A long-anticipated one, the Melbourne Victory vs Adelaide United showdown will be played on the 29th of March at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium. Understandably, we expect a thriller of an A-League match, but we still advise you to go through our professional Melbourne Victory vs Adelaide United betting tips.
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Melbourne Victory vs Adelaide United prediction: No victor on Saturday
Key Stats
- Nishan Velupillay is the top goalscorer for the home side, with five goals since the start of the campaign.
- Coach Carl Veart has a balanced 5-4-5 record against this opponent.
- Three of the last five matches between the two sides at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium resulted in ties.
Correct score prediction: Melbourne Victory 1-1 Adelaide United
As we mentioned in the previous part of our professional Melbourne Victory vs Adelaide United prediction, the two teams regularly share the spoils. Moreover, all four draws between them in the last 10 matches had 1-1 on the scoreboard after 90 minutes of play.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Big V must prove title aspirations
- HOME: 93/100 (1.93) – 51.1%
- DRAW: 31/10 (4.10) – 22.0%
- AWAY: 5/2 (3.50) – 27.9%
*These Melbourne Victory vs Adelaide United odds are subject to change
After checking the odds, we found out that Nishan Velupillay to score anytime is a very plausible outcome at Melbourne Rectangular Stadium, as our professional Melbourne Victory vs Adelaide United prediction has a solid 37.74% chance of success at 33/20 (2.65).
In the meantime, we should point out the fact that Melbourne Victory are the expected winners, with a 51.1% win probability behind them at 93/100 (1.93).
Last five H2Hs: Adelaide broke the curse
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The charts below contain key insight into the key Melbourne Victory vs Adelaide United statistics and match facts.
Melbourne Victory team news and form: Veteran striker needs to do more
Bruno Fornaroli’s presence on the pitch at CommBank Stadium was simply not enough on the 15th of March, as Western Sydney Wanderers picked up a vital 4-2 victory. This means that the Big V will do their best to swiftly bounce back.
Predicted lineup: Langerak (GK), Bos, Roderick, Hamill, Rawlins, Teague, Valadon, Piscopo, Velupillay, Arzani & Fornaroli
Australia A-League 12/04/25
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Wellington Phoenix
2
Melbourne Victory
3
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Adelaide United
3
Melbourne Victory
5
Australia A-League 15/03/25
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Western Sydney Wanderers
4
Melbourne Victory
2
Australia A-League 08/03/25
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Central Coast Mariners
0
Melbourne Victory
3
Australia A-League 01/03/25
D
Brisbane Roar
1
Melbourne Victory
1
Adelaide United team news and form: Adelaide United are a joy!
How fun was Adelaide United’s last official game? The match at Hindmarsh Stadium ended in an impressive 4-5 Macarthur win, as the fans were on the edge of their seats throughout the entire 90 minutes.
Predicted lineup: Delianov (GK), Crawford, Vriends, Kikianis, Kitto, Alagich, Barnett, Mauk, Clough, Goodwin & Ayoubi
Australia A-League 12/04/25
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Perth Glory
4
Adelaide United
1
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Sydney FC
3
Adelaide United
2
Australia A-League 29/03/25
L
Melbourne Victory
5
Adelaide United
3
Australia A-League 14/03/25
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Macarthur FC
5
Adelaide United
4
Australia A-League 08/03/25
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Brisbane Roar
1
Adelaide United
1
Player to watch: Archie Goodwin
Archie Goodwin is not only Adelaide United’s top goalscorer this season, but he is also one of the best ones in the A-League in general. With nine goals since the start of the 2024/25 A-League campaign, he is truly on fire and will do his best to prove our professional Melbourne Victory vs Adelaide United prediction correct.
Second player to watch: Zack Clough
Zack Clough also deserves a shout-out. After all, he is the visitors’ leading creator, with eight assists. Moreover, he also found the net six times.
