SYDNEY (Interstat) — Sydney opened its A-League season with a commanding 4-1 victory over crosstown rival Western Sydney W on Saturday at Allianz Stadium.

Forward Tiago Quintal led the rout with two goals and an assist. Substitute Ryan Fraser opened the scoring in the first minute, followed by goals from Campuzano and defender Marcel Tisserand. Quintal then netted twice in the second half to seal the win. Western Sydney W’s lone goal came from Campuzano in the 10th minute.

The result defied a pregame projection that favored a closer match. Sydney begins the campaign with a win, while Western Sydney W starts with a loss. Six yellow cards were issued in a chippy conclusion to the match.