Talay starts Wanderers rebuild with scoreless draw vs Sydney FC
New Wanderers coach Ufuk Talay opened his tenure with a 0-0 draw against Sydney FC, avoiding defeat after a disastrous season.
Ufuk Talay's first match as Wanderers coach ended in a goalless draw with Sydney FC in the A-League season opener. The new boss took over a club that finished last year in last place, the Wanderers' first wooden spoon in their history.
Talay is the first coach to switch between the Sydney rivals. Talay brought in sports director Mal Impiombato to help rebuild the team.
The Wanderers held their own against the previous season's grand finalists and drew a healthy crowd of about 30,103. Talay said the team showed good mentality and hard work.
- Gary van Egmond won 2 of 11 games
- Interim coach results
- 30,103 at Allianz Stadium
- Opening crowd
Why it mattersA draw is a small step, but staying competitive after a humiliating last-place finish shows the rebuild has a realistic chance.
AustraliaWestern Sydney supporters now have hope after a season that saw dwindling crowds and two coaching changes.
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