A-League R21 preview, free betting tips & match predictions

The 2024/25 A-League season continues this weekend with six exciting matchups, headlined by a top-two clash between Auckland FC and Adelaide United on Saturday afternoon. Below are our top soccer betting tips for every game of Round 21.

Wellington Phoenix vs Melbourne City

Friday, February 28 – 7:30pm NZDT – Sky Stadium

Coming off a 6-1 defeat to Auckland FC last Saturday, Wellington Phoenix have now dropped down to 11th on the ladder and hold the second-worst goalscoring record in the A-League. Melbourne City haven’t been much better, with just one win in their last five, but they should still be too strong on this occasion. They have won five of the last six meetings and are the second-best defensive side in the A-League, so back them to also keep another clean sheet.

Central Coast Mariners vs Western United

Friday, February 28 – 7:35pm AEDT – Industree Group Stadium

Western United are one of the top sides in the A-League, losing just one of their last six and sitting third on the ladder. Facing the struggling Mariners, expect their strong form to continue, led by striker Noah Botic. The 23-year-old has scored six goals in his last six games and offers excellent value to score again at $2.62 with leading soccer bookmakers.

Auckland FC vs Adelaide United

Saturday, March 1 – 5pm NZDT – Go Media Stadium

Sitting eight points clear at the top of the A-League table, Auckland FC enter as strong favourites against the second-placed Adelaide United. The visitors have won just one of their last five games, including three-goal losses in their last two away matches. With Auckland expected to continue their winning run, keep an eye out for winger Neyder Moreno, who is coming off a hat-trick and has scored or assisted in each of his last five games.

Brisbane Roar vs Melbourne Victory

Saturday, March 1 – 4pm AEST – Suncorp Stadium

With just one loss in their last five matches, Melbourne Victory have a great chance to push the top two with a win. They enter as strong favourites at $1.80 with top A-League betting sites against the last-placed Brisbane Roar and should be too good, despite being on the road.

Macarthur FC vs Sydney FC

Saturday, March 1 – 7:35pm AEDT – Campbelltown Sports Stadium

As two of the A-League’s most high-scoring and inconsistent teams face off, this Sydney Derby is a tough match to pick. Macarthur FC have won just one of their last five games, while Sydney FC have won just one of their last six, which includes a draw to the 12th-placed Glory last Saturday. The safest bet on this game is to back plenty of scoring.

Western Sydney Wanderers vs Perth Glory

Sunday, March 2 – 5pm AEDT – CommBank Stadium

With three wins from their last four games, the Wanderers are one of the form teams in the A-League. They enter as $1.50 favourites with major sports betting sites against Perth and are expected to continue their good form. However, Western Sydney have conceded nearly two goals per game this season, so add both teams to score for extra value.

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