Perth Glory

The A-League starts on Thursday and Melbourne Victory are favourites to defend their crown.

Melbourne Victory Melbourne Victory will have to get used to life without talisman Mark Milligan, who is suspended ahead of the local derby.

Perth Glory A-League leaders Perth Glory needed a Richard Garcia equaliser to rescue a point at Melbourne City on Boxing Day.

Melbourne City Returning marquee player Robert Koren expects success to continue at Melbourne City, as they aim to upset A-League leaders Perth Glory.

Melbourne Victory Melbourne Victory are expecting Sydney FC to be difficult to break down in the A-League on Saturday.

Melbourne Victory Gui Finkler is not concerned about Melbourne Victory's lack of goals heading into Friday's top-of-the-table clash against Perth Glory.

Adelaide United Adelaide United came from behind to beat Perth Glory 2-1 in the A-League, continuing their fine run against the Western Australians.

Brisbane Roar Coach-less Brisbane Roar host A-League leaders Perth Glory on Saturday, after unbeaten clubs Melbourne Victory and Adelaide United clash.

Filip Holosko Filip Holosko scored a debut goal in Sydney FC's 1-1 draw with Melbourne City, while Central Coast Mariners beat Perth 3-2.

Phil Stubbins Newcastle Jets coach Phil Stubbins says his side is hoping rather than believing it can win matches.