PANAJI
Brisbane Roar FC pulled off a remarkable 5-1 victory against Dempo SC in the Bhausaheb Bandodkar Memorial Trophy, despite playing with ten men for most of the match.
The A-League side's resilience was put to the test early on when Jack Hingert received a second yellow card for a foul on Laximanrao Rane. Dempo SC, buoyed by their numerical advantage, dominated the first half but failed to capitalise.
The match took a dramatic turn after the break, with Brisbane unleashing a ruthless attacking display. Thomas Waddingham broke the deadlock in the 48th minute, tapping in from Corey Brown's cross. Waddingham quickly doubled the lead, exploiting a defensive lapse to smash home.
Undeterred by their reduced numbers, the Aussies continued their onslaught. Their No.8 Walid Shour headed in a free-kick before James O'Shea added a fourth with a clinical finish from the edge of the box. Jez Lofthouse completed the rout with a curling shot into the bottom corner.
Dempo SC salvaged some pride late on, with Shallum Pires heading in from a Daniel corner. However, it was mere consolation in a match that showcased Brisbane's fighting spirit and tactical acumen.
