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' It’s Showtime! The match between Adelaide United FC and Western Sydney Wanderers FC is underway.
- 5' Japan international Hiroshi Ibusuki has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 10' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Adelaide United FC side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 15' The Array continues to deliver drama. Both Adelaide United FC and Western Sydney Wanderers FC are desperate not to drop points on matchday .
- 20' The home supporters are growing impatient. Adelaide United FC must find a spark to ignite this game.
- 25' Adelaide United FC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Western Sydney Wanderers FC backline.
- 30' Alessandro Lopane needs to be pretty careful with his discipline considering 0 Yellow cards this season.
- 31' A stunning finish from Hiroshi Ibusuki — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 32' Against the run of play, Hiroshi Ibusuki has scored! This game has turned on its head.
- 37' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 38' The referee shows Western Sydney Wanderers FC player a Yellow card on 38.
- 42' The referee shows Western Sydney Wanderers FC player a Yellow card on 42.
- 43' Romain Amalfitano catches the referee's attention in entirely the wrong way. Yellow card on 43.
- 46' It is a substitution in Western Sydney Wanderers FC team. Oliver Bozanic is replaced by Milos Ninkovic on 46 minute.
- 46' The deadlock is broken! Brandon Borrello gets on the scoresheet on 45 minutes.
- 48' The referee calls foul for Ryan Kitto. He receives a Yellow card.
- 49' Alexandar Popovic does the damage! The net is bulging and Adelaide United FC surge ahead!
- 50' Brilliant from the ! Brandon Borrello makes it 3-2 with a superb finish on 50.
- 51' Ben Halloran does the damage! The net is bulging and Adelaide United FC surge ahead!
- 55' Gabriel Cleur has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a Yellow card on 55.
- 60' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Nicolas Milanovic made 150 appearances and scored 28 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 63' Calem Nieuwenhof is having a superb {COMPETITION} campaign — that is 0 goals this season for the .
- 63' A tactical swap from Adelaide United FC — Louis D'Arrigo on, Joshua Cavallo off on 63 minutes.
- 64' The Adelaide United FC manager makes a substitution. Joshua Cavallo departs to be replaced by Louis D'Arrigo.
- 65' A tactical swap from Adelaide United FC — Louis D'Arrigo on, Joshua Cavallo off on 65 minutes.
- 67' GOAL! Hiroshi Ibusuki scores on 67.
- 72' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 73' The referee has no hesitation. Morgan Schneiderlin is booked for Western Sydney Wanderers FC — Yellow card 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 composure from Tom Beadling! The Australia international strokes it home. 6-3.
- 84' Although teams showed high tempo form the start, they seem to slow down a bit. Both sides really need to catch a fire. Otherwise, we have another goalless match.
- 85' The Western Sydney Wanderers FC bench stirs into life. Morgan Schneiderlin is withdrawn and Alessandro Lopane gets his opportunity.
- 90' A moment of madness from Adama Traore on 90 minutes earns him a Red card. Western Sydney Wanderers FC will be frustrated.
- 90' Adelaide United FC ring the changes. Isaias has done his job and it is now time for Ethan Alagich to step up.
- The final score is 4-4.
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 |
| Brandon Borrello | 4 |
| Craig Goodwin | 4 |
| Oriol Riera | 3 |
| Simon Cox | 3 |
| Mitch Duke | 3 |
| Nicolas Milanovic | 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.

