Sydney FC thrashes Mariners 4-1 as Toure scores hat-trick
Al Hassan Toure scored a hat-trick in Sydney FC's 4-1 home win over Central Coast.
Toure converted a penalty in the 27th minute, then added another before half-time and completed his hat-trick in the second half. Gabriel Popovic came off the bench and scored but was cut above the eyebrow.
Central Coast conceded a penalty in added time, converted by Oli Lavale. Rhyan Grant marked his 350th A-League appearance.
Sydney are now second on the ladder.
- 3 (hat-trick)
- Toure's goals
- Sydney 4, Central Coast 1
- Final score
- 350th A-League game
- Grant's appearances
- 0 wins, 11th place
- Central Coast record
Why it mattersToure's form suggests Sydney are mounting a serious title challenge after a slow start to the season.
AustraliaSydney FC's climb toward the top signals a competitive race for the A-League championship, crucial for fans following the domestic league.
