Lackluster Western United is taking on the difficult Melbourne City challenge on the 4th of November. This will be the last game for matchday 3 in the A-League, but we expect it to be one of the more interesting ones. Stay tuned for the inside scoop on our professional Western United vs Melbourne City head-to-heads.
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Western United vs Melbourne City prediction: Hearts to edge the three points
Key Stats
- We saw four goals in Melbourne City’s last official A-League outing.
- Five of the last six meetings ended in Melbourne City victories.
- Coach Aurelio Vidmar has a perfect 2-0-0 record versus this opponent.
Correct score prediction: Western United 1-2 Melbourne City
Two of the last six games between the two teams resulted 2-1 in favor of Hearts. Therefore, we have the confidence that our top Western United vs Melbourne City predictions will surely succeed. After all, Melbourne City’s class is clear for all to see.
Pre-game odds and win probability: Visitors with points up for grabs
- HOME: 57/20 (3.85) – 26.0%
- DRAW: 23/10 (3.30) – 28.5%
- AWAY: 23/20 (2.15) – 45.5%
*These Western United vs Melbourne City odds are subject to change
As you can see from the odds in our Western United vs Melbourne City prediction, the expected winners here are Hearts. The odds behind an away team win are valued at 23/20 (2.15), which gives Melbourne City a wonderful 45.5% shot at the three points this week.
Moreover, a tie is priced at 23/10 (3.30). There’s a 28.5% chance that Western United will be able to chip at least a point away from Hearts.
Last five H2Hs: Will Hearts do it once more?
These graphics will provide you with essential Western United vs Melbourne City statistics and match facts.
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Western United team news and form: Can Ibusuki do it?
The Japanese veteran scored the only goal for his club in the match against favorites Wanderers. However, the result on the scoreboard after 90 minutes of play was 1-1, which means Ibusuki has earned the right to be featured in Aloisi’s plans against Hearts as well.
Predicted lineup: Sutton (GK), Imai, Russell, Leonard, Shamoon, Thurgate, Grimaldi, Pasquali, Danzaki, Ibusuki & Lavale
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Central Coast Mariners
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Adelaide United
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Auckland FC
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Melbourne City team news and form: Rusty attack costs Hearts dearly
With 15 shots at target, Melbourne City were only able to trouble Melbourne Victory’s shot-stopper once. That’s not how you put up a title fight and the manager is undoubtedly aware of this fact.
Predicted lineup: Beach (GK), Talbot, Ferreyra, Souprayen, Behich, Trewin, Cohen, Atkinson, Tilio, Ugarkovic & Nabbout
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Newcastle Jets
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Macarthur FC
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Player to watch: Marco Tilio
Winger Tilio will play a crucial role this week. Since the start of the 2024/25 A-League season, he only managed to score one goal. However, we have confidence that he will be able to pick up the pace by finding Western United’s net on the 4th of November as well.
Second player to watch: Hiroshi Ibusuki
Now, Ibusuki is playing for Western United. Last season, he was defending Adelaide United’s kits. He is performing just as well for his new club as he was for his previous one.
