Looking too well-drilled for their albeit spirited neighbours, Melbourne City thought they had a third derby win of the season tonight, a late Lleyton Brooks equaliser ensured Melbourne Victory have avoided confirming a first-ever last-place finish.

Western United will be extremely disappointed with their 2020-21 season. Squad depth was needed in the transfer market, but coach Mark Rudan opted to add letters over numbers, with major signing Iker Guarrotxena showing some sparks but proving largely disappointing.