A-League

Melbourne Victory climbed back up to second in the A-League following Wednesday's thrashing of struggling Central Coast Mariners.

There was a piece of club history for Newcastle Jets with the victory over Adelaide United that sent them top of the A-League.

Phil Moss Pragmatic Central Coast Mariners coach Phil Moss said his club needs to accept it is in the midst of a rebuilding era following Friday night's 2-0 loss to Adelaide United at Coopers Stadium, the Mariners' third loss on the trot.

Melbourne Victory saw off rivals Melbourne City courtesy of a Besart Berisha strike, while leaders Sydney bounced back after falling behind.

Central Coast Mariners Melbourne Victory moved to third in the A-League with a 0-0 draw against Central Coast Mariners, but they missed a host of chances to win.

A strike is a long way down the track in Australia despite an agreement between the governing body and players' union yet to be struck.

Robert Koren Robert Koren said he rejected offers to stay in English football to embark on an A-League adventure with Melbourne City.

Newcastle Jets Newcastle Jets sprung a shock on A-League high-flyers Western Sydney Wanderers with a 2-0 triumph at Pirtek Stadium on Sunday.

Alessandro Del Piero Alessandro Del Piero could face his old side, after confirmation Italian champions Juventus will play a match in Australia next year against the A-League All-Stars.

Leicester City's remarkable Premier League title triumph has seen them turn into a team in demand.