Australia A-League Prediction - Western United FC VS Adelaide United

Australia A-League - Western United FC VS Adelaide United
Match Time: 16-04-2024 17:00 Tuesday (GMT+8)
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Team Analysis
Western United, since the 2019-2020 season, began competing in the Australian A-League and achieved commendable results. Subsequently, in the 2021-2022 season, they even clinched the league title. However, their performance declined last season, where they finished the regular season with 9 wins, 5 draws, and 12 losses in 26 matches, securing 7th place in the league standings, failing to qualify for the championship playoffs. This season, Western United's performance has worsened further. In the recent 24 league matches, Western United managed only 6 wins, 4 draws, and 14 losses, placing them 11th on the points table.

Adelaide United has maintained relatively stable performance in recent years, consistently positioning themselves in the upper echelons of the league. Moreover, they have shown some ability to contend in the championship playoffs. In the previous season's 26-round regular season, Adelaide United secured 11 wins, 9 draws, and 6 losses, finishing 3rd and qualifying for the postseason. However, this season, Adelaide United's performance has been inconsistent, and their push for the top six in the league has been challenging. Currently, in 24 league matches, Adelaide United has 8 wins, 4 draws, and 12 losses, placing them 9th on the points table.

Odds Analysis
Looking at recent encounters, Adelaide United has emerged victorious in their last three away matches against Western United. Additionally, in the two meetings earlier this season, Adelaide United emerged victorious as well. Furthermore, Western United has already missed out on a spot in the championship playoffs this season. On the other hand, Adelaide United, with one fewer match played, trails 6th-placed Western Sydney Wanderers by 6 points. Therefore, Adelaide United must secure at least a draw or a win to maintain hope for a playoff berth, which is within their capabilities. However, the odds for this match suggest a draw, which may make Adelaide United more popular but could also hinder their chances of victory.

Pick: Western United FC