Adelaide United FC vs Western Sydney Wanderers FC, A League 2022-23 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
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Adelaide United FC vs Western Sydney Wanderers FC — A League .
- Adelaide United FC 26 games · 43 pts (2025/26)
- Western Sydney Wanderers FC 26 games · 21 pts (2025/26)
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
Last 5 meetings
2023-02-19
Adelaide United FC
4–4
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
2022-03-20
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
0–0
Adelaide United FC
2022-03-16
Adelaide United FC
1–2
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
2021-06-03
Adelaide United FC
2–2
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
2021-04-10
Adelaide United FC
1–1
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Feb | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | H | 4–4 | D |
| 11 Feb | Western United FC | A | 3–2 | W |
| 04 Feb | Brisbane Roar FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 29 Jan | Melbourne City FC | A | 3–3 | D |
| 20 Jan | Macarthur FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 14 Jan | Melbourne Victory FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 19 Feb | Adelaide United FC | A | 4–4 | D |
| 11 Feb | Sydney FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 05 Feb | Western United FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 28 Jan | Central Coast Mariners FC | A | 2–2 | D |
| 22 Jan | Newcastle United Jets FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 15 Jan | Melbourne City FC | H | 1–1 | D |
Season Stats
| Adelaide United FC | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | |
|---|---|---|
| #2 | Position | #12 |
| 43 | Points | 21 |
| 26 | Played | 26 |
| 12 / 7 / 7 | W / D / L | 5 / 6 / 15 |
| 46 | Scored | 27 |
| 36 | Conceded | 43 |
| +10 | GD | -16 |
| 1.65 | PPG | 0.81 |
| 46% | Win % | 19% |
Key Stats
82%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (22 games)
H2H (22 games)
73%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
11%
Clean Sheets
Adelaide United FC this season
Adelaide United FC this season
19%
Clean Sheets
Western Sydney Wanderers FC this season
Western Sydney Wanderers FC this season
Adelaide United FC are 2nd (43 pts). Western Sydney Wanderers FC are 12th (21 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
Adelaide United FC
0-15
–/1
16-30
1/2
31-45
–/1
46-60
–/2
61-75
4/–
76+
3/2
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
0-15
–/–
16-30
–/3
31-45
1/1
46-60
–/2
61-75
–/1
76+
–/2
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
Adelaide United FC
| Luka Jovanovic | 11 G | 3 A |
| Johnny Yull | 4 G | 5 A |
| Ethan Alagich | 4 G | 4 A |
| Ryan Kitto | 3 G | 1 A |
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
| Bozhidar Kraev | 5 G | 2 A |
| Ryan Fraser | 4 G | 3 A |
| Brandon Borrello | 4 G | 2 A |
| Kosta Barbarouses | 4 G | 1 A |
Events
Match Events
- 0' We are underway at . The crowd does wile while the referee lows the starting whistle.
- 5' Adelaide United FC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Western Sydney Wanderers FC backline.
- 10' The referee has had an easy afternoon — neither side has been overly physical in the tackle.
- 15' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Adelaide United FC side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 20' The midfield battle is intense right now. Both Adelaide United FC and Western Sydney Wanderers FC are fighting for every inch of the pitch.
- 25' Adelaide United FC are deployed in a today, looking to exploit space against Western Sydney Wanderers FC's shape.
- 30' Adelaide United FC are keeping things exceptionally tight at the back. It will take something special to break them down.
- 31' Hiroshi Ibusuki is having a superb {COMPETITION} campaign — that is 0 goals this season for the .
- 32' Hiroshi Ibusuki has been a constant threat and now delivers with a goal on 32 minutes.
- 37' A quiet spell here at . Adelaide United FC seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 38' The referee does not hesitate — a Yellow card for Adama Traore on 38 minutes.
- 42' Controversy at the stadium! Romain Amalfitano argues furiously but the Yellow card stands.
- 43' Romain Amalfitano picks up a Yellow card and will need to be extremely careful for the remainder of this match.
- 46' Time for substitution for Western Sydney Wanderers FC. Oliver Bozanic is replaced by Milos Ninkovic.
- 46' A stunning finish from Brandon Borrello — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 48' That is a Yellow card for Adelaide United FC. Ryan Kitto will be fuming at that decision.
- 49' GOAL! Alexandar Popovic scores on 45.
- 50' Brandon Borrello does the damage! The net is bulging and Western Sydney Wanderers FC surge ahead!
- 51' Ben Halloran makes no mistake. The score reads 4-2 and Adelaide United FC are in front.
- 55' Controversy at the stadium! Gabriel Cleur argues furiously but the Yellow card stands.
- 60' It looks surprising Adelaide United FC does not make any changes. Craig Goodwin has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 63' Magnificent from Calem Nieuwenhof! That is 7 goals in 215 appearances — and it could not have come at a better time.
- 63' Time for substitution for Adelaide United FC. Joshua Cavallo is replaced by Louis D'Arrigo.
- 64' Adelaide United FC ring the changes. Joshua Cavallo has done his job and it is now time for Louis D'Arrigo to step up.
- 65' A tactical swap from Adelaide United FC — Louis D'Arrigo on, Joshua Cavallo off on 65 minutes.
- 67' What a moment for Hiroshi Ibusuki! That strike on 67 puts his side firmly in control.
- 72' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 73' A meaty challenge results in booking for Morgan Schneiderlin on 73.
- 78' Asad Kasumovic is ready to make an impact after coming on for Hiroshi Ibusuki at the 78 minute mark.
- 79' Nestor Irankunda gets the nod from Adelaide United FC. He replaces Zach Clough and will look to change the dynamic.
- 79' What a strike from Tom Beadling! The score is 6-3.
- 84' Adelaide United FC currently sit in the Array table. A result here could be decisive in the race for the top positions.
- 85' A change in the Western Sydney Wanderers FC ranks — Morgan Schneiderlin exits the field as Alessandro Lopane enters on 85.
- 90' It’s gonna be a Red card for Adama Traore.
- 90' The whistle greets Isaias as he departs to be replaced by Ethan Alagich.
- What a match! Full time at {STADIUM} — Adelaide United FC 4-4 Western Sydney Wanderers FC.
Lineups
Adelaide United FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
10
Zach Clough ↓ Nestor Irankunda 78'
- 21
- 3
- 46
-
8
Isaias ↓ Ethan Alagich 90'
- 7
- 11
- 26
-
27
Joshua Cavallo ↓ Louis D'Arrigo 63'
- 9
- 41
Bench
- 13
-
6
Louis D'Arrigo ↑ 63'
- 1
-
66
Nestor Irankunda ↑ 78'
-
47
Asad Kasumovic ↑ 78'
-
55
Ethan Alagich ↑ 90'
- 36
Western Sydney Wanderers FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 2
- 4
- 26
- 20
- 5
-
8
Oliver Bozanic ↓ Milos Ninkovic 46'
- 3
-
9
Kusini Yengi ↓ Amor Layouni 46'
- 28
- 16
- 17
Bench
-
10
Milos Ninkovic ↑ 46'
- 1
-
11
Amor Layouni ↑ 46'
-
21
Jarrod Carluccio ↑ 90'
-
14
Nicolas Milanovic ↑ 78'
-
36
Alessandro Lopane ↑ 85'
- 33
Coach
Mark Rudan
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Ryan Kitto | 5 |
| Hiroshi Ibusuki | 5 |
| Craig Goodwin | 4 |
| Brandon Borrello | 4 |
| Mitch Duke | 3 |
| Nicolai Muller | 3 |
| Nicolas Milanovic | 3 |
| Oriol Riera | 3 |
Head to Head
2023-02-19
Adelaide United FC
4–4
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
2022-03-20
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
0–0
Adelaide United FC
2022-03-16
Adelaide United FC
1–2
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
2021-06-03
Adelaide United FC
2–2
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
2021-04-10
Adelaide United FC
1–1
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
Adelaide United FC Form
2023-02-19
Adelaide United FC
4–4
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
D
2023-02-11
Western United FC
2–3
Adelaide United FC
W
2023-02-04
Adelaide United FC
2–1
Brisbane Roar FC
W
2023-01-29
Melbourne City FC
3–3
Adelaide United FC
D
2023-01-20
Adelaide United FC
1–0
Macarthur FC
W
2023-01-14
Adelaide United FC
1–1
Melbourne Victory FC
D
Western Sydney Wanderers FC Form
2023-02-19
Adelaide United FC
4–4
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
D
2023-02-11
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
0–1
Sydney FC
L
2023-02-05
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
1–0
Western United FC
W
2023-01-28
Central Coast Mariners FC
2–2
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
D
2023-01-22
Newcastle United Jets FC
1–1
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
D
2023-01-15
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
1–1
Melbourne City FC
D
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
2.3
Adelaide United FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.57
Western Sydney Wanderers FC xG
I would bet for:
Over 2.5 goals 73% + Both teams to score 71%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.87
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 97% |
|
3% |
| ± 1.5 | 90% |
|
10% |
| ± 2.5 | 73% |
|
27% |
| ± 3.5 | 53% |
|
47% |
| ± 4.5 | 34% |
|
66% |
Double Chance
Adelaide United FC or Draw
74%
Draw or Western Sydney Wanderers FC
49%
Adelaide United FC or Western Sydney Wanderers FC
77%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Adelaide United FC win at HT
Correct Score
✗ 4–4 not predicted4 – 4Actual
2 – 1
8.4%
1 – 1
8.4%
2 – 2
6.5%
3 – 1
6.4%
1 – 2
5.8%
2 – 0
5.6%
3 – 2
5%
1 – 0
4.4%
3 – 0
4.2%
4 – 1
3.7%
2 – 3
3.4%
0 – 0
3.2%
Asian Handicap — Adelaide United FC
| Handicap | Adelaide United FC covers | Push | Western Sydney Wanderers FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 17% | — | 83% |
| -2 | 17% | 16% | 67% |
| -1.5 | 33% | — | 67% |
| -1 | 33% | 20% | 47% |
| -0.5 | 53% | — | 47% |
| +0.5 | 74% | — | 26% |
| +1 | 74% | 13% | 12% |
| +1.5 | 88% | — | 12% |
| +2 | 88% | 7% | 5% |
| +2.5 | 95% | — | 5% |
Clean Sheet
Adelaide United FC keeps clean sheet
22%
✓
Western Sydney Wanderers FC keeps clean sheet
11%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

