Central Coast Mariners

The Wellington Phoenix's "Bev-olution" has begun while the lopsided ladder fails to describe the full picture of the season so far.

The Western Sydney Wanderers finally ended two unwanted streaks, while the Mariners' A-League Women title defence took another hit.

Jeff Hopkins 200th game at the helm of an A-League Women's team went according to plan, while there's a familiar feeling of stagnation at the Wanderers.

Brisbane's stars ensured the Roar began the season with a win, but the spotlight is on Sydney FC after the Sky Blues broke the league's youngest player record.

One club in "hibernation," another being propped up one season at a time. The A-League Women is never dull, and there's always a thrill of anticipation as a new season dawns.

ESPN has run the rule of all 11 teams in this year's A-League Women to see what the future may bring for your favourite side.

With the 2025-26 A-League season set to begin, ESPN has run the rule over the best (and worst) kits in Australia's top flight.

Emily Husband's rapid ascent up the coaching ranks in Australia proves the sky is the limit for the Mariners' coach - including national team positions.

ESPN's The Far Post discuss why Izzy Gomez is so impactful and consider how good Central Coast could have been if she was fit for their whole campaign.