The penultimate round of the 2024/25 could well be decisive for some teams, with the race to crack the playoff places arguably more intriguing than the battle at the top of the pile.
Auckland FC look to have had the A-League leaders shield wrapped up for some time and they will be desperate to complete the job this weekend.
In behind, the likes of Melbourne City and Western United are going along very nicely and they will be looking to continue their good form, as the campaign draws to a close.
Both Brisbane Roar and Perth Glory have perked up in recent weeks, as they look to avoid wooden spoon ignominy, and they will both be looking to build on improved recent performances.
Here are our A-League tips for the next round of fixtures in the 2024/25 season, and you can join the action with the best betting sites Australia has to offer!
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A-League Round 28 Predictions
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Macarthur FC vs Melbourne Victory
Macarthur FC ($3.10)
Melbourne Victory ($2.10)
Draw ($4.00)
Two sides dreaming of extending their season meet here, as Macarthur FC host Melbourne Victory.
It has been a tough few weeks for Macarthur, who know that anything other than a win here extinguishes their playoff hopes and they will need to be up for it from the outset.
Meanwhile, Melbourne Victory are starting to click into gear at this stage of the campaign, as they so often do, and they have their top 6 hopes very much in their own hands.
There is heaps to play for here for both sides, but Melbourne Victory should have the confidence and the momentum to prevail.
Betting tip: Melbourne Victory to win the match ($2.10)
Melbourne Victory to win 2-1
Use Code: 'GOBET500'Brisbane Roar vs Wellington Phoenix
Brisbane Roar ($1.93)
Wellington Phoenix ($3.75)
Draw ($3.90)
It has been a desperate campaign for Brisbane Roar but a couple of improved performances in recent weeks, have seen the outlook around the club change.
Next up, is a meeting with Wellington Phoenix, a side that continue to toil and who will already have one eye on developing a rebuild for next season.
Having confidence in Brisbane Roar looks a little misplaced, considering they have won just 3 games all season, but they have picked up 4 points from their last two games.
Wellington are short of inspiration too, making this an intriguing one and perhaps the draw looks the value bet.
Betting tip: The match to finish as a draw ($3.90)
1-1 Draw
Use Code: 'GOBET500'Newcastle Jets vs Western Sydney Wanderers
Newcastle Jets ($3.10)
Western Sydney Wanderers ($2.10)
Draw ($4.25)
Two sides going along very well currently meet here, as Newcastle Jets host Western Sydney Wanderers.
Form has come too late for the Jets this season, but they have pulled away from the bottom of the table impressively and they will be looking to build for a playoff push next term.
Western Sydney Wanderers are in great nick though, sat 4th in the table and they will be looking to get their ducks in a row ahead of the playoffs.
This is in essence a dead rubber, bringing all three results into play but perhaps Western Sydney Wanderers have the fire power to succeed.
Betting tip: Western Sydney Wanderers to win the match ($2.10)
WSW to win 2-1
Use Code: 'GOBET500'Melbourne City vs Adelaide United
Melbourne City ($1.80)
Adelaide United ($4.33)
Draw ($4.20)
With Melbourne City having already secured their place in the post-season playoffs, the stakes rise here for Adelaide United.
City have been firing on all cylinders of late, particularly at home and they will want to keep picking up wins in their pursuit of a top 2 finish.
Adelaide United meanwhile are trending in the opposite direction and are now on the periphery in pursuit of a playoff spot.
This should be a good one, with both sides keen to attack and perhaps home advantage could prove to be the difference for City.
Betting tip: Melbourne City to win the match ($1.80)
Melbourne City to win 2-1
Use Code: 'GOBET500'Auckland FC vs Perth Glory
Auckland FC ($1.33)
Perth Glory ($9.00)
Draw ($6.25)
Table-topping Auckland FC welcome wooden spoon candidates Perth Glory to town here, in what feels like a forgone conclusion on paper.
Auckland have been the pace setters in the A-League table all year and they will be looking to keep their charge going, with the playoffs looming.
Perth Glory meanwhile have been struggling throughout the campaign but a couple of improved results recently, will give them some hope here.
It does feel as if Auckland should have way too much for Perth Glory here though and a home win looks like a banker.
Betting tip: Auckland FC to win the match ($1.33)
Auckland FC to win 3-0
Use Code: 'GOBET500'Western United vs Sydney FC
Western United ($2.38)
Sydney FC ($2.70)
Draw ($4.10)
With two wins needed to be assured of their playoff spot for the post season, Sydney FC hit the road here and visit Western United.
Hosts United have been going along well all year and sit 3rd in the table but back to back losses ahead of this one isn’t ideal preparation.
Sydney FC meanwhile know that they can’t afford to slip up in pursuit of the all-important 6th spot and they have managed to win 3 of their last 5 games.
The stakes are high for both sides, and it should be a quality encounter, with Sydney FC perhaps best placed to land a crucial win.
Betting tip: Sydney FC to win the match ($2.70)
Sydney FC to win 2-1
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A-League Round 28 multi bet
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We’re backing three results this week as a multi bet with a betting stake of $50:
Auckland FC vs Perth Glory – Auckland FC.
Melbourne City vs Adelaide United – Melbourne City.
Newcastle Jets vs Western Sydney Wanderers – Western Sydney Wanderers.
A $50 wager would pay $495.50 if successful – at the current odds.
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