ADELAIDE, Australia (Interstat) — Adelaide United opened its A-League season with a dramatic 2-1 victory over Melbourne Victory on Saturday at Coopers Stadium.

Craig Goodwin gave the hosts an early lead in the sixth minute. Substitute Matthew Grimaldi equalized for Melbourne in the 75th, but Adelaide captain Ryan Kitto secured the win with a goal in the seventh minute of second-half stoppage time. Grimaldi’s goal and assist highlighted the match, which saw six yellow cards issued.

The result gave Adelaide a winning start while Melbourne began its campaign with a loss. The match exceeded the 1-1 score projected by Interstat’s game simulator.