Brisbane Roar vs Melbourne Victory prediction, H2H and probable lineups - November 28, 2025
Brisbane Roar FC
Melbourne Victory
One of the marquee clashes of Matchweek 6 in the Australian A-League will take place this Friday at Suncorp Stadium in Brisbane, where the local favorites Brisbane Roar will host Melbourne Victory. Here’s a betting tip on the outcome of this showdown that promises solid chances for success.
Match preview
Brisbane Roar have shown a remarkable improvement compared to last season and have kicked off this A-League campaign with confidence. The team has collected eight points from their first five games, suffering just one defeat. Their home form, in particular, stands out—two wins and a draw at Suncorp Stadium without conceding a single goal.
In the previous round, the Roar salvaged a draw away against Auckland, displaying grit and fighting spirit. Up front, Vidic and O'Shea have been consistently productive, while the whole squad is delivering a balanced performance. Given their opponent’s struggles, Brisbane appear to be the favorites, especially with home support behind them.
Melbourne Victory, on the other hand, have endured a sluggish start to the new season, losing three out of five matches and picking up just four points. The team has yet to find its rhythm in attack—only four goals scored while conceding eight. The last two rounds saw the "Whites" lose without finding the back of the net.
On the road, Melbourne have suffered two heavy defeats and have yet to establish any defensive stability. Despite boasting some dangerous individuals, the team is struggling with organization, particularly away from home. The upcoming trip to Brisbane will be a stern test.
Probable lineups
- Brisbane Roar: Bouzanis, McGarry, Herrington, Valkanis, Salas, Klein, O'Shea, Staic, Vrakas, Ruhs, Vidic
- Melbourne Victory: Duncan, Davidson, Jackson, Miranda, Inserra, Genro, Mata, Valadon, Grimaldi, Rees, Jelacic
Match facts and head-to-head
- Brisbane Roar are unbeaten in their last five home matches against Melbourne Victory in the A-League.
- Melbourne Victory have conceded more away goals than any other team this season—8 in total.
- Brisbane have kept a clean sheet in all three home games this season.
Prediction
Given their strong home form and the visitors’ struggles, Brisbane Roar look to have an excellent chance for success. The team consistently picks up points at Suncorp and boasts a rock-solid defense. Our bet: Brisbane Roar (0) handicap.
