Leaders Mariners go four points clear in the A-League after win over Perth Glory

Leaders Central Coast Mariners beat Perth Glory 2-1 on Tuesday to go four points clear in the A-League.

Goals from Matt Simon and Marco Ureña put the league leaders in a commanding position at the break.

Bruno Fornaroli struck in the second half to bring the hosts back into the contest but the mountain was too steep to climb for Perth, as the Mariners strengthened their grip on top spot on the A-League table.