Wellington Phoenix vs Newcastle Jets Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 28 Dec 2024

Side With Jets and a Goals Start

We’re feeling confident when it comes to Newcastle on the Asian Handicap with a +0.5 goal handicap. The visitors can either land a win or draw against Wellington, with this wager looking like a value play at +105.

Teams Drew 1-1 in Last H2H Encounter

Wellington Phoenix have been defeated in their last three games. On the road, they recently suffered a 4-1 loss against Western Sydney at CommBank Stadium. The Nix enjoyed just 38% possession and had three shots on target, while Hideki Ishige was the goalscorer.

Newcastle Jets won their previous game 4-0. This was an away victory at HBF Park against Perth Glory. The New South Wales team racked up six shots on goal and enjoyed 65% possession, with Ben Gibson on the scoresheet twice, while Thomas Aquilina and Lachlan Bayliss were both able to net.

Head-to-Head Statistics

McDonald Jones Stadium hosted the last head-to-head when home side Newcastle drew 1-1 with Wellington. In the previous 10 H2H games, there have been five Newcastle wins, four Wellington victories and a draw.

A-League		G	W	D	L	GF	GA	GD	GD	P
9	Newcastle Jets	26	8	6	12	43	44	-1	43:44	30
11	Wellington	26	6	6	14	27	43	-16	27:43	24

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Wellington have 3 wins, 5 losses and 2 draws, averaging 1.1 goals from 2.8 shots on goal and 7.2 attempts. Giancarlo Italiano's side have averaged 50.0% possession and 4.0 corners per game, with the opposition getting 1.3 goals from 4.7 shots on goal, 11.5 attempts and 5.8 corners.

Kosta Barbarouses leads the way with 5 goals, Hideki Ishige has 2, with Sam Sutton and two others on 1. Hideki Ishige is the top assists maker with 3.

Newcastle have 3 victories, 6 defeats and 1 draw, with an average of 1.2 goals from 3.2 shots on goal and 8.6 attempts. The Jets have averaged 48.0% possession, 4.7 corners awarded and 7.2 corners against, while they’ve conceded 1.5 goals from 5.2 shots on goal and 11.4 attempts.

We’ve seen Thomas Aquilina, Ben Gibson, Eli Adams and Apostolos Stamatelopoulos score 2 goals each. Look no further than Ben Gibson for the top assist maker (3) in the last 10 games.

Confirmed Lineups

Wellington Phoenix confirmed lineup (4-1-4-1): Josh Oluwayemi (GK), Tim Payne, Matthew Sheridan, Scott Wootton, Sam Sutton, Alex Rufer, Hideki Ishige, Kazuki Nagasawa, Paulo Retre, Luke Brooke-Smith, Kosta Barbarouses.

Newcastle Jets confirmed lineup (3-4-3): Ryan Scott (GK), Phillip Cancar, Aleksandar Susnjar, Mark Natta, Thomas Aquilina, Lachlan Bayliss, Callum Timmins, Daniel Wilmering, Eli Adams, Ben Gibson, Clayton Taylor.

Wellington Phoenix vs Newcastle Jets Prediction & Betting Tips

We’re optimistic when it comes to our bet on Newcastle +0.5 at odds of +105. The visitors should be able to swerve a loss in this A-League match and this wager has the numbers to back up our verdict.

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 Wellington Phoenix vs Newcastle Jets league stats:

• The +0.5 line has been covered by Newcastle in 6 of their last 10 games on the road.
• The +0.5 line has been covered by Newcastle in 3 of their last 5 games on the road.
• The -0.5 line hasn’t been covered by Wellington in 4 of their last 5 games at home.
• The -0.5 line hasn’t been covered by Wellington in 7 of their last 10 games.
• The -0.5 line hasn’t been covered by Wellington in 3 consecutive games.
• The -0.5 line hasn’t been covered by Wellington in 6 of their last 10 games against Newcastle.

Jets +0.5 Probability

When you look at the latest odds, our pick has a 48.8% chance of winning. Based on our tipsters research, we calculate the actual probability to be 55-60%. This wager can therefore be backed with confidence.

Those wanting an alternative to Asian Handicap can consider Winning Margin where there are several options. Take a view on Newcastle and their performance.

Our Match Prediction

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Correct Score Prediction

Wellington 2 - 2 Newcastle

Our prediction is a 2-2 draw which is available at odds of +1100. Correct score betting allows us to bet at bigger odds and it’s also a fun type of wager.

Wellington Phoenix vs Newcastle Jets Odds

Wellington Phoenix are regarded as having a 55% chance of winning this A-League match according to the bookies’ latest betting odds who have priced them up at -120. At +310, Newcastle Jets are regarded as having a lower probability of winning this match.

Over and Under 2.5 Goals backers are able to get similar odds on the Total Goals market.

You can find hundreds of markets for every A-League match, with the leading football betting sites creating lots of different options. Check out the pre-game and In-Play selections before placing your bets.

Full-Time Result

1

-120

X

+290

2

+310

Half-Time Result

1

+137.5

X

+137.5

2

+333.3

Double Chance

1X

-450

12

-400

X2

-110

Draw No Bet

1

-275

2

+200

Asian Handicap

1 Hcp -0.5

-116

2 Hcp +0.5

+104

Total Goals

Under 2.5

+130

Over 2.5

-163

Both Teams to Score

Yes

-163

No

+120

Wellington Phoenix vs Newcastle Jets Lineups & Team News

Our Wellington vs Newcastle team news will highlight the injuries for both squads, with the lineups giving you a helping hand with your bets.

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