Our Auckland United FC vs Melbourne City Prediction: 0-0
Auckland United FC vs Melbourne City in the Australia A-League is scheduled for an 04:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday January 18, 2025. Our expert analysis predicts a correct score of 0-0 for the match between Auckland United FC and Melbourne City.
Our prediction is supported by key Auckland United FC vs Melbourne City stats, including attacking and defensive strength, recent form and historical results — all detailed below.
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Recent Form Insights
Auckland United FC's Last Match – Eastern Suburbs Auckland vs Auckland United FC
Auckland United FC will seek to keep their streak alive after a 2-1 New Zealand Northern League victory over Eastern Suburbs Auckland on August 31. In that match, Auckland United FC had 55% possession and 4 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Eastern Suburbs Auckland | 45% | 0 (5) | - | 32 |
Auckland United FC | 55% | 0 (4) | - | 29 |
Melbourne City's Last Match – Melbourne City vs Brisbane Roar
Melbourne City will hope to extend their good run following a 1-0 Australia A-League win against Brisbane Roar on January 11. In that match, Melbourne City recorded 47% possession, attempting 11 shots on goal, with 7 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Melbourne City | 47% | 11 (7) | 0.76 | 52 |
 Brisbane Roar | 53% | 4 (2) | 0.34 | 34 |
Auckland United FC vs Melbourne City Stats
Key Stats
| Auckland United FC | Melbourne City | |
|---|---|---|
| 0 | Attacking Strength | 1.2 |
| 0 | Defence Strength | 0.52 |
| 2 | Points Per Game | 2.1 |
| 6/10 | WIN | 6/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 2/10 | Clean Sheets | 5/10 |
| 7/10 | BTTS | 4/10 |
| 5/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 3/10 |
| 1.8 | Average Scored | 1.9 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Auckland United FC are averaging 1.8 goals scored and 1.4 conceded per match, while Melbourne City average 1.9 scored and 0.7 conceded per game.
Auckland United FC 18-14
Melbourne City 19-7
What are the odds for this match?
Auckland United FC to win: @2.3
Draw: @3.4
Melbourne City to win: @3
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