Sydney FC vs Auckland Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 27 Dec 2025
A-League Betting Preview: Sydney FC vs Auckland
It's a top-of-the-table clash as second-placed Sydney FC take on A-League leaders Auckland at Allianz Stadium, with kick-off set for 01:00 on Saturday 27 December.
After weighing everything up, the price of +104 for Under 2.5 Goals looks to be the sensible wager. Neither Sydney or Auckland might be prolific and this Total Goals pick provides lots of value.
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Sydney FC have won three A-League home games on the spin. On the road at McDonald Jones Stadium in their last game, they were beaten 2-0 by Newcastle Jets. The Sky Blues recorded five shots on target and had 46% possession.
Auckland won their previous game 2-0. This away win at CommBank Stadium against Western Sydney was their third A-League victory on the bounce. The New Zealand side had four shots on goal and recorded 61% possession, while Sam Cosgrove and Lachlan Brook were on the scoresheet.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Auckland have gone unbeaten in three games against Sydney, with the last encounter ending in a penalty shootout Australia Cup win (1-1 AET). The past 3 H2H matches have involved two draws and one Auckland win.
| A-League | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Auckland |
9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 14 | 7 | 7 | 14:7 | 20 |
| 2 |  Sydney FC |
9 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 15 | 7 | 8 | 15:7 | 18 |
6 wins and 4 losses, averaging 1.6 goals from 11.6 attempts and 5.2 shots on goal. Sydney have had 51.7% possession and 4.4 corners per match. On average, the opposition have scored 1.2 goals from 9.9 attempts and 4.6 shots on goal, while earning 5.1 corners.
Top scorers are Alhassan Toure and Joe Lolley on 4 goals, while Victor Campuzano has racked up 2. Tiago Quintal is the top assists maker with 3.
Auckland have 6 victories, 2 defeats and 2 draws, averaging 9.9 attempts, 5.0 shots on goal and 1.4 goals. The Black Knights average 50.6% possession, 4.7 corners in their favour and 4.6 corners against, while 0.9 goals have been conceded from 2.8 shots on goal and 6.6 attempts.
Sam Cosgrove is top of the team’s scoring charts with 5, Lachlan Brook has 3, with Jesse Randall and Louis Verstraete both on 2. Jesse Randall has had 3 assists in the previous 10 games.
Sydney FC vs Auckland Prediction & Betting Tips
This Sydney FC vs Auckland betting guide features sharp analysis across major markets, including a match prediction, correct score bet, valuable player prop picks and a strategic bet builder.
Match Prediction
We can’t resist the opportunity to back Under 2.5 for this A-League encounter. This wager gives us the opportunity to land odds of +104 and we feel confident of securing a return.
Having the inside track for injuries and accessing the form guide are important before coming up with football predictions. It’s also key to identify the key numbers and that is why our A-League experts sometimes take a data-led approach.
Key Sydney FC vs Auckland league stats:
When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 49% chance of winning. Our tipsters think there’s a stronger chance of success and calculate the probability to be 55-60%. This wager can therefore be backed with confidence.
Those wanting bigger odds for their Under 2.5 Goals bet can have this selection as part of a Result & Total Goals pick. This involves predicting which team will come out on top.
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Correct Score Prediction
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Auckland
Let’s go for the game to end in a 1-1 scoreline, a wager which is available at +440. Correct score betting provides plenty of excitement and a potentially bigger return if you win.
Player Prop Picks
Sam Cosgrove (Auckland) has found the net in three straight A-League away games. We’ll throw a dart at +195 for this Anytime Goalscorer wager as the betting odds look pretty attractive.
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Bet Builder Tips
We’ve compiled a same-game multi that includes two or less goals, a draw on the Full-Time Result merged with Sam Cosgrove (Auckland) to score.
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Sydney FC vs Auckland Odds
The odds are updated on a frequent basis. You might therefore find that they are different to the ones listed for the above betting predictions.
The latest Full-Time Result betting odds are available for this A-League encounter and you can get +138 that Sydney FC win and +175 that Auckland triumph. Those wanting to back the draw can get +245.
Sydney are available at odds of +102 on the Asian Handicap -0.25. With this bet, you need them to simply beat Auckland to win, although a draw would see half your stake returned.
The Over 2.5 option is currently favourite on the Total Goals betting market. BTTS Yes is on offer at -182 for anyone who wants to side with Both Teams to Score.
Hundreds of markets are made available when it comes to A-League games, with the best football betting sites leaving no stone unturned in terms of available options.
The First Goalscorer favourite is Joe Lolley at +330, with similar odds available for this player to register the last goal.
Sydney have avoided defeat in their last three matches at Allianz Stadium. The Sky Blues have clocked up five wins, three draws and two defeats in the past 10 home games, recording an average of 2.70 goals per match and conceding 1.70.
Auckland have clocked up three straight away wins. The New Zealand side have six wins, three draws and one loss in the last 10 away games, scoring an average of 1.60 goals per match and conceding 0.90.
Auckland beat Sydney on penalties (1-1 AET) when the teams last met at Allianz Stadium.
| Last 10 League Games | W-D-L | G | GF | GA | O2.5 | U2.5 | B-Y | B-No | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney FC Home Stats |
5-3-2 | 4.40 | 2.70 | 1.70 | 8 | 2 | 8 | 2 | |
| Auckland Away Stats |
6-3-1 | 2.50 | 1.60 | 0.90 | 4 | 6 | 5 | 5 | |
- 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
Sydney FC League Stats
Auckland League Stats
- 6 wins and 4 defeats in the previous 10 matches
- 5 wins, 2 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 6 wins, 2 defeats and 2 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 6 wins, 1 defeat and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 1.60 goals scored and 1.20 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.50 goals scored and 1.60 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 2.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 4.10 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 4 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.40 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.60 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.30 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.50 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 5 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 4 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 4.40 corners awarded and 5.10 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.90 corners awarded and 4.80 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 9.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.70 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 2 and least corners in 7 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 7 and least corners in 3 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 4.70 corners awarded and 4.60 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 2.80 corners awarded and 5.90 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 9.30 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.70 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 5 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 51.70% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 56.60% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 5 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 9 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 50.60% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 47.90% possession in the last 10 away matches
- Most possession in 6 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 4 of the last 10 away matches
- Top Scorers for Sydney FC this season are Alhassan Toure (4), Joe Lolley (4), Patrick Wood (2)
- Top Assistors for Sydney FC this season are Tiago Quintal (3), Joe Lolley (2), Piero Quispe (2)
Sydney FC vs Auckland Lineups & Team News
Stay informed and review the Sydney vs Auckland team news before placing your bets. We’ll update you with predicted and confirmed A-League lineups plus current injury reports.
Previous Sydney FC Lineups
Previous Auckland Lineups
Sydney FC Player Stats & Squad
Manager: Ufuk Talay
Auckland Player Stats & Squad
A-League Table| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Auckland | 9 | 6 | 2 | 1 | 14:7 | 20 |
| 2 | Sydney FC | 9 | 6 | 0 | 3 | 15:7 | 18 |
| 3 | Brisbane Roar | 9 | 4 | 3 | 2 | 9:5 | 15 |
| 4 | Melb City | 9 | 3 | 4 | 2 | 10:7 | 13 |
| 5 | Adelaide United | 9 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 13:11 | 12 |
| 6 | Newcastle Jets | 9 | 4 | 0 | 5 | 16:17 | 12 |
| 7 | Macarthur | 9 | 3 | 3 | 3 | 7:9 | 12 |
| 8 | Wellington | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 13:15 | 11 |
| 9 | Melb Victory | 9 | 3 | 2 | 4 | 7:12 | 11 |
| 10 | Perth Glory | 9 | 3 | 1 | 5 | 7:12 | 10 |
| 11 | Western Sydney | 9 | 2 | 3 | 4 | 6:10 | 9 |
| 12 | Central Coast | 9 | 2 | 2 | 5 | 10:15 | 8 |
| # | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Brisbane Roar | 4 | 3 | 1 | 0 | 5:0 | 10 |
| 2 | Auckland | 5 | 3 | 1 | 1 | 8:5 | 10 |
| 3 | Sydney FC | 3 | 3 | 0 | 0 | 7:0 | 9 |
| 4 | Adelaide United | 4 | 3 | 0 | 1 | 8:3 | 9 |
| 5 | Wellington | 6 | 3 | 0 | 3 | 9:9 | 9 |
| 6 | Macarthur | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 5:5 | 8 |
| 7 | Western Sydney | 5 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 5:5 | 8 |
| 8 | Newcastle Jets | 5 | 2 | 0 | 3 | 9:9 | 6 |
| 9 | Central Coast | 5 | 1 | 2 | 2 | 6:7 | 5 |
| 10 | Melb City | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 5:2 | 4 |
| 11 | Melb Victory | 3 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 2:3 | 4 |
| 12 | Perth Glory | 6 | 1 | 1 | 4 | 3:7 | 4 |
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