Travis Dodd

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Glory not to be taken too lightly

Michael Lynch Teams usually get a fillip after sacking a manager and appointing a replacement, but often the effect is short-lived.

Victory loses in extra time

Legging it: Victory's Leigh Broxham (right) is tackled by Perth's Travis Dodd.

Michael Lynch Battle for last two A-League finals berths may go down to last kick of season.

Victory limps into finals

On the run: Victory's Leigh Broxham makes a break in Wellington.

Michael Lynch Melbourne Victory will face Perth Glory in the first of this season's A-League finals.

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Victory edges out Glory in Perth

Victory's James Jeggo is brought down by Jacob Burns of Perth Glory during the round 17 A-League match at nib Stadium on Saturday.

Ten-man Perth Glory scored the only goal of the night, but it was into the wrong net.

The run home

Marco Rojas of the Victory celebrates a goal with Archie Thompson.

Craig Foster At the mid-point of the A-League season, here is the report card on how things have gone.

Golgol goal has Heart pumping

Golgol Mebrahtu of the Heart celebrates his goal.

Michael Lynch Golgol Mehbratu has waited an eternity to score his first A-League goal.

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No rush on Grella return

In the groove: Fitness is top priority for new Melbourne Heart midfielder Vince Grella.

Michael Lynch Vince Grella getting the lie of the land at his new club's training base at La Trobe University.

Glory thumps Gold Coast

Perth Perth Glory sets a club record and takes another step towards securing a top-four berth.

Glory coach locks in contract as finals loom

Perth Glory coach Ian Ferguson.

Justin Chadwick, Perth Ian Ferguson sets his sights on building a successful dynasty at the A-League club.

The never ending Glory

More please: Eli Babalj hopes to repeat his goalscoring form at Adelaide in his home town against Perth Glory.

Michael Lynch, Perth Highest A-League finish and first home final suggest good days ahead for Glory.

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Door open for Glory's McGarry

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JANUARY 15:  Steven Mcgarry of the Glory celebrates a goall during the round 15 A-League match between the Melbourne Heart and the Perth Glory at AAMI Park on January 15, 2012 in Melbourne, Australia.  (Photo by Lucas Dawson/Getty Images)

Michael Lynch Perth Glory will give Scottish forward Steve McGarry until close to kick-off to prove his fitness.

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Glory roars into final

GOSFORD, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 14:  Billy Mehmet of the Glory celebrates after Shane Smeltz of the Glory scored his teams first goal during the A-League Grand Final Qualifier match at Bluetongue Stadium on April 14, 2012 in Gosford, Australia.  (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Liam Fitzgibbon Perth to meet Brisbane Roar in the A-League grand final after Glory defeated Central Coast.

Final to test the best's mettle

Perth Glory v Brisbane Roar

Michael Lynch Most teams go into grand finals fresh and rested, primed for the ultimate test.

Brisbane roars late to take glory

Brisbane Roar's Besart Berisha

Michael Lynch, Brisbane The beautiful game can often be joyous. But just as often it can be downright ugly.

Adelaide back on top; Sydney loses again

Adelaide United are back atop the A-League ladder after beating struggling Sydney FC 2-0.

Adelaide Utd triumph over Sydney FC 2-0

Hannibal Rossi Sasa Ognenovski headed home his first goal for Adelaide as they beat arch rival Sydney 2-0 at Hindmarsh Stadium to reclaim second spot on the A-League ladder.

Squad numbers for ACL teams may be hiked

Guy Hand Football Federation Australia is considering allowing extra players for A-League clubs competing in the Asian Champions League from next year.

Gamba too good, admits Adelaide skipper

Guy Hand Adelaide United skipper Travis Dodd admitted he and his teammates felt like they were playing against 15 players in their Asian Champions League final.

Adelaide's dreams crushed by Gamba Osaka

Guy Hand There was no comeback for Adelaide United - just a decent burial as Japan's Gamba Osaka deservedly won the Asian Champions League final 5-0 on aggregate.

Dodd leaves door ajar for J-League move

Guy Hand Adelaide United skipper Travis Dodd has left the door open for a possible move to Japan.