Auckland will host Melbourne City on the 18th of January at Go Media Stadium. Both teams make compelling arguments, but where will the three points go on the 18th of January? The answer to this question can be found in the following Auckland vs Melbourne City betting tips.
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Auckland vs Melbourne City prediction: Hearts to remain at the top
Key Stats
- Melbourne City’s last five A-League matches include two draws and three draws.
- Auckland shared the spoils in two of their last four league games.
- Yonathan Cohen is the visitors’ top scorer, with four goals under his belt.
Correct score prediction: Auckland 2-2 Melbourne City
The only official head-to-head resulted in a 2-2 draw. This gives us hope that our top Auckland vs Melbourne City prediction will succeed. Sure, Auckland are having a tremendous inaugural season, but the truth is that Hearts remain one of the best teams in Australia and they will surely strive to avoid defeat.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Steve Corica favoured by experts
- HOME: 27/20 (2.35) – 41.4%
- DRAW: 13/5 (3.60) – 25.0%
- AWAY: 19/10 (2.90) – 33.6%
*These Auckland vs Melbourne City odds are subject to change
Yonathan Cohen to score anytime is our top advice here, as the odds behind our key Auckland vs Melbourne City prediction are valued at 29/20 (2.45). This gives it a sturdy 40.82% chance of success and we are convinced Hearts’ striker will do well this week.
Auckland are the bookmakers’ expected winners. The odds are priced at 27/20 (2.35), which means coach Corica’s players keep a good 41.4% win probability before the start of the game.
Last five H2Hs: First win incoming?
You will not make a mistake by checking our key Auckland vs Melbourne City statistics and match facts. We have some exclusive information to share with you this week.
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Auckland team news and form: Auckland to fail again
Auckland couldn’t win the game against the other Melbourne club. The match versus the Big V resulted in a goalless tie, but we believe the match against Hearts will be a tad different in terms of goals due to Melbourne City’s many injured players.
Predicted lineup: Paulsen (GK), Sakai, Smith, Pijnaker, De Vries, Gallegos, Versrtaete, Brimmer, Moreno, Gillion & May
Australia A-League 16/03/25
D
Central Coast Mariners
2
Auckland FC
2
Australia A-League 09/03/25
D
Newcastle Jets
1
Auckland FC
1
Australia A-League 01/03/25
D
Adelaide United
4
Auckland FC
4
Australia A-League 22/02/25
W
Wellington Phoenix
1
Auckland FC
6
Australia A-League 15/02/25
W
Western United FC
0
Auckland FC
2
Melbourne City team news and form: Hearts at the top
It wasn’t easy, but Melbourne City managed to pick up a crucial 1-0 win over Brisbane Roar last week. The Lions failed to make their chances count, as not only did they have a 53.0% possession, but they made three shots on target as well.
Predicted lineup: Beach (GK), Talbot, Trewin, Perreyra, Behich, Mazzeo, Atkinson, Ugarkovic, Politidis, Rahmani & Memeti
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Newcastle Jets
1
Melbourne City
0
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W
Macarthur FC
0
Melbourne City
2
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W
Wellington Phoenix
0
Melbourne City
1
Australia A-League 22/02/25
D
Melbourne Victory
2
Melbourne City
2
Australia A-League 15/02/25
W
Perth Glory
0
Melbourne City
1
Player to watch: Steven Ugarkovic
You might be interested to find out that Steven Ugarkovic took part in the historic game between the two sides on the 15th of December. Sure, he couldn’t find Auckland’s net but he did supply a teammate with an assist, which is definitely a plus in favour of our professional Auckland vs Melbourne City prediction.
Second player to watch: Jake Brimmer
Jake Brimmer is a man who needs no introduction. He is an A-League veteran and with three goals since the start of the season for Auckland, it’s fair to consider him as one of coach Corica’s key performers.
