Sydney FC

The A-League's new era of austerity has forced the competition to become something of a show window. So, who'll follow in the footsteps of Jordy Bos and Nestory Irankunda this January?

Mark Milligan has turned the Newcastle Jets into the A-League's must-watch side. Meanwhile, things look like they're turning sour at the Wanderers.

Under pressure and looking for a hero, Melbourne Victory found the win they needed thanks to some sumptuous play from Juan Mata.

As far as press conferences go, Adam Griffiths' on Friday was an all-timer. But whatever the Glory coach is saying to his squad, it's working: Perth's stocks are soaring.

Alen Stajcic delivered a passionate plea following WSW's epic win in the Sydney Derby, while Melbourne City's attacking stocks are plummeting.

Sydney FC great Alex Brosque has expressed his shock after his former side were denied what looked like a clear penalty in their 1-0 derby loss to the Western Sydney Wanderers.

Sydney FC are top of the table and looking ominous. The same can't be said for Juan Mata's Melbourne Victory, with Arthur Diles' stocks beginning to slide.

Saturday's Kiwi Clásico had everything the A-League could hope for, while the pressure is ramping up on Alen Stajcic at the Wanderers.

Good things apparently come to those who wait because, three weeks into the A-League season, Sydney FC has only gone and dropped arguably the competition's best kit.

Juan Mata's A-League revival might just be the story the competition needs, while a number of Socceroos veterans' stocks are sliding.