The 2012-13 campaign was a season of vital rejuvenation and attacking brilliance for Melbourne Victory as The Big V finished a strong 3rd in the A-League under the new manager Ange Postecoglou, securing a coveted place in the Asian Champions League. Leading the charge was the sensational young "Kiwi Messi," Marco Rojas, whose 14 goals anchored a thrilling attack alongside Archie Thompson and Mark Milligan, and whose stellar performance earned him the prestigious Johnny Warren Medal (A-League Player of the Year) before his move to VfB Stuttgart. It was a breakout year that saw the club re-establish itself as a top contender, providing hope and a defining chapter for the Big V faithful.