The former Newcastle United man made the points safe after his team had earlier taken a 63rd minute lead.

James put in a full shift for the team as did former Central Coast Mariners favourite Mile Jedinak. The only down side of the victory was that both Aussies picked up yellow cards.

Bruce Djite had to be content with just 60 seconds or so of action, coming off the bench as an 89th minute substitute.

Genclerbirligi's win leaves them sitting 10th in the Turkish Super Lig.

Michael Petkovic's Sivasspor still lead the way at the top of the table but now have clubs breathing down their necks after they could only manage a 1-1 draw with Ankaraspor.