Western United vs Adelaide United Prediction, Betting Tips, Lineups & Odds | 09 May 2025
WU Worth Backing
Western United can’t be ignored when they meet Adelaide, especially as betting odds of -125 are available for this prediction. Head to the Full-Time Result market to back this value selection.
WU Beat Adelaide in Pair’s Previous Clash
Western United were winners last time out. Their 4-2 victory against Auckland at AAMI Park was their fifth consecutive home victory. John Aloisi's team recorded seven shots on target and had 44% possession, with Michael Ruhs, Noah Botic, Angus Thurgate and Oli Lavale each scoring one goal.
Adelaide United played out a 0-0 draw in their previous game. This was on their travels to AAMI Park, with Melbourne City the opponents. The Reds had two shots on goal and 44% possession.
Head-to-Head Statistics
Western United overcame Adelaide at home when the teams last played. It was a 3-0 scoreline at AAMI Park. The past 10 H2H meetings have included six victories for Adelaide, three wins for Western United and a single draw.
A-League | G | W | D | L | GF | GA | GD | GD | P | |
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3 | ![]() |
26 | 14 | 5 | 7 | 55 | 37 | 18 | 55:37 | 47 |
6 | ![]() |
26 | 10 | 8 | 8 | 53 | 55 | -2 | 53:55 | 38 |
7 wins and 3 losses, averaging 2.5 goals from 6.8 shots on goal and 10.7 attempts. WU have had 48.7% possession and 5.4 corners per game. On average, their opponents have scored 1.3 goals from 3.3 shots on goal and 9.3 attempts, while being awarded 5.1 corners.
Top goalscorers are Rhys Bozinovski and Noah Botic on 4 goals, while Michael Ruhs has bagged 3. Riku Danzaki is the leading assists maker with 4.
Adelaide United – Last 10 League GamesAdelaide have 1 victory, 5 defeats and 4 draws, with an average of 1.9 goals from 9.8 attempts and 4.3 shots on goal. The South Australia side average 52.6% possession, 5.7 corners awarded and 4.8 corners against them, while conceding 2.8 goals from 11.9 attempts and 6.1 shots on goal.
Archie Goodwin is top of the team’s scoring charts with 5, Zach Clough is on 3 and Stefan Mauk on 2. The top assistors in the last 10 games are Yaya Dukuly, Zach Clough and Ethan Alagich who have all made 2.
Confirmed Lineups
Western United confirmed lineup (4-4-2): Matthew Sutton (GK), Tomoki Imai, James Donachie, Dylan Leonard, Benjamin Garuccio, Matthew Grimaldi, Rhys Bozinovski, Angus Thurgate, Riku Danzaki, Michael Ruhs, Noah Botic.
Adelaide United confirmed lineup (4-2-3-1): Max Vartuli (GK), Dylan Pierias, Bart Vriends, Panagiotis Kikianis, Javi Lopez, Isaias, Ethan Alagich, Zach Clough, Stefan Mauk, Ryan Kitto, Luka Jovanovic.
Western United vs Adelaide United Prediction & Betting Tips
Western United look a great bet for this A-League game as we’re expecting them to win. You can get odds of -125 that the home team claim a victory and this looks like a value wager based on the latest stats and team news.
Our football predictions are always well-researched and it starts with a combination of team news and form guide. Once we have a clear idea of what might happen, we match up the latest data.
Key Western United vs Adelaide United league stats:
WU to Win Probability
When you look at the latest betting odds, our pick has a 55.6% chance of winning. However, our experts think that the probability sits between 60-65% taking all factors into consideration. It’s the reason why we are recommending this wager.
We suggest a Bet Builder for anyone looking to back WU to win along with other selections. This option gives you the chance to secure bigger odds by adding a number of legs.

Correct Score Prediction
A 3-1 win in favor of Western United is available at odds of +1050. Correct score betting can be rewarding and you can also get plenty of entertainment with this option.
Corners Prediction
Each of the past five Adelaide away games have involved under 10.5 corners. There are odds of -100 when it comes to this Total Corners bet and we can see the teams fall short of the line here.






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Bet Builder Tips
If you want to follow our bet builder, try Western United to win, Yes on the Both Teams to Score market together with under 10.5 corners to be awarded.
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Western United vs Adelaide United 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.
WU Could Have Edge According to Bookies
Bookies favourites Western United are regarded as the likeliest winners for this A-League game and the -125 about them triumphing means a 56% chance of winning based on their current betting odds. Adelaide United are the +290 underdogs, while the draw can also be backed as an alternative.
For those expecting a high-scoring game, Over 2.5 Goals is the shortest price.
Should you want to back Western United to win this A-League match, then there is -270 available on the Draw No Bet market, with Adelaide United chalked at +180.







Oli Lavale Favourite to Find the Net First
You will find favourite Oli Lavale at +330 to be First Goalscorer and there’s also the chance to get +107 that he finds the net any time.




- A-League: 23/02 2025 Western United 3 Adelaide 0
- A-League: 09/11 2024 Adelaide 2 Western United 1
- A-League: 16/04 2024 Western United 3 Adelaide 3
- A-League: 29/03 2024 Adelaide 4 Western United 1
- A-League: 26/11 2023 Western United 1 Adelaide 3
- A-League: 16/04 2023 Adelaide 0 Western United 1
- A-League: 11/02 2023 Western United 2 Adelaide 3
- A-League: 06/11 2022 Western United 2 Adelaide 4
- A-League: 08/05 2022 Adelaide 2 Western United 1
- A-League: 17/12 2021 Western United 1 Adelaide 0


- 7 wins and 3 defeats in the previous 10 matches
- 7 wins, 1 defeat and 2 draws in the previous 10 home matches
- 1 win, 5 defeats and 4 draws in the previous 10 matches
- 3 wins, 4 defeats and 3 draws in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 2.50 goals scored and 1.30 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 2.10 goals scored and 0.90 conceded in the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 3.80 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 3.00 goals per game in the previous 10 home matches
- BTTS Yes in 6 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 5 of the previous 10 home matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 6 of the previous 10 home matches
- An average of 1.90 goals scored and 2.80 conceded in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 1.80 goals scored and 2.30 conceded in the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 4.70 goals per game in the previous 10 matches
- An average of 4.10 goals per game in the previous 10 away matches
- BTTS Yes in 8 of the previous 10 matches
- BTTS Yes in 7 of the previous 10 away matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 7 of the previous 10 matches
- Over 2.5 Goals in 8 of the previous 10 away matches
- An average of 5.40 corners awarded and 5.10 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.50 corners awarded and 2.80 corners against in the last 10 home matches
- An average of 10.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 8.30 corners awarded in the last 10 home matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 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 5.70 corners awarded and 4.80 corners conceded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 5.20 corners awarded and 5.50 corners against in the last 10 away matches
- An average of 10.50 corners awarded in the last 10 matches
- An average of 10.70 corners awarded in the last 10 away matches
- Had the most corners in 6 and least corners in 4 of the last 10 matches
- Had the most corners in 5 and least corners in 5 of the last 10 away matches
- An average of 48.70% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 50.20% possession in the last 10 home matches
- Most possession in 2 of the last 10 matches
- Most possession in 3 of the last 10 home matches
- An average of 52.60% possession in the last 10 matches
- An average of 50.90% 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 Western United this season are Noah Botic (12), Hiroshi Ibusuki (10), Matthew Grimaldi (5)
- Top Assistors for Western United this season are Riku Danzaki (7), Noah Botic (6), Angus Thurgate (5)
Western United vs Adelaide United Lineups & Team News
It’s good to know about any injuries and this is reflected in our WU vs Adelaide team news, with this leading to predicted and confirmed lineups.
We’ve got details of the A-League squads so that you know every player on the roster.
Western United Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Adelaide United Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Western United Confirmed Lineup 4-4-2
Adelaide United Confirmed Lineup 4-2-3-1
Western United Substitutes
- 5Oli Lavale
- 7Ramy Najjarine
- 9Hiroshi Ibusuki
- 13Tate Russell
- 20Abel Walatee
- 44Jordan Lauton
- 70Michael Vonja
Adelaide United Substitutes
- 1James Delianov
- 4Jordan Elsey
- 12Jonny Yull
- 14Jay Barnett
- 17Ben Folami
- 19Yaya Dukuly
- 58Harry Crawford
Previous Western United Lineups
Previous Adelaide United Lineups
# | Team | G | W | D | L | +/- | P |
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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 |

















