The challenge for the Wellington Phoenix women is how they respond after a loss

That's the message from manager Bev Priestman, ahead of their round-six match against cellar dwellers the Perth Glory later tonight.

Priestman says ensuring they start matches quickly out of the blocks and not sluggishly is vital.



The team have been based in Perth for the week, acclimatising to the conditions - and the five-hour time-zone difference.

Kickoff is at midnight.