Football Result

Verification of the Result Prediction

Power Comparison in the League

Team Formations

Estimated Goal Scoring Chance

Recent Matches before the game

H2H Record before the game

In a match of the Australian A-League Men, Western Sydney Wanderers defeated Macarthur FC 3-1 at Campbelltown Sports Stadium. Macarthur FC took an early lead through Marin Jakolis in the 4th minute, but Western Sydney responded swiftly with a goal from Bozhidar Kraev in the 21st minute. In the second half, Anthony Pantazopoulos (55') and Marcus Antonsson (73') sealed the victory for the Wanderers. The game saw both teams commit an equal number of fouls (13), but Macarthur FC accumulated more yellow cards (4) than Western Sydney Wanderers (2). While Macarthur FC had slightly more possession (51.4%), Western Sydney Wanderers were more clinical in converting their chances, aligning with the AI prediction of a Western Sydney Wanderers win.
The pre-game AI correctly predicted a Western Sydney Wanderers victory, supported by their slightly higher team rate (0.507 compared to Macarthur's 0.453) and win probability (41.0% vs. 31.4%). Macarthur's recent form has been inconsistent, alternating between wins and draws, with a recent loss to Melbourne Victory. Western Sydney Wanderers, on the other hand, have shown resilience, winning one, losing one and drawing 3 in their last five games, displaying a tendency for tightly contested matches.
Analyzing head-to-head records, Western Sydney Wanderers have often had the upper hand against Macarthur FC, further reinforcing the accuracy of the AI prediction for this game. The Wanderers will face Melbourne Victory in their next game, a fixture where the AI expects a balanced contest. Analyzing Melbourne Victory last games and head-to-head games against Western Sydney Wanderers can verify whether there is an advantage for Wanderers. Macarthur FC will need to address their defensive vulnerabilities highlighted in this match and their recent loss to Melbourne Victory, while Western Sydney Wanderers look to maintain their solid form heading into their next A-League Men encounter.