Match Preview
As the A-League Men clash between Newcastle Jets and Wellington Phoenix approaches, both teams find themselves in contrasting forms. The Jets have managed to secure just one victory in their last five matches (DLLWL), while the Phoenix are on a troubling streak of five consecutive losses (WLLLL). This mismatch in momentum could play a significant role in the outcome of the game, especially considering the Jets' home advantage at McDonald Jones Stadium, where they have historically performed well against Wellington.
In their last ten encounters, Newcastle has won five times at home, with eight of those matches seeing over 2.5 goals scored. This trend suggests a high-scoring affair could be on the cards, particularly given both teams' defensive vulnerabilities. With odds of 1.7 for a Newcastle win and 1.53 for both teams to score, punters might find value in backing the Jets to secure a win while also considering the likelihood of goals from both sides.