The Central Coast Mariners have declared their intention to copy the GWS Giants' model for a relationship in Canberra, revealing they were prepared to take on financial risks of hosting two games in the capital to show their commitment to the partnership.

The Mariners will play two A-League games in Canberra next season against the Wellington Phoenix and defending champion Adelaide United after the draw was published on Thursday.

Reigning A-League champions Adelaide United will play the Central Coast Mariners in one of two Mariners games set for Canberra next season. Credit:Daniel Kalisz

The games could also feature double-header fixtures with the Canberra United W-League team to grow further connections with the city.

The ACT government gave the Mariners a financial injection to shift their clash against the Phoenix to Canberra Stadium as part of the capital's 'sister-city' relationship with Wellington.