Our Central Coast Mariners vs Western United FC Prediction: 1-3
Central Coast Mariners vs Western United FC in the Australia A-League is scheduled for an 08:35 GMT kick-off on Friday February 28, 2025. With both teams showing attacking intent, a 1-3 away victory is our primary pick, but over 2.5 goals stands out as another strong betting 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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Central Coast Mariners's Last Match – Central Coast Mariners vs Western Sydney Wanderers
Central Coast Mariners will aim to put their last result behind them following a 0-4 Australia A-League loss to Western Sydney Wanderers on February 22. In that match, Central Coast Mariners had 44% possession and 9 attempts at goal, with 3 on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Central Coast Mariners | 44% | 9 (3) | 1.32 | 33 |
Western Sydney Wanderers | 56% | 8 (6) | 2.74 | 38 |
Western United FC's Last Match – Western United FC vs Adelaide United
Western United FC will be eager to build on their previous performance after securing a 3-0 Australia A-League victory over Adelaide United on February 23. In that match, Western United FC controlled 41% of possession and managed 11 shots on goal, with 12 hitting the target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Western United FC | 41% | 11 (12) | 2.27 | 60 |
Adelaide United | 59% | 4 (1) | 0.39 | 35 |
Central Coast Mariners vs Western United FC Stats
Key Stats
| Central Coast Mariners | Western United FC | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.53 | Attacking Strength | 1.46 |
| 1.33 | Defence Strength | 0.99 |
| 1 | Points Per Game | 2 |
| 2/10 | WIN | 6/10 |
| 4/10 | DRAW | 2/10 |
| 1/10 | Clean Sheets | 3/10 |
| 7/10 | BTTS | 5/10 |
| 7/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 7/10 |
| 1.3 | Average Scored | 2.2 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Central Coast Mariners are averaging 1.3 goals scored and 1.9 conceded per match, while Western United FC average 2.2 scored and 1.4 conceded per game.
Central Coast Mariners 13-19
Western United FC 22-14
What are the odds for this match?
Central Coast Mariners to win: @3.6
Draw: @3.8
Western United FC to win: @1.95
Lineups
Central Coast Mariners (4-4-2) : Dylan Peraic-Cullen, Sasha Kuzevski, Brian Kaltak, Nathan Paull, Lucas Mauragis, Antonio Mikael Rodrigues Brito, Haine Eames, Harry Steele, Christian Theoharous, Alou Kuol, Miguel Di Pizio
Western United FC (4-4-2) : Matthew Sutton, Tate Russell, Tomoki Imai, Dylan Leonard, Charbel Awni Shamoon, Matthew Grimaldi, Rhys Bozinovski, Angus Thurgate, Abel Walatee, Noah Botic, Hiroshi Ibusuki