Re-live A-League: Wellington Phoenix v Melbourne Victory, Western Sydney Wanderers v Brisbane Roar

WESTERN Sydney Wanderers went top of the A-League table, as Wellington Phoenix upset Melbourne Victory. RE-LIVE THE ACTION.

Mitch Nichols of the Wanderers celebrates his goal with Scott Neville during the round 9 A-League match between Western Sydney Wanderers and the Brisbane Roar at Allianz Stadium in Sydney, Saturday, Dec. 5, 2015. (AAP Image/Dean Lewins) NO ARCHIVING, EDITORIAL USE ONLY

A SUPERB late goal from Mitch Nichols ensured Western Sydney won its sixth straight match and surged to the top of the A-League table.

The Wanderers looked headed towards a draw with the Brisbane Roar, before Nichols’ 20-yard rocket sealed a 2-1 win and put Tony Popovic’s side at the summit of the league.

WELLINGTON returned to the A-League’s top six with a crucial 2-0 win over Melbourne Victory in Auckland on Saturday.

First-half goals from Roy Krishna and Roly Bonevaccia was enough for the Phoenix, who withstood heavy pressure after the break to grind out the three points.

A-League Saturday Action (AEDT):

Wellington Phoenix v Melbourne Victory at QBE Stadium (5.15pm)

Western Sydney Wanderers v Brisbane Roar at Parramatta Stadium (7.30pm)

Originally published as Re-live A-League: Wellington Phoenix v Melbourne Victory, Western Sydney Wanderers v Brisbane Roar