Western United vs Adelaide United - A-League Men
Fixture Preview - 9 May 2025
Match Context & Stakes
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Match Preview
Western United will host Adelaide United at GMHBA Stadium in Geelong on Friday, 9 May, with both teams looking to solidify their positions in the A-League Men standings. Western United enters the match in strong form, having won three of their last five games, while Adelaide has struggled, managing just one win in their last five outings. The home side's recent performances suggest a solid attacking rhythm, which could exploit Adelaide's defensive vulnerabilities. Historically, this fixture has been competitive, with Western United winning five of the last ten encounters, while Adelaide has claimed four victories. Notably, the last nine meetings have featured over 2.5 goals, indicating a propensity for high-scoring affairs. Given the odds of 1.45 for over 2.5 goals and 1.44 for both teams to score, there is a strong likelihood of an entertaining match. With Western United's current momentum and Adelaide's need for points, expect an engaging contest that could see both sides finding the net.
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 |
Head to Head
| Date | Home | Score | Away | Competition |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| May 9, 2025 | Western United | 3–2 | Adelaide United | A-League Men |
| February 23, 2025 | Western United | 3–0 | Adelaide United | A-League Men |
| November 9, 2024 | Adelaide United | 2–1 | Western United | A-League Men |
| April 16, 2024 | Western United | 3–3 | Adelaide United | A-League Men |
| March 29, 2024 | Adelaide United | 4–1 | Western United | A-League Men |
| November 26, 2023 | Western United | 1–3 | Adelaide United | A-League Men |
| April 16, 2023 | Adelaide United | 0–1 | Western United | A-League Men |
| February 11, 2023 | Western United | 2–3 | Adelaide United | A-League Men |
| November 6, 2022 | Western United | 2–4 | Adelaide United | A-League Men |
| May 8, 2022 | Adelaide United | 2–1 | Western United | A-League Men |