Adelaide United FC vs Sydney FC, A League 2021-22 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Adelaide United FC vs Sydney FC — A League .
- Adelaide United FC 26 games · 43 pts (2026/27)
- Sydney FC 26 games · 39 pts (2026/27)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newcastle United Jets FC | 26 | 48 |
| 2 | Adelaide United FC | 26 | 43 |
| 3 | Auckland FC | 26 | 42 |
| 4 | Melbourne Victory FC | 26 | 40 |
| 5 | Sydney FC | 26 | 39 |
| 6 | Melbourne City FC | 26 | 38 |
| 7 | Macarthur FC | 26 | 34 |
| 8 | Wellington Phoenix FC | 26 | 33 |
| 9 | Central Coast Mariners FC | 26 | 32 |
| 10 | Perth Glory FC | 26 | 31 |
| 11 | Brisbane Roar FC | 26 | 26 |
| 12 | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | 26 | 21 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Feb | Sydney FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 30 Jan | Newcastle United Jets FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 27 Nov | Melbourne City FC | H | 2–2 | D |
| 20 Nov | Perth Glory FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 03 Jun | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | H | 2–2 | D |
| 29 May | Sydney FC | H | 1–4 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 Feb | Adelaide United FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 30 Jan | Central Coast Mariners FC | H | 3–2 | W |
| 27 Nov | Macarthur FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 20 Nov | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | A | 0–0 | D |
| 05 Jun | Brisbane Roar FC | A | 2–0 | W |
| 29 May | Adelaide United FC | A | 4–1 | W |
Season Stats
| Adelaide United FC | Sydney FC | |
|---|---|---|
| #2 | Position | #5 |
| 43 | Points | 39 |
| 26 | Played | 26 |
| 12 / 7 / 7 | W / D / L | 11 / 6 / 9 |
| 46 | Scored | 33 |
| 36 | Conceded | 25 |
| +10 | GD | +8 |
| 1.65 | PPG | 1.50 |
| 46% | Win % | 42% |
Key Stats
79%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (24 games)
H2H (24 games)
71%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Adelaide United FC are 2nd (43 pts). Sydney FC are 5th (39 pts).
Events
Match Events
- 0' Packed stands, loud atmosphere — Adelaide United FC and Sydney FC get this one started.
- 5' Sydney FC are keeping things exceptionally tight at the back. It will take something special to break them down.
- 10' with the perfectly-timed delivery and Elvis Kamsoba makes no mistake. 0-1!
- 15' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 20' Not even hints on scoring a goal over the last 20 minutes.
- 25' Adelaide United FC currently sit in the Array table. A result here could be decisive in the race for the top positions.
- 30' The teams are not in a rush to score plenty of goals. It might look strange considering Sydney FC that had 215 games and scored 341 goals.
- 32' What an equalizer from Stefan Mauk!
- 37' Over 37 minutes have gone by without a meaningful attack. The supporters want more.
- 42' Australia international Callum Talbot has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 2 assists in the Array this season.
- 46' Another change for Adelaide United FC made on 46 minute. Craig Goodwin leaves to be changed by Bernardo.
- 51' Sydney FC ring the changes. Mustafa Amini has done his job and it is now time for Max Burgess to step up.
- 52' Sydney FC manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Max Burgess is hanging Mustafa Amini on the field on 52 minute.
- 57' The referee is likely to let players tackle, as he already missed some meaty challenges during opening seconds. He is still to establish what should not be done by the players and what is acceptable on the pitch. It’s going to be a tough game for Rhyan Grant suffering a number of foals already.
- 59' The whistle greets Trent Buhagiar as he departs to be replaced by Bobo.
- 60' Fresh legs for Sydney FC! Bobo comes on to replace Trent Buhagiar.
- 65' The referee has no hesitation. James Donachie is booked for Sydney FC — Yellow card on 65.
- 69' Fresh legs for Adelaide United FC! Joshua Cavallo comes on to replace Stefan Mauk.
- 70' The Sydney FC manager makes a substitution. Callum Talbot departs to be replaced by Harry Van der Saag.
- 71' Callum Talbot makes way for Harry Van der Saag at the 71 minute mark. A tactical switch from Sydney FC.
- 73' Sydney FC is taking the lead after the goal scored by Bobo on 73.
- 78' Adelaide United FC are deployed in a today, looking to exploit space against Sydney FC's shape.
- 80' Mohamed Toure has so much to prove this time. He replaces Lachlan Brook on 80 minute.
- 85' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 90' Adam Le Fondre is putting in a real shift tonight. He has covered more ground than anyone else for Adelaide United FC so far.
- The referee brings this contest to a close. Sydney FC take all three points.
Lineups
Adelaide United FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 25
- 21
-
8
Stefan Mauk ↓ Joshua Cavallo 70'
- 46
- 28
- 22
- 10
- 7
-
77
Lachlan Brook ↓ Mohamed Toure 80'
-
11
Craig Goodwin ↓ Bernardo 46'
- 15
Bench
- 6
- 14
-
27
Joshua Cavallo ↑ 70'
-
17
Mohamed Toure ↑ 80'
-
31
Bernardo ↑ 46'
- 50
- 41
Sydney FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
5
Connor O'Toole ↓ Rhyan Grant 60'
-
12
Trent Buhagiar ↓ Bobo 60'
- 20
- 4
- 8
-
10
Milos Ninkovic ↓ Adam Le Fondre 59'
-
6
Mustafa Amini ↓ Max Burgess 51'
- 17
- 27
- 2
- 25
Bench
-
14
Adam Le Fondre ↑ 59'
- 1
-
23
Rhyan Grant ↑ 60'
- 3
-
22
Max Burgess ↑ 51'
-
21
Harry Van der Saag ↑ 71'
-
9
Bobo ↑ 60'
Coach
Steve Corica
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Bobo | 8 |
| Adam Le Fondre | 7 |
| Joe Lolley | 6 |
| Craig Goodwin | 5 |
| Archie Goodwin | 4 |
| Patryk Klimala | 3 |
| Patrick Wood | 3 |
| Hiroshi Ibusuki | 3 |
Head to Head
Adelaide United FC Form
2022-02-04
Adelaide United FC
1–2
Sydney FC
L
2022-01-30
Newcastle United Jets FC
1–2
Adelaide United FC
W
2021-11-27
Adelaide United FC
2–2
Melbourne City FC
D
2021-11-20
Perth Glory FC
1–1
Adelaide United FC
D
2021-06-03
Adelaide United FC
2–2
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
D
2021-05-29
Adelaide United FC
1–4
Sydney FC
L
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
4 / 4
1.25
Adelaide United FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.62
Sydney FC xG
I would bet for:
Adelaide United FC or Sydney FC 73% + Both teams to score 58%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Sydney FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.87
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 93% |
|
7% |
| ± 1.5 | 78% |
|
22% |
| ± 2.5 | 54% |
|
46% |
| ± 3.5 | 32% |
|
68% |
| ± 4.5 | 17% |
|
83% |
Double Chance
Adelaide United FC or Draw
55%
Draw or Sydney FC
71%
Adelaide United FC or Sydney FC
73%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
12.4%
1 – 2
Actual
0 – 1
8.3%
0 – 0
7.5%
0 – 2
7.3%
2 – 1
6.9%
1 – 0
6.2%
2 – 2
5.6%
1 – 3
4.9%
2 – 0
4.3%
0 – 3
3.9%
2 – 3
3.1%
Asian Handicap — Adelaide United FC
| Handicap | Adelaide United FC covers | Push | Sydney FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 4% | — | 96% |
| -2 | 4% | 8% | 88% |
| -1.5 | 12% | — | 88% |
| -1 | 12% | 16% | 72% |
| -0.5 | 28% | — | 72% |
| +0.5 | 55% | — | 45% |
| +1 | 55% | 21% | 24% |
| +1.5 | 76% | — | 24% |
| +2 | 76% | 14% | 10% |
| +2.5 | 90% | — | 10% |
Clean Sheet
Adelaide United FC keeps clean sheet
21%
✓
Sydney FC keeps clean sheet
29%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.