Casey Dumont delivers Central Coast victory over Melbourne Victory in A-League Women elimination final

Casey Dumont, a former Melbourne Victory player, became the hero for Central Coast in the Australia Hyundai A League Women elimination final. She made two crucial saves and scored in the penalty shootout to secure a 0-0 (4-2) victory over her former club. Dumont’s contributions led Central Coast to their fifth ALW penalty shootout win and set up a semi-final clash with Sydney FC.

Melbourne Victory, missing Emily Gielnik due to injury, endured a tough match against Central Coast. The game saw opportunities on both ends, with Faye Bryson delivering a perfect ball to Kyah Simon early on, only for the header to narrowly miss the target. Victory’s claims for a penalty went unheard, while Central Coast also missed chances to take the lead.

The match extended into extra time, with both teams pushing for a breakthrough. Casey Dumont made a crucial save in the 98th minute, and Victory had their chances as well, including a near miss by Rachel Lowe. Ultimately, the game went to a penalty shootout, where Dumont’s heroics continued as she saved a crucial penalty to secure the win for Central Coast.

Overall, Casey Dumont’s performance proved to be the difference as Central Coast advanced to the next stage of the Australia Hyundai A League Women competition. Victory, despite their efforts, saw their season come to an end at the hands of their former goalkeeper. The upcoming semi-final tie between Central Coast and Sydney FC promises to be an exciting clash in the ALW competition.

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