Central Coast Mariners vs Auckland Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 28 Dec 2024

Tight Game Looks Likely

We can’t pass up the chance to wager Under 2.5 when Central Coast clash with Auckland. The Total Goals market offers us the chance to take odds of -125 and we think a return is on the cards.

Both Teams Suffered Defeat in Previous Game

Central Coast Mariners played Macarthur on their travels in their last game. It was a 1-1 draw at Campbelltown Stadium. Mark Jackson's team had two shots on target and enjoyed 61% possession, with Haine Eames bagging the goal.

Auckland were defeated in their previous game, being beaten at home to Western United by a 4-0 scoreline at Go Media Stadium. The New Zealand outfit had the lion’s share of the ball enjoying 61% possession and six shots on goal.

A-League		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
1	Auckland	3	2	1	0	3	1	2	3:1	7
8	Central Coast	3	1	1	1	4	5	-1	4:5	4

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3 wins, 2 losses and 5 draws, averaging 0.9 goals from 3.1 shots on goal and 8.5 attempts. Coast have had 48.5% possession and 3.7 corners per game. On average, they have conceded 1.2 goals from 3.7 shots on goal and 8.6 attempts, while their opponents have been awarded 4.4 corners.

Top goalscorer Alou Kuol has found the net 2 times, with Haine Eames, Brian Kaltak, Sabit Ngor and Ryan Edmondson scoring 1 each. The top assist makers are Storm Roux, Mikael Doka and Harrison Steele, all of whom have 1 on the board.

Auckland have won 6, lost 1 and drawn 1, with an average of 1.5 goals from 3.6 shots on goal and 10.3 attempts. Steve Corica's men have averaged 48.5% possession, 5.1 corners taken and 4.6 corners against, while conceding 0.9 goals from 3.9 shots on goal and 7.5 attempts.

We’ve seen Guillermo May, Neyder Moreno, Nando Pijnaker and Jake Brimmer score 2 goals each. The top assistors in the last 8 games are Francis De Vries, Hiroki Sakai and Luis Gallegos who have all made 1.

Confirmed Lineups

Central Coast Mariners confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Dylan Peraic-Cullen (GK), Brian Kaltak, Trent Sainsbury, Nathan Paull, Storm Roux, Harrison Steele, Alfie McCalmont, Lucas Mauragis, Haine Eames, Alou Kuol, Mikael Doka.

Auckland confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Alex Paulsen (GK), Hiroki Sakai, Tommy Smith, Nando Pijnaker, Francis De Vries, Louis Verstraete, Luis Gallegos, Neyder Moreno, Jake Brimmer, Liam Gillion, Guillermo May.

Central Coast Mariners vs Auckland Prediction & Betting Tips

We’re not expecting the net to bulge too many times, with Under 2.5 Goals anticipated for this A-League encounter. This selection gives us generous betting odds of -125.

Our football experts study the form, while injuries and suspensions can also affect the potential outcome. Before coming up with a verdict, we combine this data with the latest stats.

Key Central Coast vs Auckland league stats:

• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 6 of the last 10 Central Coast games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 11 of the last 20 Central Coast games.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 2 of the last 3 Auckland games on the road.
• The 2.5 line hasn’t been covered in 5 of the last 8 Auckland games.

Under 2.5 Probability

When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 55.6% chance of winning. Our experts think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be 60-65%. That means we’re regarding it as a value bet.

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Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Central Coast 0 - 1 Auckland

We’re taking a correct score bet which involves Auckland to win 1-0. The odds of +650 make plenty of appeal and you should hopefully get some entertainment with this wager.

Central Coast Mariners vs Auckland Odds

The bookies have priced up the draw at +235, with Central Coast Mariners available to back at betting odds of +215. Auckland are +118 to win this A-League match.

If you’re betting on Total Goals, the market are finding it hard to split Unders and Overs.

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Full-Time Result

1

+215

X

+235

2

+118

Half-Time Result

1

+265

X

+117

2

+170

Double Chance

1X

-154

12

-333

X2

-294

Draw No Bet

1

+130

2

-167

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp +0.25

-116

2 Hcp -0.25

-112

Total Goals

Under 2.5

-125

Over 2.5

-109

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-137

No

-102

Central Coast Mariners vs Auckland Lineups & Team News

If you’re looking for Central Coast vs Auckland team news, then we have predicted and confirmed lineups available along with details of any injuries on both sides.

Getting the player information you need is easy thanks to the A-League squads.

Central Coast Mariners Team Page Auckland Team Page