Sydney FC midfielder Youlley scores first A-League goal

Summarised from 2 outlets · Updated 29 Oct, 23:38 · Archive

Sydney FC midfielder Rhys Youlley scored his maiden A-League goal in a 2-1 win over Adelaide United.

Sydney FC midfielder Rhys Youlley scored his first A-League goal in his 25th appearance for the club. The long-distance strike helped Sydney to a 2-1 win over Adelaide United at Allianz Stadium.

Youlley said he was pleased to have finally scored. 'I back myself from outside the penalty area, so it's good that finally one goes in,' he said. However, the Australian under-23 representative said he is more focused on defending and helping the team keep clean sheets, particularly in his role as a No.6 holding midfielder.

Youlley said the team talked in pre-season about being solid at the back and not allowing too many chances. 'I really want to help the team in any way I can, and especially in defence this year, I want to play a big part in helping the team keep clean sheets,' he said.

Sydney's next match is against Melbourne City at AAMI Park on Saturday. The club will wear its new Under Armour third kit, which is predominantly black with charcoal grey trimming and includes silhouettes of the supporter group The Cove.

How it is being reported

• Sydney FC midfielder Rhys Youlley targets clean sheets after scoring maiden A-League goalSydney FC midfielder Rhys Youlley has broken his A-League duck, but says keeping clean sheets matters more to him.Perth Now · 29 Oct, 23:02
• Sydney FC midfielder Rhys Youlley targets clean sheets after scoring maiden A-League goalSydney FC midfielder Rhys Youlley has broken his A-League duck, but says keeping clean sheets matters more to him.The West Australian · 29 Oct, 23:02

In this story: Rhys Youlley · Sydney FC · Adelaide United · Melbourne City · Joshua Smits

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