Our Central Coast Mariners vs Brisbane Roar Prediction: 1-3
Central Coast Mariners vs Brisbane Roar in the Australia A-League is scheduled for an 10:35 GMT kick-off on Friday May 2, 2025. Our forecast points to a 1-3 away win, but considering both sides' recent goal-scoring trends, over 2.5 goals is also a smart choice.
Our prediction is supported by key performance data, betting odds and match insights — everything you need is right below to make smarter bets.
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Recent Form Insights
Central Coast Mariners's Last Match – Central Coast Mariners vs Macarthur FC
Central Coast Mariners will aim to turn their fortunes around after a 2-2 Australia A-League draw with Macarthur FC on April 20. In that match, Central Coast Mariners recorded 37% possession, attempting 11 shots on goal, with 7 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Central Coast Mariners | 37% | 11 (7) | 0.75 | 32 |
 Macarthur FC | 63% | 11 (7) | 1.39 | 68 |
Brisbane Roar's Last Match – Brisbane Roar vs Wellington Phoenix
Brisbane Roar will want to continue their winning form after a 1-0 Australia A-League victory over Wellington Phoenix, knowing this is a must-win match for their campaign. In that match, Brisbane Roar controlled 56% of possession and managed 19 shots on goal, with 9 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
 Brisbane Roar | 56% | 19 (9) | 1.86 | 62 |
 Wellington Phoenix | 44% | 4 (2) | 0.43 | 20 |
Central Coast Mariners vs Brisbane Roar Stats
Key Stats
| Central Coast Mariners | Brisbane Roar | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.7 | Attacking Strength | 1.16 |
| 1.62 | Defence Strength | 1.16 |
| 0.5 | Points Per Game | 1.2 |
| 1/10 | WIN | 3/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 3/10 |
| 0/10 | Clean Sheets | 1/10 |
| 5/10 | BTTS | 8/10 |
| 8/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 5/10 |
| 0.9 | Average Scored | 1.3 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Central Coast Mariners are averaging 0.9 goals scored and 2.6 conceded per match, while Brisbane Roar average 1.3 scored and 1.8 conceded per game.
Central Coast Mariners 9-26
Brisbane Roar 13-18
What are the odds for this match?
Central Coast Mariners to win: @2.75
Draw: @3.75
Brisbane Roar to win: @2.3
Lineups
Central Coast Mariners (4-4-2) : Dylan Peraic-Cullen, Diesel Herrington, Brian Kaltak, Nathan Paull, Lucas Mauragis, Antonio Mikael Rodrigues Brito, Alfie John McCalmont, Haine Eames, Arthur De Lima, Alou Kuol, Bailey Brandtman
Brisbane Roar (4-2-3-1) : Matt Acton, Jack Hingert, Lucas Herrington, Hosine Bility, Antonee Burke-Gilroy, Samuel Klein, Jay O'Shea, Keegan Jelacic, Florin Berenguer, Henry Hore, Asumah Abubakar
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