Melbourne Victory have fought out a scoreless draw with Auckland FC in their season opener, with Juan Mata making his debut.
Juan Mata made his highly anticipated club debut, coming on in the 68th minute at AAMI Park, but it was fellow recruit Denis Genreau who stole the show.
"Just the beginning of Denis,"
said coach Arthur Diles. Mata's debut was the most minutes he has logged in an individual A-League Men game since February, but it was without reward.
Author's summary: Melbourne Victory draws with Auckland FC.