The Kurz debacle worsens

It became more unbelievable with every game since Kurz and Adelaide announced their split that the new Reds' owners were willing to forgo such a talented and galvanising figurehead. 

He is a serious candidate for coach of the season despite Tony Popovic's incredible turnaround of Perth Glory, if for no other reason than the heart he's instilled Adelaide with this season.

Here's hoping Melbourne City pick him up, or maybe they fast-track South West Sydney into the A-League. Either way, we can't let this guy leave the country.

Perth far from infallible

Melbourne Victory or Sydney FC would have eaten their heart out watching Perth cough up three goals and penalty after penalty in the search for a maiden A-League Championship.

It's clear how much it means to the storied Western club, but that can be a bigger disadvantage than advantage in the heart-stopping nature of finals football.

Set-pieces seem to be a genuine issue, a fact Sydney exploited earlier in the season. Likewise, counter-attacks, as Melbourne proved in their most recent matchup, could provide a weakness.

Of course, there's one even greater pockmark on the horizon. Popovic has three A-League Grand Final appearances but only runners-up medals to show for it. After that performance, you have no idea what's in store.