Each new season brings a number of changes with it. Players and managers are constantly under pressure to perform or face the looming threat of contract termination.
The countries two biggest clubs, Melbourne Victroy and Sydney FC, currently find themselves without a coach after inconsistent seasons.
Following the success of Central Coast and Brisbane Roar the A-League has learned the value of good coaches and what they can do to a club.
Rumours surround both clubs, suggesting Sydney may be close to signing Graham Arnold and that Melbourne Victory is also making a play for Ange Postecoglou.
These bigger clubs have traditionally relied on proven personnel to satisfy the high expectations of their fans and rarely take risks in fear of failure.
However, given the youthful nature of the A-League, should smaller clubs be shielded from larger clubs in order to be allowed to grow and develop?
Specifically, should the FFA introduce rules to protect smaller clubs losing their coaches and other staff?
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Here is the way the Roar expert panel sees all the action unfolding across the final weekend of play prior to the semi-finals.
Even though St.Pauli ultimately lost a high-scoring affair, Jackson Irvine was a standout, as well as scoring a late goal.
Mathew Leckie played a pivotal part in Melbourne City claiming an 8-nil win; playing a role in several of his team's goals.
The loser of the Sydney Derby will be under immense pressure entering the final three matches of the season.
Anthony Caceres is a player with immense talent and has a fantastic work rate, broke the deadlock against the Mariners in the 74th minute.
Round 19 was an interesting weekend of football with no draws, 19 goals in six matches, two five-goal games on Sunday and for the…
