Central Coast Mariners

Bruce Djite and Stefan Mauk shone to help Adelaide United to a 4-2 home win over Central Coast Mariners.

Adelaide United suffered a shock home defeat as the poor defence of their A-League title continues.

Adrian Leijer Melbourne Victory have suffered a blow, losing Adrian Leijer for at least four weeks after an accidental boot to the face left the central defender with several serious facial injuries.

Adelaide United remain winless after losing at Perth Glory, while Melbourne City picked up three points against Central Coast Mariners.

Carlos Hernández Wellington Phoenix playmaker Carlos Hernandez is set to return from injury for their clash with the Central Coast Mariners on January 12.

Diego Castro Jimenez An entertaining day of A-League action saw Perth Glory lose at the death, while Adelaide United battled back against the odds to get a draw.

Adelaide United struck early through Ryan Kitto and held on to beat Central Coast Mariners 1-0 in the A-League.

Melbourne City David Villa's 87th-minute equaliser earned Melbourne City a 1-1 home draw against the Newcastle Jets in the A-League on Sunday.

Marcin Budzinski's first goal for the club and a Carl Valeri own goal gave Melbourne City derby joy against rivals Melbourne Victory.

Central Coast Mariners provided an update on Usain Bolt following reports his time with the club could be coming to an end.