Newcastle Jets

Joel Griffiths The Newcastle Jets are likely to contest the red card shown to striker Joel Griffiths after the full-time whistle in Saturday night's dramatic 2-2 draw with the Western Sydney Wanderers at Hunter Stadium.

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

Adam Taggart Newcastle coach Clayton Zane has hailed Jets striker Adam Taggart as a strong chance to make the Socceroos World Cup squad following his side's crucial 1-0 victory over Melbourne Heart.

Manny Muscat's late goal ended Melbourne City's lean spell and prevented Newcastle Jets from keeping pacesetters Sydney FC under pressure.

Kew Jaliens Kew Jaliens hopes the imminent return of Emile Heskey can help Newcastle Jets overcome their slow start to the 2013/14 A-League season.

A last-gasp penalty spared Newcastle Jets' blushes, as they defeated Adelaide United to keep the pressure on A-League leaders Sydney FC.

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 First-half goals from Diego Castro and Adam Taggart gave Perth Glory the chance of fighting for an A-League finals place next weekend.

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