Auckland vs Wellington Phoenix Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 05 Dec 2025
A-League Betting Preview: Auckland vs Wellington Phoenix
Auckland clash with Wellington Phoenix at Go Media Stadium, with kick-off set for 23:00 on Friday 5 December.
Wellington +1 can run Auckland close and we’ll collect a return at Asian Handicap odds of -112 if the away team can win or draw the game. There’s the insurance of stake returned if a one-goal defeat is suffered.
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Auckland lost when last in action. In a home game at Go Media Stadium, they were turned over 2-1 by Newcastle Jets. Steve Corica's team had 52% possession and two shots on target, while Louis Verstraete was the goalscorer.
Wellington Phoenix won their previous game which was at home. It was a 2-1 victory against Adelaide United at Sky Stadium. The Nix had the lion’s share of the ball boasting 61% possession and nine shots on goal, with Alex Rufer and Ramy Najjarine both on target.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Auckland won the most recent encounter between these teams. A 2-1 away victory was recorded against Wellington at Sky Stadium. In the past 4 games between these teams, Auckland have won all of them.
| A-League | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 3 |  Auckland |
15 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 22 | 17 | 5 | 22:17 | 25 |
| 10 |  Wellington |
15 | 5 | 4 | 6 | 24 | 28 | -4 | 24:28 | 19 |
5 wins, 3 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.1 goals from 10.8 attempts and 4.2 shots on goal. Auckland have had 49.9% possession and 5.3 corners per match. On average, they have conceded 1.1 goals from 6.8 attempts and 2.8 shots on goal, while their opponents have earned 4.7 corners.
Top scorer is Sam Cosgrove on 3 goals, while Louis Verstraete and Jesse Randall have both racked up 2. Jesse Randall and Francis De Vries are the leading assists makers with 2.
Wellington have 2 victories, 6 defeats and 2 draws, with an average of 1.2 goals from 8.7 attempts and 3.6 shots on goal. Giancarlo Italiano's side average 55.3% possession, 5.1 corners awarded and 5.2 corners against them, while conceding 1.7 goals from 10.5 attempts and 5.5 shots on goal.
Ifeanyi Eze got 3 goals, Carlo Armiento notched 2, while Alex Rufer and two other players scored 1. Look no further than Tim Payne for the top assist maker (3) in the last 10 games.
Confirmed Lineups
Auckland confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Michael Woud (GK), Callan Elliot, Daniel Hall, Jake Girdwood-Reich, Francis De Vries, Jake Brimmer, Louis Verstraete, Logan Rogerson, Lachlan Brook, Jesse Randall, Sam Cosgrove.
Wellington Phoenix confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Josh Oluwayemi (GK), Matthew Sheridan, Isaac Robert Hughes, Manjrekar James, Dan Edwards, Alex Rufer, Kazuki Nagasawa, Lukas Kelly-Heald, Ramy Najjarine, Ifeanyi Eze, Carlo Armiento.
Auckland vs Wellington Phoenix Prediction & Betting Tips
We’ve lined up expert Auckland vs Wellington Phoenix betting tips, from our match prediction and correct score call to corners betting insight, best player prop picks and bet builder advice. Read on for the full breakdown.
Match Prediction
We’re siding with Wellington on the Asian Handicap +1 and expect them to win or draw this A-League clash. We think there’s a tremendous amount of value when it comes to odds of -112.
We take note of any injuries or suspensions affecting each side before going ahead with our football predictions. The A-League form guide and stats also help the team at Sportsgambler.com crunch the numbers ahead of the action.
Key Auckland vs Wellington Phoenix league stats:
Based on the odds from the best betting apps, our pick carries a 52.9% chance of winning. Our tipsters think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be closer to 60%. It’s the reason why we are recommending this bet.
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Correct Score Prediction
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One bet that has caught our eye is a 1-1 correct score draw. This selection is available at +500 meaning that a winning selection will yield a nice return.
Player Prop Picks
Logan Rogerson (Auckland) has registered three goals in his past eight A-League matches on home soil. The odds that he will be an Anytime Goalscorer look attractive considering the numbers and we’ll plump for him to find the net at odds of +175.
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Corners Prediction
The 3.5 corners line has been covered by Wellington in five straight matches, while the previous 5 Auckland games have seen them concede an average of 5.80 corners. Wellington should be capable of covering the line when it comes to Team Corners and odds of +105 are on offer.
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Bet Builder Tips
There’s everything to like about this bet builder including Wellington on the Asian Handicap at +1, no more than two goals to be scored merged with Wellington to finish with over 3.5 corners.
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Auckland vs Wellington Phoenix Odds
The odds and lines below are updated regularly and may differ from the prices shown in our picks, which are captured at the time of publication.
With the bookies giving them a 65% probability of winning, Auckland might be a popular acca pick. Their current betting odds are -189 when it comes to triumphing in this A-League clash. Wellington Phoenix are operating at larger odds than the opposition and the underdogs can be wagered at +475.
For those wanting an alternative, Auckland are +104 on the Half-Time Result market. This means they need to lead at the break, with Wellington being priced up at +410 and the draw is +143.
Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest odds and that means three goals or more are anticipated. Both Teams to Score is a two-way market and, in terms of price, there’s not much to split Yes and No.
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Sam Cosgrove is the First Goalscorer favourite at +310. Alternatively, there’s the opportunity to simply back him to find the net anytime at +130.
Auckland have recorded four victories, four draws and two defeats in the previous 10 home matches, netting an average of 1.90 goals per game and conceding 1.40.
Wellington are winless over their previous four games on their travels. The Nix have managed five losses, three draws and two victories in the last 10 away matches, recording an average of 1.20 goals per game and conceding 2.10.
Auckland enjoyed a 6-1 winning scoreline when last meeting Wellington at Go Media Stadium.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Auckland Home Stats |
4-4-2 | 3.30 | 1.90 | 1.40 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 3 | |
| Wellington Phoenix Away Stats |
2-3-5 | 3.30 | 1.20 | 2.10 | 6 | 4 | 8 | 2 | |
- W-D-L = Wins-Draws-Losses
- G = Avg. Goals
- GF = Avg. Goals For
- GA = Avg. Goals Against
- O2.5 = Matches Over 2.5 Goals
- U2.5 = Matches Under 2.5 Goals
- B-Y = Matches BTTS Yes
- B-No = Matches BTTS No
Auckland League Stats
Wellington Phoenix League Stats
- 5 wins, 3 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 4 wins, 2 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 2 wins, 6 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 2 wins, 5 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.10 goals scored and 1.10 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.90 goals scored and 1.40 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.20 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.30 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 1.70 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.20 goals scored and 2.10 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.90 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.30 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 5.30 corners awarded and 4.70 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.90 corners awarded and 3.90 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 10.00 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.80 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 5.10 corners awarded and 5.20 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 3.10 corners awarded and 6.50 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 10.30 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 9.60 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 4 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 8 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 49.90% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 49.80% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 55.30% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 45.60% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Auckland this season are Sam Cosgrove (3), Louis Verstraete (2), Jesse Randall (1)
- Top Assistors for Auckland this season are Jesse Randall (2), Francis De Vries (1), Louis Verstraete (1)
Auckland vs Wellington Phoenix Lineups & Team News
The Auckland vs Wellington team news could change everything — review it before betting. Get the predicted and confirmed A-League lineups plus the latest injury updates from us.
Auckland Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Wellington Phoenix Confirmed Lineup 3-4-3
Auckland Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Wellington Phoenix Confirmed Lineup 3-4-3
Auckland Substitutes
- 4Nando Pijnaker
- 7Cameron Howieson
- 8Luis Gallegos
- 10Guillermo May
- 11Marlee Francois
- 20Oliver Sail
- 35Jonty Bidois
Wellington Phoenix Substitutes
- 3Corban Piper
- 5Fin Conchie
- 24Tze-Xuan Loke
- 29Luke Brooke-Smith
- 37Anaru Cassidy
- 39Jayden Smith
- 40Eamonn McCarron
Previous Auckland Lineups
Previous Wellington Phoenix Lineups
Auckland Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Steve Corica
Wellington Phoenix Player Stats & Squad
A-League Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newcastle Jets | 15 | 9 | 0 | 6 | 34:26 | 27 |
| 2 | Sydney FC | 14 | 8 | 1 | 5 | 22:14 | 25 |
| 3 | Auckland | 15 | 7 | 4 | 4 | 22:17 | 25 |
| 4 | Macarthur | 16 | 6 | 6 | 4 | 22:21 | 24 |
| 5 | Adelaide United | 15 | 7 | 2 | 6 | 24:23 | 23 |
| 6 | Melb City | 16 | 5 | 6 | 5 | 18:20 | 21 |
| 7 | Brisbane Roar | 16 | 6 | 3 | 7 | 16:20 | 21 |
| 8 | Melb Victory | 14 | 6 | 2 | 6 | 20:18 | 20 |
| 9 | Perth Glory | 15 | 6 | 1 | 8 | 18:20 | 19 |
| 10 | Wellington | 15 | 5 | 4 | 6 | 24:28 | 19 |
| 11 | Western Sydney | 15 | 4 | 3 | 8 | 12:20 | 15 |
| 12 | Central Coast | 14 | 3 | 4 | 7 | 18:23 | 13 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Adelaide United | 8 | 5 | 1 | 2 | 14:11 | 16 |
| 2 | Melb Victory | 7 | 4 | 1 | 2 | 14:7 | 13 |
| 3 | Sydney FC | 5 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 11:3 | 12 |
| 4 | Newcastle Jets | 8 | 4 | 0 | 4 | 21:16 | 12 |
| 5 | Macarthur | 8 | 3 | 3 | 2 | 12:11 | 12 |
| 6 | Melb City | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 9:7 | 11 |
| 7 | Auckland | 7 | 3 | 2 | 2 | 11:10 | 11 |
| 8 | Wellington | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 13:13 | 11 |
| 9 | Western Sydney | 8 | 3 | 2 | 3 | 7:8 | 11 |
| 10 | Perth Glory | 9 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 9:10 | 10 |
| 11 | Brisbane Roar | 7 | 3 | 1 | 3 | 7:8 | 10 |
| 12 | Central Coast | 7 | 1 | 3 | 3 | 8:10 | 6 |
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