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*These betting odds were correct at the time of publication but are subject to change.
Melbourne Victory vs Brisbane prediction and match odds
Hopefully, the new year will bring many positives for these two clubs as they are among the most prolific Australian teams but they’ll have to battle it out at AAMI Park in Melbourne. Let’s see how this very interesting A-League clash is going to end.
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Melbourne Victory to win
It’s hardly a secret that Melbourne Victory are slight favorites to grab the three points at AAMI Park on the 6th of January. However, coach Anthony Popovic’s boys will have to do their best to grab the full set of points as Brisbane are definitely no joke.
Melbourne Victory’s advantage in the head-to-head department is a fragile one. With four victories, three draws, and three losses, it’s fair to say that Melbourne are indeed the team that will probably grab the points.
Under 2.5 goals
We’re adamant that the two teams will produce another dull affair at AAMI Park on Friday as they strive to not lose this game. Both managers need points and they need them quickly as Melbourne City and Western Sydney already started pulling ahead.
The last three games between Melbourne and Brisbane all ended with under 2.5 goals with two of those games ending in goalless draws.
Top Melbourne Victory vs Brisbane odds and markets
Head to Head
29/10/22
Australia A-League Australia
Brisbane Roar
Melbourne Victory
0
0
04/09/22
Australia Friendlies Australia
Brisbane Roar
Melbourne Victory
1
1
25/04/22
Australia A-League Australia
Brisbane Roar
Melbourne Victory
1
1
12/04/22
Australia A-League Australia
Melbourne Victory
Brisbane Roar
0
0
28/11/21
Australia A-League Australia
Melbourne Victory
Brisbane Roar
3
0
Last Five - Melbourne Victory
19/03/23
Australia A-League Australia
Central Coast Mariners
Melbourne Victory
0
2
W
13/03/23
Australia A-League Australia
Western United FC
Melbourne Victory
2
1
L
04/03/23
Australia A-League Australia
Sydney FC
Melbourne Victory
1
0
L
26/02/23
Australia A-League Australia
Adelaide United
Melbourne Victory
1
1
D
18/02/23
Australia A-League Australia
Melbourne City
Melbourne Victory
2
3
W
Last Five - Brisbane Roar
18/03/23
Australia A-League Australia
Western United FC
Brisbane Roar
0
1
W
12/03/23
Australia A-League Australia
Melbourne City
Brisbane Roar
2
1
L
05/03/23
Australia A-League Australia
Macarthur FC
Brisbane Roar
3
2
L
26/02/23
Australia A-League Australia
Perth Glory
Brisbane Roar
1
2
W
18/02/23
Australia A-League Australia
Sydney FC
Brisbane Roar
1
1
D
Let's take a look at the latest markets and odds ahead of Monday's clash between Melbourne Victory and Brisbane.
Melbourne Victory odds: 49/50 (1.98) – 50.5%
Draw odds: 53/20 (3.65) – 27.4%
Brisbane odds: 11/4 (3.75) – 26.7%
Melbourne Victory are the top favorites to win on Friday with 50.5% according to the bookies compared to Brisbane’s odds which stand at 26.7%. Furthermore, the bookies seem to think that we should expect Over 2.5 Goals with odds at 8/11 (1.81) – 55.2% If you want to bet on Under 2.5 Goals you can expect the following odds – 1/1 (2.00) – 50.0%, as things stand today.
Predicted lineups, team news, and last result
Melbourne Victory
Coach Anthony Popovic’s boys were unlucky to get brushed aside by Central Coast Mariners on the 31st of December. After all, Melbourne Victory had far better statistics in all departments – more total shots, more shots on target, more possession, more crosses, and more corners. Sadly, the only thing that counts is the goals and Central Coast Mariners were clinical with their finishing. A lovely Jason Cummings brace was the difference-maker in this game.
Predicted lineup – Acton (GK), Spiranovic, Geria, Broxham, Cadete, Brimmer, Marchan, Wilson, Oikonomidis, Nani & Folami
Brisbane
Brisbane continued with their robust defensive performances on the 30th of December when they faced Western United at Wyndham City Stadium. It was indeed an equal battle as both teams had their chances in front of goal but a somewhat mediocre finishing cost them three points. Carlo Armiento slid it past the goalkeeper to give Brisbane the lead and Aleksandar Prijovic’s well-timed 78th-minute shot was the equalizer.
Predicted lineup – Holmes (GK), Neville, Aldred, Chapman, Courtney-Perkins, Trewin, O’Shea, Knowles, Hore, Mileusnic & Armiento
Starting lineups
Melbourne Victory
Brisbane Roar
*Starting lineups are usually announced 1hr before the kick-off
Player to watch: Nani
With one goal and two assists this season, it’s fair to say that newly-arrived Nani is getting used to Australian football quickly.
At the end of his career, the former Portuguese national team player is still quick and creative and he just might cause a headache to Brisbane’s defenders on the 6th of January. Sure, the 36-year-old winger isn’t as swift as he was with the Manchester United jersey a decade ago but he’ll undoubtedly want to prove that age is just a number.
A-League standings
# | Team | P | W | D | L | +/- | Points |
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1 | Melbourne City | 20 | 12 | 5 | 3 | 22 | 41 |
2 | Adelaide United | 21 | 10 | 7 | 4 | 10 | 37 |
3 | Western Sydney Wanderers | 21 | 9 | 7 | 5 | 13 | 34 |
4 | Central Coast Mariners | 21 | 9 | 4 | 8 | 9 | 31 |
5 | Wellington Phoenix | 21 | 8 | 7 | 6 | 1 | 31 |
6 | Sydney FC | 21 | 8 | 3 | 10 | -6 | 27 |
7 | Newcastle Jets | 21 | 7 | 4 | 10 | -9 | 25 |
8 | Western United FC | 21 | 7 | 4 | 10 | -10 | 25 |
9 | Macarthur FC | 21 | 7 | 4 | 10 | -13 | 25 |
10 | Perth Glory | 21 | 6 | 6 | 9 | -7 | 24 |
11 | Brisbane Roar | 21 | 5 | 8 | 8 | -6 | 23 |
12 | Melbourne Victory | 20 | 6 | 3 | 11 | -4 | 21 |
Frequently asked questions about Melbourne Victory vs Brisbane:
- Whom do the bookies favor? – They predict a hard-earned victory for Melbourne Victory.
- Are there any injuries or suspensions before the start of this game? – No, the two coaches will be able to count on their best 11 men.
- Which bookmaker should I try out? – We advise you to give Ladbrokes a chance.