Western United vs Wellington Phoenix - A-League Men
Fixture Preview - 8 March 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
Western United will host Wellington Phoenix at Simonds Stadium on Saturday, 8 March, in a clash that sees contrasting form lines. Western United comes into the match on a high, having won three of their last five games, while Wellington Phoenix is struggling, with five consecutive losses. This disparity in form could play a crucial role in the outcome of the match, as Western United looks to solidify their position in the A-League Men standings. Historically, Western United has had the upper hand in their encounters with Wellington, winning five of the last ten meetings. The odds reflect this trend, with Western United priced at 1.44 for a victory. Additionally, the likelihood of both teams scoring (BTTS) stands at 1.66, which may be worth considering given that five of their last ten matchups have seen both teams find the net. With Western United's current momentum and home advantage, they will be keen to exploit Wellington's defensive vulnerabilities and secure a vital three points.
Prediction Strength
Full Time Result
Over/Under 2.5
Both Teams to Score
Mini League Table
View full table →| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Auckland | 26 | 15 | 8 | 3 | 53 |
| 2 |  Melbourne City | 26 | 14 | 6 | 6 | 48 |
| 3 |  Western United | 26 | 14 | 5 | 7 | 47 |
| 4 |  Western Sydney Wanderers | 26 | 13 | 7 | 6 | 46 |
| 5 |  Melbourne Victory | 26 | 12 | 7 | 7 | 43 |
| 6 |  Adelaide United | 26 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 38 |
| 7 |  Sydney | 26 | 10 | 7 | 9 | 37 |
| 8 |  Macarthur | 26 | 9 | 6 | 11 | 33 |
| 9 |  Newcastle Jets | 26 | 8 | 6 | 12 | 30 |
| 10 |  Central Coast Mariners | 26 | 5 | 11 | 10 | 26 |
| 11 |  Wellington Phoenix | 26 | 6 | 6 | 14 | 24 |
| 12 |  Brisbane Roar | 26 | 5 | 6 | 15 | 21 |
| 13 |  Perth Glory | 26 | 4 | 5 | 17 | 17 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| March 8, 2025 | Western United | 4–1 | Wellington Phoenix | A-League Men |
| October 20, 2024 | Wellington Phoenix | 1–1 | Western United | A-League Men |
| February 10, 2024 | Wellington Phoenix | 2–0 | Western United | A-League Men |
| December 2, 2023 | Western United | 0–1 | Wellington Phoenix | A-League Men |
| February 17, 2023 | Western United | 0–3 | Wellington Phoenix | A-League Men |
| November 13, 2022 | Wellington Phoenix | 2–3 | Western United | A-League Men |
| May 14, 2022 | Western United | 1–0 | Wellington Phoenix | A-League Men |
| April 9, 2022 | Western United | 1–4 | Wellington Phoenix | A-League Men |
| January 21, 2022 | Wellington Phoenix | 2–1 | Western United | A-League Men |
| May 22, 2021 | Wellington Phoenix | 3–0 | Western United | A-League Men |