Central Coast Mariners

The start of the 2026-27 A-League Men and A-League Women seasons is upon us and, while there will be fresh stars and storylines, the biggest challenge will be rebuilding buzz, connection and belief.

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.

From throwback classics to bold new designs, ESPN ranks every A-League club's kit for 2026-27. Which set of jerseys takes the crown?

Australian Professional Leagues (APL) chief executive Steve Rosich has all but ruled out the introduction of further standalone women's clubs in the A-League Women.

Matildas captain Sam Kerr has lashed the uncertainty facing Central Coast's women's team and a lack of investment in the A-League Women just three years after Australia hosted the Women's World Cup.

Players from the Central Coast Mariners' A-League Women team say they were blindsided by the announcement that the club's new owners, TSG, did not include the women's program in its acquisition.

The future of the Central Coast Mariners has been secured with the owners of Championship side Queens Park Rangers completing a takeover of the embattled A-League club.

ESPN is handing out report cards for each A-League Women team as their season ends, looking at the highlights, the lowlights and everything in between.

Perth Glory came from behind twice to beat the Newcastle Jets, while the Western Sydney Wanderers were toothless in front of goal.

Willa Pearson broke a long-standing Sam Kerr record, while the Wellington Phoenix were shooting but not scoring.