STAJ ISN'T A SHOW-STOPPER

If Alen Stajcic is the man to rebuild the Mariners, and let's face it, there aren't a lot of pedigreed coaches throwing their hands up for this one, then it has to be with a more attacking style.

It's a little bit of a Catch-22 at this point, this team are not his squad and he's in a tough position, trying to ensure an underdone, low-confidence squad doesn't get smashed so he's in contention for the extended role, while also attempting to win a few games playing a half-attractive brand of football.

Against Perth Glory it's a damn-near-impossible ask and their next match against Melbourne Victory will be no better. 

The real challenge will be in the club's last two games this season as they get to take on Western Sydney Wanderers and Melbourne City. It may be necessary for Staj to put a little more on the line...