Sydney John Aloisi is set to come under more pressure after Melbourne Heart's winless start continued with a 2-0 loss to Sydney FC.

Brisbane Roar ceded second place in the A-League to Adelaide United, who chalked up a dominant 3-0 win as Melbourne Victory and Sydney drew.

Frank Farina Sydney FC coach Frank Farina expressed his disappointment with the conduct of both sides during an ugly first-half ugly melee which marred Adelaide United's 3-1 victory.

A-League leaders Sydney FC moved 12 points clear at the summit with a 4-0 victory over Wellington Phoenix on Friday.

Adelaide United Adelaide United and Sydney FC will meet in a round 24 A-League fixture at Coopers Stadium on Friday March 21.

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.

Danny Vukovic Belgian Pro League side Genk have announced the signing of Australian goalkeeper Danny Vukovic, who moves from Sydney FC.

Hagi Gligor Sydney FC coach Frank Farina will turn to young gun Hagi Gligor in an attempt to get the Sky Blues' fading campaign back on track against arch rivals Melbourne Victory on Australia Day.

Deivson da Silva Bobo's second-half goal was enough to give Sydney FC a 1-0 win over Melbourne Victory that puts them 11 points clear at the A-League summit.