Wellington Phoenix have named Alex Rufer as club captain for the upcoming A-League Men season, the first homegrown player in the role in their history.
Sydney FC coach Steve Corica is confident his ageing core of key players are still more than capable of delivering on a regular basis for the A-League Men club.
Perth Glory will take a cautious approach to boom recruit Daniel Sturridge, who is likely to make a cameo appearance at most in their A-League Men opener.
Wellington Phoenix approach the 2021/22 Isuzu UTE A-League season with responsibilities resting on the shoulders of its younger brigade - and a returning star.