Central Coast Mariners

Ross McCormack Adelaide United earned a battling point at home to A-League leaders Sydney FC, while Melbourne City salvaged a draw on the road.

Central Coast Mariners confirmed Usain Bolt's training period with the club had come to an end.

Sydney Sydney FC are in the box seat to cement a spot in the A-League finals with the regular season coming to an end over the weekend.

Kevin Muscat Melbourne Victory coach Kevin Muscat has talked down the potential impact of some considerable upheaval at the Central Coast Mariners as the two teams prepare to meet on Saturday evening.

Melbourne City David Villa made an immediate impact on the A-League with a goal on debut to help Melbourne City grab a 1-1 draw at Sydney FC on Saturday.

Western Sydney are top of the A-League on goal difference after a draw with Melbourne Victory, while Brisbane Roar were comfortable winners.

Nick Montgomery Newcastle Jets are looking like prime wooden spoon candidates after their defeat to Central Coast Mariners.

Sydney FC suffered the first defeat of their A-League defence away to Central Coast Mariners, who had won just one of their previous 12.

Matt Simon and Avraam Papadopoulos were sent off following an ugly clash in Sydney FC's 3-1 win over Brisbane Roar.

Brendan Hamill With the regular A-League season reaching its concluding stages, Western Sydney Wanderers claimed a timely win over Wellington Phoenix.