Sutherland versus Manly United is a fixture defined by tactical discipline.

Manly famously operate with a rigid defensive structure and are difficult to break down, having taken a 1-0 win away from Seymour Shaw last season. However, this year’s squad has been constructed with more creativity in the final third.

The combination play between Jordan Perez on the flank and Nick Olsen drifting inside will be our primary weapon in unlocking their defense. This is a crucial match for league positioning, and patience combined with clinical finishing will be the formula for success.