A-League

Australia• Gosford
February 28, 25

Central Coast Mariners

1 - 3
Final

Western United

Prediction:
0 - 4or0 - 3
(43%)
23°Cbroken clouds
84% 2.67 m/s

Central Coast Mariners vs Western United Prediction | Expert AI Football Betting Tips & Match Analysis | February 28, 25

A compelling A-League clash sees Central Coast Mariners look to defend their home territory against a visiting Western United side.

Recent performances from Central Coast Mariners have been marked by stability, securing 4 draws and averaging 1.0 goals per game. Their defensive record of 1 clean sheets demonstrates their resilience.
Away specialists Western United have demonstrated their traveling credentials with 5 wins from 9 matches, maintaining an impressive average of 2.0 goals per game on their travels.

Previous meetings between these sides have been remarkably balanced, with 1 draws highlighting their competitive nature. Matches have averaged 3.3 goals, with both teams scoring in 1 encounters.

The evenly matched nature of these sides suggests a closely contested encounter where fine margins could prove decisive.

Team Performance Metrics

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Central Coast Mariners

Average Goals per Game
0.80
Average of 0.8 goals scored per match
Formation
4-4-2
Most commonly used formation
Defensive Efficiency
6.8
Defensive Efficiency rated 6.8/10
Offensive Efficiency
7.0
Offensive Efficiency rated 7/10
Overall Team Performance
6.8
Overall team performance rated 6.8/10
Avg Shots On Goal
2.6
Average shots on target per match
Goal Conversion Rate
60.0%
Shot-to-goal conversion rate
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Western United

Average Goals per Game
2.50
Average of 2.5 goals scored per match
Formation
4-4-2
Most commonly used formation
Defensive Efficiency
7.1
Defensive Efficiency rated 7.1/10
Offensive Efficiency
6.9
Offensive Efficiency rated 6.9/10
Overall Team Performance
7.0
Overall team performance rated 7/10
Avg Shots On Goal
6.6
Average shots on target per match
Goal Conversion Rate
32.5%
Shot-to-goal conversion rate

Recent Matches

Central Coast Mariners team flag

Central Coast Mariners

Newcastle Jets team flagNewcastle
6 - 0
Central C. M.Central Coast Mariners team flag
April 12, 25
Melbourne City team flagMelbourne
1 - 0
Central C. M.Central Coast Mariners team flag
April 5, 25
Central Coast Mariners team flagCentral C. M.
3 - 1
Perth GloryPerth Glory team flag
March 30, 25
Auckland team flagAuckland
2 - 2
Central C. M.Central Coast Mariners team flag
March 16, 25
Melbourne Victory team flagMelbourne
3 - 0
Central C. M.Central Coast Mariners team flag
March 8, 25
Western United team flag

Western United

Brisbane Roar team flagBrisbane Roar
2 - 1
Western Utd.Western United team flag
April 17, 25
Western Sydney Wanderers team flagWestern S. W.
2 - 0
Western Utd.Western United team flag
April 13, 25
Western United team flagWestern Utd.
3 - 1
Perth GloryPerth Glory team flag
April 5, 25
Newcastle Jets team flagNewcastle
2 - 6
Western Utd.Western United team flag
March 16, 25
Western United team flagWestern Utd.
4 - 1
WellingtonWellington Phoenix team flag
March 8, 25

Insights

60% win rate in last 5 matches
Scored 6 goals in a single match
+6 goal difference in last 5 matches
Averaging 2.8 goals per match

Head to Head

Western United team flagWestern United
2 - 2
Central Coast MarinersCentral Coast Mariners team flag
Jan 29, 2025
Western United team flagWestern United
0 - 2
Central Coast MarinersCentral Coast Mariners team flag
Apr 13, 2024
Central Coast Mariners team flagCentral Coast Mariners
4 - 0
Western UnitedWestern United team flag
Dec 8, 2023

Best Bets

Total - Away: Over 0.51.16
Goals Over/Under: Over 1.51.18
Double Chance: Draw/Away1.30
Total - Away: Over 1.51.75
Match Winner: Away2.04
Winner/Goals: Away/Over 1.52.25

Prediction Insight

0 - 4
or0 - 3
43%

With a balanced 42.5% probability rating, this prediction offers moderate value. Our analysis reveals mixed but generally positive indicators, including relevant historical patterns and current form metrics. Consider this a calculated opportunity that requires strategic stake management. Key performance indicators suggest potential upside, though market volatility should be factored into betting decisions.

Balanced Value Play
Confidence Level: Moderate
43%

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