Our Wellington Phoenix Reserves vs Miramar Rangers Prediction: 1-2
Wellington Phoenix Reserves vs Miramar Rangers in the New Zealand Central League is scheduled for an 03:00 GMT kick-off on Saturday April 18, 2026. A 1-2 result in favor of the away side is our top pick, yet with both teams creating chances, BTTS is a smart alternative bet.
This Wellington Phoenix Reserves vs Miramar Rangers prediction is backed by a deep dive into both teams' recent performances, key stats and head-to-head history — all of which you'll find detailed below to help you make an informed betting decision.
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Recent Form Insights
Wellington Phoenix Reserves's Last Match – Waterside Karori vs Wellington Phoenix Reserves
Determined to maintain their recent success, Wellington Phoenix Reserves must win following their 3-1 New Zealand Central League victory against Waterside Karori on April 11. In that match, Wellington Phoenix Reserves saw 58% of the ball and 4 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Waterside Karori | 42% | 0 (1) | - | 32 |
 Wellington Phoenix Reserves | 58% | 0 (4) | - | 39 |
Miramar Rangers's Last Match – Miramar Rangers vs Upper Hutt City
Miramar Rangers will aim to maintain their momentum following a 2-0 New Zealand Central League triumph against Upper Hutt City on April 11. In that match, Miramar Rangers had 67% possession and 7 shots on target.
| Team | Possession | Shots (on target) | xG | Dangerous Attacks |
|---|---|---|---|---|
Miramar Rangers | 67% | 0 (7) | - | 52 |
Upper Hutt City | 33% | 0 (1) | - | 27 |
Wellington Phoenix Reserves vs Miramar Rangers Stats
Key Stats
| Wellington Phoenix Reserves | Miramar Rangers | |
|---|---|---|
| 0.86 | Attacking Strength | 1.22 |
| 0.72 | Defence Strength | 0.54 |
| 1.4 | Points Per Game | 2.2 |
| 4/10 | WIN | 7/10 |
| 2/10 | DRAW | 1/10 |
| 3/10 | Clean Sheets | 3/10 |
| 5/10 | BTTS | 7/10 |
| 6/10 | Over 2.5 Goals | 7/10 |
| 1.8 | Average Scored | 2.3 |
Goals Scored vs Goals Conceded
Wellington Phoenix Reserves are averaging 1.8 goals scored and 1.6 conceded per match, while Miramar Rangers average 2.3 scored and 0.9 conceded per game.