Central Coast Mariners' women's team is facing an uncertain future, with Matildas captain Sam Kerr criticizing the A-League's handling of women's teams.

What's happening with the women's team?

The team's future remains up in the air, with the Australian Professional Leagues searching for a buyer after Total Soccer Growth Holdings took control of the men's side but not the women's team. As of now, Central Coast Mariners are 9th in the A-League, with 32 points from 26 games, and a recent form of LWDLD.

Why is Sam Kerr speaking out?

Kerr expressed her disappointment with the lack of investment in the A-League Women, stating that players are having to leave the league due to low wages, with the minimum wage currently at $27,000. The league's two best players, Holly McNamara and Isabel Gomez, are leaving to further their careers, and former Perth Glory star Kerr won't be back any time soon, having signed with National Women's Soccer League club Gotham FC until 2030.

What's next for the team?

The team's struggles on and off the pitch continue, with a last result of Newcastle Jets 4-0 Central Coast Mariners on April 25, 2026, and a recent form of 1W-2D-2L, having lost the last two games. With the 2027 Women's World Cup and 2028 Olympics on the horizon, Kerr hopes to have a stable place to train and play, and to be in the best possible shape for both Gotham and the Matildas. The Central Coast Mariners will need to find a way to address their on-field struggles and off-field uncertainty if they hope to improve their standing and attract top talent to the team.