A fast start's a good start for the Wellington Phoenix men's coach

Giancarlo Italiano wants his troops to get out of the blocks early and try to make the most of home advantage against visiting Adelaide United tomorrow.

Their high-line defence has been caught out several times so far this A-League season, with back-to-back losses at Sky Stadium.

Italiano feels a good effort right from the kickoff could turn their early-season wobbles around.