Western United vs Melbourne City prediction, H2H & Probable Line-ups - November 4, 2024
In the third round of the Australian A-League, Western United will face Melbourne City. The match is scheduled for Monday, November 4, at 9:00 a.m. Central European Time. Here’s a prediction for the winner of this game.
Western United
Western United started the season with mixed results as they strive to find stability in defense. They tend to play defensively, relying on counterattacks.
However, facing an opponent like Melbourne City, it will be difficult for them to keep a clean sheet, especially considering their struggles against strong attacking teams. Notably, they have drawn both of their first two matches.
Melbourne City
Melbourne City have shown their class in recent seasons and remain one of the A-League title contenders. They were knocked out in the quarterfinals last season but had reached the playoff final four consecutive times before that.
At the start of the new season, they narrowly beat Newcastle Jets away but then lost the Melbourne Derby against Melbourne Victory.
Match Facts
- Western United haven’t won in their last four matches.
- Melbourne City have scored in each of their last nine games.
- Western United average 2 goals per game at home, while Melbourne City average 1.8 goals per game away.
Probable Lineups
- Western United: Sutton, Russell, Imai, Leonard, Shamoun, Danzaki, Turgate, Pasquale, Grimaldi, Ibusuki, La Valle.
- Melbourne City: Beach, Ferreira, Trevin, Suprahyen, Talbot, Atkinson, Ugarkovic, Tilio, Behich, Nabbout, Cohen.
Head-to-Head
The last seven games between the teams have not ended in a draw: 5 wins for Melbourne and 2 for Western United.
Prediction
The visitors are considered the favorites with a stronger roster. To reduce the risk, it’s recommended to place a bet on Melbourne City to win with a 0 handicap.
