Perth Glory

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

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

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.

Pablo Sanchez fired Adelaide United to their first A-League win of the season against Perth Glory.

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

Sydney Sydney FC's title credentials will face a big test on Saturday as Frank Farina's men travel to their A-League graveyard in Brisbane.

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).

Brisbane Roar Brisbane Roar host Melbourne Victory in a top-of-the-table A-League clash on Saturday, while Adelaide and Sydney meet in a key battle.

Melbourne City David Villa looks set to make his A-League debut when Melbourne City face Sydney in the opening round.

Markus Babbel Big-name arrivals and new coaches are set to make for an intriguing A-League campaign.