Brisbane Roar staged a comeback to defeat Perth Glory 1-2 on the road in an Australia A-League encounter on January 16, 2026. This away win provided a much-needed boost for Brisbane, showing resilience to overturn a deficit and secure a valuable three points. Perth Glory took the lead in the first half and looked comfortable, but Brisbane Roar fought back with two second-half goals, including a late winner that sparked wild celebrations from the traveling fans. A standout performance came from Brisbane's substitute winger, who came off the bench to provide an assist and change the game's dynamic with his pace and direct running. The result had a significant impact on the lower half of the A-League table, lifting Brisbane Roar away from the relegation zone and halting Perth Glory's positive momentum at home. The Brisbane manager called it a "character-defining win," while the Perth coach was left to lament his team's inability to manage the game after taking the lead.