Melbourne Victory

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

Melbourne Victory Melbourne Victory saw off the Central Coast Mariners 3-1 and shored up their finals ambitions after a gritty contest at AAMI Park.

Besart Berisha A win over the Central Coast Mariners saw Melbourne Victory keep some pressure on A-League leaders Sydney FC.

Carl Valeri Carl Valeri has been included in Melbourne Victory's squad to face Wellington Phoenix.

Maximilian Beister His switch from the Bundesliga to the A-League surprised many, Melbourne Victory attacker Max Beister said.

Perth Glory Perth Glory and Melbourne Victory will meet in Round 17 of the 2013-14 A-League season at nib Stadium on Friday, January 31 at 9.45pm AEDT (6.45pm local time).

Melbourne Heart's incredible resurgence under John van 't Schip hit new heights on Saturday night after they defeated bitter rivals Melbourne Victory 4-0 at AAMI Park.

Brisbane Roar ceded second place in the A-League to Adelaide United, who chalked up a dominant 3-0 win as Melbourne Victory and Sydney drew.

Adelaide United were beaten comfortably at home by Melbourne Victory after Newcastle Jets won a five-goal thriller against Brisbane Roar.

Besart Berisha Dean Bouzanis will serve a five-game ban after the Melbourne City goalkeeper was found guilty of abusing Melbourne Victory's Besart Berisha.