Sydney FC stalwart Alex Wilkinson has given the SCG surface a big tick of approval and declared the Sky Blues have a mental edge going into Saturday's derby with Western Sydney Wanderers.
Central defender Wilkinson expects a special atmosphere for the first A-League match at the famous ground.
The SCG hasn't been used for a football game for three decades and will host four Sydney FC matches this season, with their traditional home venue next door at Allianz Stadium being rebuilt.
"We're looking forward to being at the SCG. We had a run there last week and the pitch is beautiful, it's fantastic," Wilkinson said.