Central Coast Mariners: A History of Success in the A-League and Beyond

Early Success and the AFC Cup Triumph

The Central Coast Mariners are an Australian professional soccer club based in Gosford, New South Wales. The club was founded in 2004 and currently competes in the A-League Men, the top tier of Australian soccer.

The Mariners have enjoyed a successful history, winning the A-League Premiership once in 2013 and the A-League Championship twice in 2013 and 2022. They have also won the AFC Cup once in 2019, becoming the first Australian club to win the competition.

Recent History and the 2023-24 Season

In the 2023-24 season, the Mariners are looking to build on their recent success. The club has made a number of key signings, including former Socceroos goalkeeper Mat Ryan and former Newcastle United midfielder Daniel Arzani.

The Mariners are hoping to challenge for the A-League Men title and make a deep run in the AFC Cup. The club has a strong squad and a talented coach in Nick Montgomery, and they will be looking to make a statement in the 2023-24 season.

Nicknames and Other Information

The Central Coast Mariners are nicknamed the "Yellow Navy" and the "Coasties." The club's home ground is Central Coast Stadium, and their average attendance is over 6,000.