With the Australia Cup already in hand, Mark Milligan remains focussed on adding more silverware to the Newcastle Jets’ trophy cabinet.

Fresh from its drought-breaking title win over Heidelberg United a fortnight ago, the Hunter-based club is keen to chase further glory when the A-League Men’s (ALM) season kicks off in earnest this weekend.

Newcastle tackles long-time F3 Derby rivals Central Coast Mariners at polytec Stadium on Sunday 19 October.

And, the Socceroos great has urged his charges to “up the ante”.

“We want to be a team that plays finals football,” the Jets coach said.

“We’re trying to build a brand of football that we think will do that.

“Plus, I want our fans to be excited by this.

“Expectation’s not a bad thing.

“So, I want these players to be driven.

“I don’t want

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