Central Coast Mariners have new owners, with Total Soccer Growth Holdings taking over the Australian A-League club after months under league control.

What happened?

The Mariners were under the control of the Australian Professional Leagues since January. Total Soccer Growth Holdings, an international investment group, has acquired the club.

Why it matters for Central Coast Mariners

The new ownership brings excitement and energy to the club. Ruben Gnanalingam, majority shareholder of Total Soccer Growth Holdings, expressed delight in investing in the A-Leagues. He sees Australian football as a major growth area in the sport internationally.

What comes next?

The acquisition excludes the women's team. The Mariners are currently 9th in the league with 32 points, having played 26 games with a recent form of LWDLD. Their last result was a 4-0 loss to Newcastle Jets on 2026-04-25. | Stat | Value | | --- | --- | | League Standing | 9th | | Points | 32 | | Games Played | 26 | | Recent Form | LWDLD | | Last Result | Newcastle Jets 4-0 Central Coast Mariners | The new owners aim to restore energy and enthusiasm for the club, both on and off the pitch.