Sydney FC marching up ladder

Sydney FC's drawn level on points with the fourth-placed Wellington Phoenix in the A-League.

Sydney's won at home for the first time in six matches, beating the Central Coast Mariners 4-2.

They remain fifth on the table, behind the Phoenix on goal difference.

The Phoenix play host to the struggling Newcastle Jets at the Hutt Recreation Ground this evening.

Adelaide's toppled the Western Sydney Wanderers 2-1 at home.