A-League Matchweek 2 Preview: Our Expert Tips & Staking Plan
January 1, 2021
GOSFORD, AUSTRALIA - DECEMBER 31: Mariners players celebrate a goal from Alou Kuol of the Mariners during the A-League match between the Central Coast Mariners and the Newcastle Jets at Central Coast Stadium, on December 31, 2020, in Gosford, Australia. (Photo by Ashley Feder/Getty Images)
To be honest, the first round was always going to be a tough one. Unexpected results but also some great chances missed from a number of teams. We fight on into Matchweek 2.
AEDT= Australian Eastern Daylight Time
Season Results:
- -5.635
Wellington Phoenix vs Sydney FC – Saturday, Jan 2, 5:05 pm (AEDT)
It is the first game of the campaign for both teams, and whilst this is a home game for the Wellington Phoenix, it is in Wollongong which suits Sydney. The reigning champions will look to start strong, I back Sydney here as they will look the fresher out of the two sides even with star striker Adam Le Fondre.
- 0.5 unit under 2.5 goals 2.07 with TopSport
- 1.5 unit Sydney FC 2.04Â with TopSport
Melbourne Victory vs Brisbane Roar – Saturday, Jan 2, 7:10 pm (AEDT)
This could end up being a tricky game, I like Melbourne Victory though. The Roar played quite well against Melbourne City in their season opener so that may help with momentum but I have to go with a home win, especially with a decent campaign from Victory in the recent Asian Champions League.
- 0.25 unit Match Result and Both Teams to Score Melbourne Victory 4.30 with TopSport
- 1 unit Melbourne Victory 2.18 with TopSport
Macarthur FC vs Central Coast Mariners – Sunday, Jan 3, 4:05 pm (AEDT)
Both teams came out of Matchweek 1 with a 1-0 victory, and Macarthur impressed on their A-League debut so it comes as no surprise they are favorites for this clash. With a quick turnaround, an extra day’s rest for Macarthur should help, they should see off the Mariners on Sunday.
- 0.5 unit Under 2.5 goals 2.11Â with TopSport
- 1 unit Macarthur 1.59 with TopSport
Adelaide United vs Melbourne City – Sunday, Jan 3, 6:05 pm (AEDT)
Melbourne City would be the most logical option here, but the draw looks appealing for this matchup. Adelaide had a goalless draw to start their A-League campaign against Western United and City somewhat struggled at times in their 1-0 victory against the Roar. This is a difficult game to pick.
- 0.5 unit Draw 3.50Â with TopSport
- 1 unit Both teams to score 1.57 with TopSport
Expert Picks
- 0.5 unit under 2.5 goals 2.07 with TopSport
- 1.5 unit Sydney FC 2.04Â with TopSport
- 0.25 unit Match Result and Both Teams to Score Melbourne Victory 4.30 with TopSport
- 1 unit Melbourne Victory 2.18 with TopSport
- 0.5 unit Under 2.5 goals 2.11Â with TopSport
- 1 unit Macarthur 1.59 with TopSport
- 0.5 unit draw 3.50Â with TopSport
- 1 unit Both teams to score 1.57 with TopSport
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