Jets Keep Charging as Late Drama Hits Adelaide: Round 13 A-League Wrap

Alexander Bebendorf

Round 13 of the A-League continued to shake up the ladder, with Newcastle Jets extending their impressive surge and Melbourne City handing league leaders Auckland FC a rare defeat. Elsewhere, Adelaide United left it late once again, while Central Coast Mariners managed to climb off the bottom of the table.

City Fight Back to Beat Leaders

Melbourne City came from behind to defeat Auckland FC 2-1, ending the league leaders’ night on a sour note. Despite falling a goal down, the reigning champions rallied to claim the points and keep themselves firmly in the mix near the top.

Roar Show Character in Perth

Brisbane Roar came from behind to defeat Perth Glory 2-1 at HBF Park. The result marks Perth’s third loss in their last five matches, while Brisbane’s resilience helped them secure an important away victory.

Jets Continue Red-Hot Form

Newcastle Jets maintained their remarkable run with a 2-1 win over Western Sydney Wanderers. The victory was their third in a row and fifth in their last six games, leaving Mark Milligan’s side hot on the heels of the league leaders.

Kitto Delivers Another Late Winner

Adelaide United secured a dramatic 2-1 win over Melbourne Victory thanks to Ryan Kitto’s 97th-minute strike. The result gives Adelaide their third win in five matches and adds another stoppage-time moment to an already dramatic season.

Mariners Climb Off the Bottom

Central Coast Mariners earned a 1-1 draw with Macarthur Bulls, a result that lifts them off the bottom of the ladder. It was a valuable point for the Mariners as they look to build momentum in the second half of the season.

Phoenix Upset Sydney

Wellington Phoenix produced a strong away performance to defeat Sydney FC 2-0. The result deals a blow to Sydney’s hopes of climbing back toward the summit while giving the Phoenix an important boost in the standings.