“Pressure is a privilege.” Perth Glory’s Stephen Peters and Gabby Hollar preview finals decider against Brisbane Roar. 

Above: Gabby Hollar speaks to the media. Image: Perth Glory.

By Ella McShane (26/3/2026)

As Australia takes a breath to process the Asian Cup, the heat in the A-League kitchen only is only intensifying. Perth Glory are set to take on Brisbane Roar this Friday at Spencer Park, with only six points up for grabs in the regular season and the possibility of a play offs spot, the girls in purple have it all to play for in the tropics. 

Stephen Peters and a Gabby Hollar reflected on last weekend’s draw with the Mariners and expressed both encouragement and frustration with the result.

“We controlled the game quite well,” said Peters. “That cutting edge in the final third probably let us down.” 

Hollar echoed the sentiment, highlighting the team’s standards despite the stalemate.

“It’s disappointing that we couldn’t get the three points,” said Hollar. “You’re in a good position if you’re disappointed by a tie.”

The girls in purple have not been in realistic finals conversations for several years, with Peters and Hollar offering insight into the tone and mindset behind these discussions. 

“For us to be having these conversations and having to deal with the pressure that comes with it, is a real growth point for us,” said Peters. 

“Pressure is a privilege,” said Hollar. “To have pressure on us, is a good thing at this point in the season. It’s just prepping us for finals.”

Looking ahead to their opponents, Brisbane Roar have grappled with a demanding schedule, while both sides have undergone significant tactical development since their round two meeting.

“I think it’s pretty normal what they’ve gone through. In terms of the amount of quality that they’re missing,” said Peters. “It feels like an age ago that we played them. It’s a hard one to predict.”

Looking to absences and the injury bench, Onyi Zogg is due to return from suspension and close to a full team compliment is expected. 

Brisbane Roar v Perth Glory will take place at Spencer Park at 5pm AWST and will be available to stream live and free on 10Play and Paramount+ for paying subscribers.