CC Mariners vs Melbourne C: preview, line-ups and kick-off time

Central Coast Mariners FC host Melbourne City FC at Central Coast Stadium on Thursday 31 December 2026, kick-off 08:00 UTC, in the A-League Men (round 11). CC Mariners have had 74 days of rest since playing Newcastle Jets (A-League Men); Melbourne C have had 67 after facing Melbourne V and travel about 3,298 km.