Central Coast Mariners edged out rivals Newcastle Jets 3-2 in a thrilling F3 Derby in the Australia A-League on Sunday, October 19th, 2025. The match at Central Coast Stadium was a classic derby encounter, packed with goals and drama from start to finish. The Mariners raced into an early lead, but the Jets fought back valiantly to level the score, setting up a tense second half. The decisive moment came late in the game when the Mariners found a winner, likely through a set-piece or a moment of individual brilliance, to claim all three points. The match was a showcase of attacking football, with both teams committing players forward, leading to the high scoreline. This victory gave the Mariners early bragging rights and a perfect start to the new season, while the Jets were left to rue defensive mistakes in a narrow defeat.