Tim Brown concedes higher expectations of the Wellington Phoenix are a factor in their inconsistent start.

Local businessman Nathan Tinkler has stepped in to take-over the Newcastle Jets for the remainder of the A-League season.

While more New Zealanders are interested in the ITM Cup than in the NRL or A-League, a new poll released by UMR Research shows big regional variations.

Ricki Herbert faces a tricky balancing act as the Phoenix prepare for the second of three A-League matches in eight days.

The intensity is about to pick up as the Hyundai A-League begins a run of Wednesday-night fixtures.

All Whites and Wellington Phoenix winger Leo Bertos insists he is not feeling any effects of a World Cup hangover.

Sydney FC's miserable start to the season hit a new low after they were outclassed 3-1 by high-flying Adelaide.

NZ striker Shane Smeltz has signed a two-year contract with Turkish Super League club Genclerbirligi.

Melbourne Victory's Nick Ward has signed a one-year deal with Wellington Phoenix on the last day of the transfer window.

The A-League's disciplinary procedures will eventually be struck down by the courts unless they are changed.

All Whites forward Jeremy Brockie may have played himself into more financial difficulties at his new club Newcastle.

The Wellington Phoenix will be without one of their most consistent performers for this Sunday's A-League match in Perth.