Melbourne Victory agonisingly suffered defeat to FC Melbourne Srbija in Round 10 of the VPL.
The Boys in Blue, hunting a third straight win, were dealt a blow at the death on Saturday afternoon, losing for the first time since mid-March.
In a game that came to life in the second half at Kevin Bartlett Reserve, forward Mikey Ghossaini equalised Owen Sheppard’s opener around the hour mark to set up an intriguing showdown.
Unfortunately, it would conclude in favour of Srbija, with Connor Lees hitting a 92nd-minute winner.
Match details are available by clicking here.
Speaking to MelbourneVictory.com.au, Senior Academy Head Coach, Besart Berisha, expressed frustration at the outcome.
“It was a very disappointing result to lose 2-1 after a strong run of four unbeaten games. It was one of those matches where we just couldn’t impose our game or find our rhythm.
“At this level, small moments decide matches, and two switch-off moments cost us dearly. We were punished, and that’s something we have to take responsibility for.
“Now it’s about how we respond — getting back to our identity, our intensity, and the standards we’ve set in recent weeks.”
