Newcastle Jets

Sydney A Sasa Ognenovski header and an Alessandro Del Piero penalty has seen Sydney FC consolidate their spot in the top six of the A-league ladder with a confidence-building 2-0 win over the Newcastle Jets on Saturday evening.

Newcastle Jets are into the A-League's top six after a 2-1 win over Melbourne City on Friday.

Adelaide United Western Sydney Wanderers will be looking to bounce back to winning ways against the in-form Adelaide United in the A-League on Sunday.

Wellington Phoenix Wellington Phoenix will be missing seven players for their A-League showdown with Sydney FC but coach Ernie Merrick is adamant the leaders can deal with the absentees.

Jason Hoffman Jason Hoffman's 11th-minute goal proved to be the winner as Newcastle Jets defeated Brisbane Roar to close the gap on Sydney FC.

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

Craig Goodwin Adelaide United moved up to fourth in the A-League table after Craig Goodwin's late penalty earned them a 2-1 win at Newcastle Jets.

Football Federation Australia insisted a club from Newcastle will remain in the A-League after the Jets' owner had his licence revoked.

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