Alex Molchanoff and Michael Thompson review round one of the Isuzu Ute A-League and give a quick preview of round two. The Mariners big win in the F3 Derby, Ufuk Talay and Sydney FC plus Perth Glory headlined the discussion on this episode. 

Against all the odds the Central Coast Mariners pulled off a mighty upset in Gosford, coming from behind to win the F3 Derby against Newcastle 3-2 on the back of one of the most iconic finishes in A-League & F3 Derby history

The F3 Derby takes its place as the finale of opening weekend as the under siege Mariners look to overcome a turbulent off season against a Newcastle side fresh off claiming the Australia Cup

It was a contest devoid of many real chances as Melbourne Victory & Auckland played out a 0-0 draw on opening weekend at AAMI Park

The opening Match of the Week for the 2025/26 season takes place at AAMI Park in Melbourne with a rematch of last seasons dramatic semi-final between Melbourne Victory and Auckland FC.

Victory are looking to finally get over the hump after losing the last two straight Grand Finals while the defending Premiers Auckland FC are out for revenge after Victory gatecrashed their fairytale season in Auckland last May

Two goals in three minutes, one for either side saw the points split in Parramatta between the Wanderers & City on opening weekend

The defending champions Melbourne City start their title defence with a Saturday afternoon clash in Parramatta against one of last seasons standouts, the Western Sydney Wanderers.

The highlights from SEM Phoenix 40 point demolition of the Illawarra Hawks at John Cain Arena last night. 

It was a magical night for the SEM Phoenix as they put the Illawarra Hawks to the sword by 40 points at John Cain Arena 

Adelaide United were too strong for Sydney FC on opening night, winning a thrilling contest 2-1 at Coopers Stadium