Jan Novak
Dailysports's expert
As part of the Round of 16 in the Australia Cup, a match between South Melbourne and Wellington Phoenix will take place. The game is scheduled for Tuesday, August 6, with a kick-off time of 11:30 AM Central European Time. This match prediction is provided by Dailysports experts.
South Melbourne
South Melbourne is one of the most successful teams in the history of Australian football. Although the club has been playing in the lower divisions in recent years, it continues to achieve high results at the regional level.
This season, the team is in first place in the Victorian State League and has already secured a spot in the playoffs.
Wellington Phoenix
Wellington Phoenix represents New Zealand football in the Australian A-League. The team is known for its attacking style of play and talented players. Last season, the club reached the semifinals of the playoffs, where they lost to Melbourne Victory.
Despite this, Wellington Phoenix remains a strong opponent and can pose a threat to any team, especially one from a lower division.
Interesting Facts and Head-to-Head
- South Melbourne has scored in 14 consecutive home matches.
- Wellington Phoenix has not lost in regular time for five consecutive matches.
- The teams have never met before.
South Melbourne vs Wellington Phoenix Prediction
Considering the current form and home-field advantage, South Melbourne may offer significant resistance to Wellington Phoenix. However, the New Zealand team has a higher level of skill and experience. I suggest betting on a Wellington Phoenix victory.
