Adelaide United captain Craig Goodwin reflects on the disappointing home defeat to Central Coast and outlines the mindset required to respond.
Goodwin speaks about leadership, supporting young players, maintaining perspective amid injuries and absences, and the importance of quickly shifting focus to the next performance. Calm, honest, and clear — the captain sets the tone moving forward.
Timestamps
00:00 – Reflecting on the home defeat
00:35 – Putting the result aside and moving forward
01:06 – Reviewing performances win or lose
01:14 – Leadership conversations within the group
01:35 – Context of missing players and squad disruption
02:21 – Supporting young players through tough lessons
03:10 – Perspective on the season and ladder position
04:37 – Accountability and responding as a group
05:59 – Staying positive and focused on improvement