The A-League clash at AAMI Park on Friday, January 24th, will see Melbourne Victory take on Sydney FC. Sydney currently sits in 5th place on the A-League table, while Melbourne Victory is just two spots behind. This promises to be an exciting match filled with plenty of action.
Melbourne Victory vs Sydney
Melbourne Victory and Sydney FC have faced off 64 times, with Melbourne Victory winning 19 matches, Sydney FC winning 24, and 21 matches ending in a draw. On average, these encounters have seen a total of 2.95 goals per match.
Melbourne Victory will be looking for a better result following their 3-2 A-League defeat to Adelaide United in their previous game. In that match, Melbourne Victory had 57% possession and registered 16 attempts on goal, with 5 on target. Adelaide United, on the other hand, had 10 attempts at goal, 4 of which were on target.
Sydney FC, coming off a loss to Brisbane Roar in their last A-League fixture, will be hoping for an improved performance here. Sydney FC had 58% possession and 18 attempts on goal, 5 of which were on target, while Brisbane Roar managed 18 attempts, 6 of which were on target.
Statistics for the match:
Recent fixtures involving Melbourne Victory have been thrilling encounters, with high-scoring matches becoming a common theme. In their last 6 games, a total of 21 goals have been scored, with Melbourne Victory contributing 8 of those. However, their recent form against Sydney FC has been less favorable, as they have not won any of their last 2 league meetings with them and are without a victory in their last 3 home league matches.
On the other hand, Sydney FC has seen high-scoring games in 5 out of their last 6 fixtures, with an average of 3.67 goals per match, and an average of 2.5 goals scored by Sydney FC themselves. In terms of form, Sydney FC has struggled to beat Melbourne Victory in their last 2 away league encounters and have gone unbeaten in their last 3 away matches. However, they are still without an away win in their last 4 league games.
What is the Prediction?
The anticipation surrounding the upcoming A-League match between Melbourne Victory and Sydney FC is growing among fans and pundits alike. With various predictions circulating, the excitement is palpable as both teams prepare for this crucial encounter. Melbourne Victory will look to capitalize on the energy of their home crowd, while Sydney FC will focus on overcoming the home advantage with their skill and resilience. This match promises to be more than just a contest—it’s a display of the unpredictable nature of football and the immense talent within the league. Considering all these factors, our prediction for the game is: draw no bet – Melbourne Victory.
Summary
Match: Melbourne Victory vs Sydney
Bet: draw no bet – Melbourne Victory
Odds: -132 / 1.76
