The hosts are currently in sixth place within the playoff zone, but if they lose to the visitors, they could fall further behind. Four teams are close behind them, including Western United, and they could catch up to Macarthur or surpass them in the standings. The Sydney-based team has lost their previous two matches in a row.
After losing 2-1 at home to Central Coast Mariners, the Bulls lost 1-0 in league play to Adelaide United. When Macarthur plays Western United, they will want to avoid a third defeat in a row. The hosts, however, no longer regard Campbelltown Stadium as an impenetrable fortress because they have recently lost three games there.
The guests are also under pressure. Through 13 matches, they are 10th with 15 points. At the conclusion of matchday 14, Western United and the eleventh-place Newcastle Jets, who are tied for 14 points, are hoping to catch up. After defeating Sydney 1-0 last weekend, Western United ended a losing streak that had lasted for three games.
Prediction
For the hosts, Matthew Millar and Bachana Arabuli each have three goals, and Craig Noone has four assists. They are the team’s biggest attack threat.
Aleksandar Prijovic and Nicolas Milanovic have scored three goals each for the visitors thus far. They are under pressure to deliver more, particularly from their coach.
Macarthur will make every effort to avoid a third defeat in a row, particularly in front of the home crowd. Prediction: Western United 2-1 Macarthur
Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- In their last five matches against Western United, Macarthur has won twice, drawn twice, and lost once.
- In the six games that Western United and Macarthur have played together, Western United has outscored Macarthur 12-7.
- In their last five home games, Macarthur has won twice and lost three times.
- In their last five road games, Western United has won once and lost four times.
- Western United has won twice, drawn twice, and lost once in their last five games, while Macarthur has won twice and lost three times.
Lineup
Macarthur:
- Kurto;
- Vujica, Aspropotamitis, Uskok, Millar;
- M’Mombwa, Baccus;
- Toure, Davila, Noone;
- Arzani
Western United:
- Young;
- Topor-Stanley, Imai, Lacroix, Risdon;
- Diamanti, Kilkenny;
- Wales, Pain, Pierias;
- Botic
Team News
- Along with Ulises Davila and Craig Noone, attacking assets Daniel Arzani and Al Hassan Toure may be reinstated into the Macarthur starting XI following the defeat against Adelaide United.
- However, as a result of midfielder Jake Hollman’s dismissal from the Bulls on Friday, they will be without him.
- At Campbelltown Stadium, fellow midfielder Charles M’Mombwa may take Hollman’s place in the starting lineup if he is suspended.
- Dwight Yorke, the manager of Macarthur FC, is unconcerned about his fitness ahead of this game due to the availability of a completely healthy group for selection.
- John Aloisi, manager of Western United, doesn’t have any concerns about his players’ fitness going into this game because his team is completely injury-free.
Betting Tips
If you look at the most recent betting odds for this match in the WDW market, you can wager 2.55 on Macarthur FC winning, 3.46 on the game ending all-square, and 2.7 on Western United winning. They are the best returns that can currently be obtained.
Result: Macarthur Game to have more than 2.5 goals: Yes, Western United to score: Yes, Macarthur to score first: Yes,
Where to watch
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