Auckland FC players celebrate a goal against the Wellington Phoenix. Photo: Andrew Cornaga/www.photosport.nz
The A-League high-fliers can already start looking towards the play-offs, they currently have a six point lead at the top of the ladder and want to stay there to secure a first round bye.
Central Coast are the defending A-League champs but have suffered a real fall from grace, currently sitting in 10th. Kick-off is at 5pm NZT.
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