A-League Round 26 betting tips, exotic picks & predictions

With just four rounds to go, the race to the 2024/25 A-League finals is heating up. The race for second place and a home semifinal is especially spicy, with only one point separating Western United and Melbourne City. Read on to see our top soccer betting tips for all six games of Round 26 across the weekend.

Melbourne City vs Brisbane Roar

Friday, April 11 – 7:35pm AEST – AAMI Park

After winning four of their last five games, it is no surprise to see Melbourne City enter this clash as strong favourites with major sports betting sites. They hold the best defensive record in the A-League, and facing the 12th-placed Roar, they should be good enough to keep another clean sheet.

Wellington Phoenix vs Melbourne Victory

Saturday, April 12 – 1pm NZST – Sky Stadium

With only three points separating fifth from seventh on the A-League ladder, this is a must-win game for Melbourne Victory against the struggling Wellington Phoenix. Keep an eye out for Victory winger Nishan Velupillay, who has five goals in his last five games for club and country.

Sydney FC vs Auckland FC

Saturday, April 12 – 5pm AEST – Allianz Stadium

Despite sitting well clear at the top of the A-League ladder, Auckland FC enter as underdogs as they face Sydney FC on the road. The Sky Blues have only lost one of their past 11 games, while they hold one of the best attacking records in the A-League. Auckland have drawn four of their last five games, and in a clash between two quality teams, it seems like the most likely option once again.

Newcastle Jets vs Central Coast Mariners

Saturday, April 12 – 7:35pm AEST – McDonald Jones Stadium

Neither Newcastle nor Central Coast enter this clash in particularly good form, especially on the defensive front. The Jets have conceded 11 goals in their last three matches, while the Mariners have conceded multiple goals in six of their last eight. With plenty of scoring expected, back this game to have over 3.5 total goals at $2.40 with top A-League bookies.

Perth Glory vs Adelaide United

Saturday, April 12 – 7:45pm AWST – Coopers Stadium

On a run of seven matches without a win, Adelaide United need to beat Perth Glory to keep their finals hopes alive. Despite being on the road, they enter as clear favourites with leading Australian bookmakers, as the men in purple have won just two games all season. With 22 goals scored across United’s last three games, add in over 2.5 goals for extra value.

Western Sydney Wanderers vs Western United

Sunday, April 13 – 5pm AEST – CommBank Stadium

On a run of five consecutive victories, Western United are the form side in the A-League right now. However, they are underdogs on the road against the Wanderers, who are undefeated in their last eight. With both sides averaging more than three goals per game in their last five matches, back the over.

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