Emily Gielnik scores hat-trick as Melbourne Victory defeat Adelaide United 4-1 in Liberty A-League

Emily Gielnik showcased her scoring prowess with a hat-trick as Melbourne Victory dominated Adelaide United 4-1 in the Liberty A-League. The Victory forward, who has been sidelined due to fitness issues, notched her first hat-trick in three years, pushing her goal tally to six in the last four matches. Victory’s impressive performance extends their unbeaten streak to eight matches, placing them fourth in the standings, just three points behind league leaders Western United. Their victory over Adelaide, who sit second from bottom, was a rescheduled fixture due to extreme heat.

Gielnik wasted no time in making an impact, opening the scoring in the ninth minute with a clever flick from a corner. Despite Adelaide’s efforts, including a near miss by Chelsie Dawber hitting the crossbar, Gielnik doubled Victory’s lead in the 32nd minute with a well-taken goal. Courtney Newbon’s heroics in goal denied Adelaide a chance to close the gap before Gielnik completed her hat-trick in the 67th minute with a simple finish. Adelaide managed to pull one back through Isabel Hodgson, but Kayla Morrison’s header in the 82nd minute reestablished Victory’s comfortable lead.

Gielnik’s performance could have been even more impressive if not for Nanako Sasaki’s crucial tackle denying her a fourth goal late in the match. The result continues Victory’s strong form, giving them momentum as they chase the top spot in the league. The match, originally planned as part of a Pride Celebration event, showcased Gielnik’s goal-scoring prowess and Victory’s determination to secure a higher position in the Liberty A-League standings.

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