Melbourne Victory

Central Coast Mariners Central Coast Mariners could seal second position in the A-League table when they make the trip to Perth on Saturday.

Adam Taggart continued his superb form in front of goal as Perth Glory dealt a blow to Melbourne Victory's hopes of catching Sydney FC.

Melbourne Victory played out a pulsating 3-3 draw against Wellington Phoenix, while Central Coast Mariners made it four points in a week.

Hagi Gligor Sydney FC coach Frank Farina will turn to young gun Hagi Gligor in an attempt to get the Sky Blues' fading campaign back on track against arch rivals Melbourne Victory on Australia Day.

Guilherme Finkler Kevin Muscat has slammed a report claiming Guilherme Finkler is on the verge of leaving Melbourne Victory due to an impasse in negotiations over a contract extension.

Deivson da Silva Bobo's second-half goal was enough to give Sydney FC a 1-0 win over Melbourne Victory that puts them 11 points clear at the A-League summit.

Besart Berisha Besart Berisha helped Melbourne Victory salvage a draw against Perth Glory after Andy Keogh had broken the deadlock.

Sydney Alessandro Del Piero's Sydney FC kick off the A-League season with a clash at home against the Newcastle Jets on Friday.

Perth Glory Perth Glory restated their A-League title credentials in convincing fashion on Friday, holding off Melbourne Victory for a 2-1 away win.