“Such an honour to receive this award, so many great players in the competition. To receive this award is special.

"Disappointed with the result but we performed really well. It’s gutting for us to be runners-up because we worked so hard. Congratulations to Wuhan but we will be back next year," said Stott.

The club captain was the rock in the heart of Melbourne City’s incredible defence that only conceded two goals in six matches.​

Stott started all six matches for the Australian side, not only working hard to stop opponents but also scoring in the group stage match against Kaya FC-Iloilo of the Philippines.