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The Guardian - AU
The Guardian - AU
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Emma Kemp

Western United beat Melbourne City to win A-League Men grand final – as it happened

Western United's Aleksandar Prijovic celebrates after scoring against Melbourne City in the A-League Men’s grand final at AAMI Park.
Western United's Aleksandar Prijovic celebrates after scoring against Melbourne City in the A-League Men’s grand final at AAMI Park. Photograph: William West/AFP/Getty Images

That’s all we have time for tonight. We’ll include some thoughts from Aloisi in our match report, and in our analysis tomorrow and Monday. Thanks for joining us, it’s been a pleasure.

Risdon makes his captain’s speech.

“Firstly, I would like to thank Paddy and the City boys,” he begins. “We have had some tough competition all year and you guys have been a great side. We have had some good battles. I am sure we will see you guys here next year again.”

He goes on to thank the Australian Professional League for its support throughout Covid-19, then the sponsors, and lastly the members and fans.

“It is pretty incredible to see this amount of people for a club that is just three years old. We have got a lot of ambition at this club and we have only just started. Thanks again, guys. To all these people who are not here, and our families and partners and the sacrifices you have made, we could not be here without you guys.

“And to everyone at the club, all the background staff, the coaching staff, and everyone to all the way up the top. And lastly to all my brothers down here. I love you all. You are legends.”

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