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2025/2026 A-League Review
Newcastle Jets clinched the A-League title in the 2025/2026 season, finishing five points clear at the summit with a healthy +16 goal difference. Their triumph was powered by a solid all-round team effort, featuring key contributions from top scorers and assisters alike, proving that goals and creativity were well balanced throughout the campaign.
The chase for European places kept fans entertained, with Adelaide United, Auckland, Melbourne Victory, Sydney, and Melbourne City all vying closely behind. Adelaide United secured the runners-up spot, just a whisker ahead of Auckland, who boasted the league's top scorer S. Cosgrove with 12 goals. Melbourne Victory and Sydney also ensured top-six finishes, rounding out a competitive pack.
At the other end of the table, Western Sydney Wanderers struggled to find form, finishing bottom with a -16 goal difference, while Brisbane Roar and Perth Glory also languished in the lower reaches. It was a campaign of clear divides, with a spirited title race and a battle for survival both adding their chapters to the 2025/2026 A-League story.
League Pulse
League trends
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Newcastle Jets | 26 | 15 | 3 | 8 | 55 | 39 | +16 | 48 | WDDLW |
| 2 |  Adelaide United | 26 | 12 | 7 | 7 | 46 | 36 | +10 | 43 | WWDDW |
| 3 |  Auckland | 26 | 11 | 9 | 6 | 42 | 29 | +13 | 42 | DLDDL |
| 4 |  Melbourne Victory | 26 | 11 | 7 | 8 | 44 | 33 | +11 | 40 | WDDLW |
| 5 |  Sydney | 26 | 11 | 6 | 9 | 33 | 25 | +8 | 39 | DDWDL |
| 6 |  Melbourne City | 26 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 33 | 33 | 0 | 38 | LWWWW |
| 7 |  Macarthur | 26 | 9 | 7 | 10 | 37 | 44 | -7 | 34 | WLLWW |
| 8 |  Wellington Phoenix | 26 | 9 | 6 | 11 | 36 | 48 | -12 | 33 | LWLWW |
| 9 |  Central Coast Mariners | 26 | 8 | 8 | 10 | 35 | 42 | -7 | 32 | LWDLD |
| 10 |  Perth Glory | 26 | 8 | 7 | 11 | 32 | 39 | -7 | 31 | WDWDD |
| 11 |  Brisbane Roar | 26 | 6 | 8 | 12 | 27 | 36 | -9 | 26 | LLDDL |
| 12 |  Western Sydney Wanderers | 26 | 5 | 6 | 15 | 27 | 43 | -16 | 21 | LLLLL |
A-League 2025/2026 Table Read
The Newcastle Jets have asserted themselves at the summit with 48 points from 26 games, enjoying a comfortable seven-point cushion over second-placed Adelaide United. Their positive goal difference of +16 underlines a well-balanced attack and defence, aided by key contributors among the league's top scorers and assisters.
Below the Jets, the race for the remaining playoff spots is intriguingly tight. Adelaide United, Auckland, Melbourne Victory, Sydney, and Melbourne City all cluster within a nine-point spread, making for a fiercely competitive mid-table battle. Goal differences here mostly hover around the plus side, except for Melbourne City, who break even at zero.
The bottom half reveals a more clear-cut divide, with Macarthur down to Western Sydney Wanderers all struggling for consistency. Points and goal differences dip into the negatives, highlighting defensive frailties and less clinical finishing. Overall, the table paints a picture of a league with a clear leader but plenty of drama in the chase behind.
Top scorers — race
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Standout Individuals in the 2025/2026 A-League Season
When it comes to finding the net, S. Cosgrove of Auckland leads the charge with a neat tally of 12 goals, just ahead of L. Jovanović from Adelaide United, who managed 11 strikes. Newcastle Jets' E. Adams also made his mark with 10 goals, proving that the top scorers are spread across the leading teams.
On the creative front, Mata from Melbourne Victory has been the chief architect, delivering 12 assists to keep his teammates in business. Close behind is Newcastle Jets' D. Wilmering, who contributed 9 assists, while Auckland's J. Randall impressively features among both top scorers and assisters, highlighting his all-round threat.
These individuals have been key to their clubs' strong performances in the league, ensuring plenty of excitement for the fans this season.