. Brisbane grew into the game as the half progressed and their pressure told after the break with an equalizer from a set-piece situation. As the clock ticked down, the match seemed headed for a draw until a swift Brisbane counter-attack in stoppage time carved open the Mariners' defense, allowing a Roar forward to slot home the winner past a despairing goalkeeper. The late goal was a crushing blow for the Mariners, who had fought hard for most of the contest. This result provided a significant boost to Brisbane Roar's playoff aspirations, moving them up the A-League table, while leaving Central Coast to rue missed opportunities in a match they had led. The Brisbane manager hailed his team's character, while the Mariners' coach lamented a lapse in concentration at the most crucial moment.