A-League Round 17 betting preview, free tips & best odds

The 2024/25 A-League season continues this weekend with a five-match slate. Below are our free soccer betting tips for every game of Round 17.

Brisbane Roar vs Western Sydney Wanderers

Friday, January 31 – 6:35pm AEST – Suncorp Stadium

Coming off two consecutive losses, the Western Sydney Wanderers have a great opportunity to get right back in the finals mix as they head up to Brisbane. With just one win all season, the last-placed Roar should be no match despite playing at home. The Wanderers offer good value for the win at $2.30 with top A-League bookies.

Auckland FC vs Macarthur FC

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

Sitting on top of the ladder, Auckland FC continue to impress in their inaugural A-League season. While they will need to be wary of the dangerous Macarthur FC, the Kiwi side should still be too strong. Auckland are strong favourites with online bookmakers, and if you are looking for some extra value, back them for a clean sheet — something they have managed eight times this season.

Sydney FC vs Adelaide United

Saturday, February 1 – 5pm AEDT – Allianz Stadium

In a clash between the A-League’s two highest-scoring teams, expect plenty of goals. Sydney FC are slight favourites at home, but given they are winless in their last three games, there are major concerns. On the other hand, Adelaide United are undefeated in their last four and can go top of the A-League ladder with a win.

Central Coast Mariners vs Newcastle Jets

Saturday, February 1 – 7:35pm AEDT – Industree Group Stadium

The Central Coast Mariners have found form in recent weeks, losing just one of their last six games. Hoping to get back into the finals mix, the Mariners enter as strong favourites against the 11th-placed Jets. While Central Coast should be too strong, note that both teams have gone over the total goals line in four of their last five games.

Perth Glory vs Melbourne Victory

Saturday, 26 January – 6:45pm AWST – HBF Park

Fresh off a strong 2-0 win over Sydney FC last weekend, Melbourne Victory will be looking to continue their resurgence against the struggling Perth Glory. At $1.42 with BetOnline, there is little value in Victory straight-up, but look towards veteran striker Bruno Fornaroli to hit the scoreboard. The Australian international has two goals and an assist from his last three games, so back him to find the back of the net once again at $1.80.

Sports betting tips