It was their third season with Ian Ferguson as head coach (he was replaced by Alistair Edwards in February 2013).

Perth Glory had not competed at Patersons Stadium since the 2003–04 National Soccer League (NSL) Preliminary Final, where they defeated Adelaide United by five goals.

[1] Perth Glory began their campaign against Brisbane Roar at Patersons Stadium, a rematch of the 2012 A-League Grand Final.

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Trialists Source: [citation needed] Source: [citation needed] 1 goal was scored from a penalty kick 2 goals were scored from penalty kicks