The Mariners came from two goals down to draw 2-2 against Shenhua and earn their first point of the 2024-25 ACL Elite campaign in dramatic fashion, as two substitutes turned the result on its head.
Head coach Aurelio Vidmar provided the instant reaction to a pair of potentially serious injuries to Melbourne City stars after a 1-0 win over Western United on Monday night.
Melbourne Victory boss Patrick Kisnorbo explained his decision to leave striker Bruno Fornaroli out of the matchday squad for their win over Macarthur.