A-League midseason review: Sydney, Melbourne City lead the pack
The A-League season has reached its halfway point, and Sydney FC has seemingly emerged the strongest side with Melbourne City the most intriguing.
2019 Schedule
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2019-20 A Lge Ladder
| TEAM | GP | W | D | L | GD | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney FC | 13 | 11 | 1 | 1 | +17 | 34 |
| Melbourne City FC | 14 | 8 | 2 | 4 | +7 | 26 |
| Perth Glory | 13 | 7 | 3 | 3 | +13 | 24 |
| Wellington Phoenix FC | 14 | 6 | 3 | 5 | +3 | 21 |
| Western United | 14 | 6 | 2 | 6 | +2 | 20 |
| Adelaide United | 13 | 6 | 0 | 7 | -1 | 18 |
| Brisbane Roar | 13 | 4 | 4 | 5 | -4 | 16 |
| Melbourne Victory | 14 | 4 | 3 | 7 | -2 | 15 |
| Western Sydney Wanderers | 14 | 4 | 2 | 8 | -7 | 14 |
| Central Coast Mariners | 13 | 4 | 1 | 8 | -11 | 13 |
| Newcastle Jets | 13 | 2 | 3 | 8 | -17 | 9 |
2019-20 Team LeadersAustralian A-League
- Goals
- Assists
RankingsAustralian A-League
Goal Difference171st
Goals Scored301st
Assists212nd
Goals Conceded132nd