Adelaide United vs Melbourne City Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 07 Feb 2025
There’s a Case for Backing United to Win
Adelaide look like a standout bet when it comes to the Full-Time Result market. There are odds of -100 that the home team overcome Melbourne City and we’re confident that this is a value play.
1-0 Triumph for City in Last H2H
Adelaide United were defeated on the road in their last game. Sydney FC won 4-1 at Allianz Stadium. Carl Veart's men recorded 46% possession and had seven shots on target, with Dylan Pierias being the goalscorer.
Melbourne City have been defeated in back-to-back games. Away from home, they recently suffered a 1-0 loss against Macarthur at Campbelltown Stadium. The Cranbourne East club dominated possession with 65% of the ball and racked up four shots on goal.
Head-to-Head Statistics
It was City who were victorious when they last faced Adelaide. At AAMI Park, a 1-0 home triumph was recorded. In the previous 10 H2H games, there have been four draws and three wins apiece.
A-League | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
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2 | ![]() |
26 | 14 | 6 | 6 | 41 | 25 | 16 | 41:25 | 48 |
6 | ![]() |
26 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 53 | 55 | -2 | 53:55 | 38 |
United have 5 wins, 2 losses and 3 draws, averaging 2.2 goals from 5.2 shots on goal and 12.1 attempts. The Reds have averaged 51.5% possession and 6.1 corners per match, conceding 1.8 goals and 5.2 corners from 4.8 shots on goal and 12.6 attempts.
Archie Goodwin is the top goalscorer with 6, Stefan Mauk has 4, with Ethan Alagich and two other players on 2. Zach Clough has made the most assists with 5.
Melbourne City – Last 10 League GamesCity have won 4, lost 3 and drawn 3, averaging 10.5 attempts, 4.5 shots on goal and 1.3 goals. Aurelio Vidmar's team average 54.3% possession, 4.4 corners awarded and 3.3 corners against them, while 1.1 goals have been conceded from 4.2 shots on goal and 8.1 attempts.
Yonatan Cohen is top scorer on 3, with Benjamin Mazzeo and Harry Politidis next on 2. Andreas Kuen has been the top assist maker with 4 in the last 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Adelaide United confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Ethan Cox (GK), Dylan Pierias, Bart Vriends, Isaias, Ryan Kitto, Jay Barnett, Ethan Alagich, Zach Clough, Stefan Mauk, Ben Folami, Archie Goodwin.
Melbourne City confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Patrick Beach (GK), Callum Talbot, German Ferreyra, Samuel Souprayen, Aziz Behich, Benjamin Mazzeo, Matthew Leckie, Steven Peter Ugarkovic, Harry Politidis, Max Caputo, Lawrence Wong.
Adelaide United vs Melbourne City Prediction & Betting Tips
We’re keeping things simple with our standout bet considering that Adelaide are currently priced at -100. We think they can secure a victory in this A-League match and the hosts looks a value play.
Getting the lowdown on injuries and studying the form guide are important duties ahead of making football picks. We also place great emphasis on the stats and a data-led approach can be effective.
Key Adelaide United vs Melbourne City league stats:
United to Win Probability
According to the latest odds, our pick has a 50% chance of winning. In the opinion of our tipsters, there’s actually a probability of success between 55-60%. The bet can be recommended for this precise reason.
There are ways to squeeze more juice from backing United. The Result & Both Teams to Score and Double Result markets are great alternatives and the same applies to Asian Handicap.

Correct Score Prediction
Adelaide are available to back at +650 to secure a 2-1 victory. This is a risky but potentially more rewarding bet, with this correct score option providing appeal.
Corners Prediction
The past 10 Melbourne City away matches have involved them having an average of 5.80 corners, with Adelaide conceding over 4.5 corners in their last three games. We’re anticipating that there will be plenty of Melbourne City corners and that the Team Corners line will be covered, with odds of -120 on offer.






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Adelaide United vs Melbourne City Odds
Bookies favourites Adelaide United are regarded as the likeliest winners for this A-League game and the -100 about them triumphing means a 50% chance of winning based on their current betting odds. Melbourne City are trading at a bigger price than their opponents and they can be backed at +230.
A high-scoring match is a possibility and that is reflected in the Over 2.5 Goals odds.
If you fancy Adelaide United but want money back if this A-League match is a draw, then you can get -200. You can bet on Melbourne City at +150 on the Draw No Bet market.







- A-League: 25/01 2024 Melbourne City 1 Adelaide 0
- A-League: 29/10 2023 Adelaide 6 Melbourne City 0
- A-League: 03/03 2023 Adelaide 4 Melbourne City 2
- A-League: 29/01 2023 Melbourne City 3 Adelaide 3
- A-League: 22/05 2022 Melbourne City 2 Adelaide 1
- A-League: 18/05 2022 Adelaide 0 Melbourne City 0
- A-League: 15/02 2022 Melbourne City 1 Adelaide 2
- A-League: 15/01 2022 Adelaide 2 Melbourne City 2
- A-League: 27/11 2021 Adelaide 2 Melbourne City 2
- A-League: 13/05 2021 Melbourne City 4 Adelaide 1


- 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 3 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 4 wins, 3 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.20 goals scored and 1.80 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.10 goals scored and 1.90 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 4.00 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 4.00 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 10 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 9 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 9 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.30 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.80 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.40 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 3 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 6.10 corners awarded and 5.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 6.20 corners awarded and 5.10 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 11.30 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 11.30 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.40 corners awarded and 3.30 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.80 corners awarded and 4.50 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 7.70 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.30 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 51.50% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 52.20% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 54.30% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 55.60% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Adelaide United this season are Archie Goodwin (7), Stefan Mauk (5), Luka Jovanovic (4)
- Top Assistors for Adelaide United this season are Zach Clough (6), Dylan Pierias (3), Ben Folami (2)
Adelaide United vs Melbourne City Lineups & Team News
It’s great to get the latest lineups for the match, with injuries being flagged up thanks to our up-to-date Adelaide vs City team news.
The A-League squads highlight the star players operating for every team in the division.
Adelaide United Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Melbourne City Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Adelaide United Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Melbourne City Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Adelaide United Substitutes
- 19Yaya Dukuly
- 27Joshua Cavallo
- 42Austin Ayoubi
- 44Ryan White
- 58Harry Crawford
- 60Oscar Page
- 74Amlani Tatu
Melbourne City Substitutes
- 13Nathaniel Atkinson
- 19Zane Schreiber
- 23Marco Tilio
- 39Emin Durakovic
- 40James Nieuwenhuizen
- 47Kavian Rahmani
- 50Michael Ghossaini
Previous Adelaide United Lineups
Previous Melbourne City Lineups
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Auckland | 26 | 15 | 8 | 3 | 49:27 | 53 |
2 | Melb City | 26 | 14 | 6 | 6 | 41:25 | 48 |
3 | Western United | 26 | 14 | 5 | 7 | 55:37 | 47 |
4 | Western Sydney | 26 | 13 | 7 | 6 | 58:40 | 46 |
5 | Melb Victory | 26 | 12 | 7 | 7 | 44:36 | 43 |
6 | Adelaide United | 26 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 53:55 | 38 |
7 | Sydney FC | 26 | 10 | 7 | 9 | 53:46 | 37 |
8 | Macarthur | 26 | 9 | 6 | 11 | 50:45 | 33 |
9 | Newcastle Jets | 26 | 8 | 6 | 12 | 43:44 | 30 |
10 | Central Coast | 26 | 5 | 11 | 10 | 29:51 | 26 |
11 | Wellington | 26 | 6 | 6 | 14 | 27:43 | 24 |
12 | Brisbane Roar | 26 | 5 | 6 | 15 | 32:51 | 21 |
13 | Perth Glory | 26 | 4 | 5 | 17 | 22:56 | 17 |
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
1 | Auckland | 13 | 8 | 4 | 1 | 26:14 | 28 |
2 | Melb City | 13 | 8 | 2 | 3 | 20:11 | 26 |
3 | Melb Victory | 13 | 7 | 4 | 2 | 26:16 | 25 |
4 | Western United | 13 | 7 | 3 | 3 | 23:14 | 24 |
5 | Sydney FC | 13 | 6 | 3 | 4 | 36:25 | 21 |
6 | Western Sydney | 13 | 6 | 2 | 5 | 31:23 | 20 |
7 | Adelaide United | 13 | 4 | 5 | 4 | 27:27 | 17 |
8 | Newcastle Jets | 13 | 3 | 3 | 7 | 22:22 | 12 |
9 | Wellington | 13 | 2 | 5 | 6 | 11:17 | 11 |
10 | Central Coast | 13 | 2 | 5 | 6 | 13:27 | 11 |
11 | Macarthur | 13 | 2 | 4 | 7 | 22:25 | 10 |
12 | Brisbane Roar | 13 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 12:26 | 8 |
13 | Perth Glory | 13 | 2 | 2 | 9 | 11:29 | 8 |

















