Western Sydney Wanders v Melbourne City
The Wanderers will take on City to kick off the weekend games, with the Wanderers looking to keep in touch of the top six. The Wanderers are coming off a 1-0 loss to Western United and again with the home crowd behind them, they will be fighting for victory. Melbourne City on the other hand will be going out to keep the pressure at the top of the table with only three points separating them and Western United. With Jamie Maclaren back in the team, they will be hard to stop.
Prediction: Melbourne City 2-1
Best Bet: Jamie Maclaren first goal at $3.10
Wellington Phoenix v Adelaide United
The Phoenix are looking in fine form, having won their past three games, and a point outside the top six. They will be out for four wins in a row against Adelaide, who themselves are coming off a 1-0 loss to Sydney last week. They will have superstar Craig Goodwin back at their disposal, who performed well in the recent world cup qualifiers. But the Phoenix, who have been without home support this season will look to continue their winning run.
Prediction: Wellington 1-0
Best Bet: Wellington win at $2.94
Melbourne Victory v Newcastle Jets
The FFA Cup champions are up against the Jets this week, with Victory having a mid-week defeat against the Phoenix, which a win would have seen them a point behind Western United at the top of the league. The Jets on the other hand are coming off a tough loss against City going down 4-2. But it showed they can compete against the top teams in the league but leak goals regularly. Against Victory, they will have to play at their best but it will be difficult for them away from home.
Prediction: Melbourne Victory 3-1
Best Bet: Francesco Margiotta anytime goal at $2.27
Sydney FC v Western United
A top three clash awaits us on Saturday night, when Sydney and Western United clash. Both teams have been in fine form with strong wins the last few weeks. Western United will want to extend their lead at the top of the table, but a victory for Sydney will see them level with points at the top. Western United have played well away from home this season, but against a vocal home team crowd, it will be a tough slog.
Prediction: 2-2 draw
Best Bet: Adam Le Fondre anytime goal $2.12
Central Coast Mariners v Perth Glory
The Mariners will look to take advantage of a poor Perth side this week, and will look for a win to keep their finals hopes alive. The Mariners have the experience of Jason Cummings who brings his goals along with him. But he won’t be the only star of the show with Daniel Sturridge hopefully appearing for the Glory. The Glory will be out for a win, but with the borders closed in WA, it will be hard for their supporters to cheer their team.
Prediction: Central Coast 2-1
Best Bet: Central Coast win $2.08
Brisbane Roar v Macarthur Bulls
The Roar has been disappointing this season sitting second last on the ladder. They will face a Bulls team who have not had the best few weeks, and they will want to capitalise on that. But recent results show that the Roar will not be able to contend as they lost to other wooden spoon favorites Newcastle last week. The Bulls on the other hand will want to keep their points tally ticking over and stay in touch with the top teams with a win against the Roar.
Prediction: Macarthur 2-0
Best Bet: Macarthur win $3.10
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