Adelaide United FC vs Western United FC, A League 2022-23 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Adelaide United FC vs Western United FC — A League .
- Adelaide United FC 3 games · 1 pts (2026/27)
- Western United FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Standings
| # | Team | P | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Wellington Phoenix FC | 4 | 10 |
| 2 | Sydney FC | 4 | 7 |
| 3 | Brisbane Roar FC | 3 | 7 |
| 4 | Melbourne City FC | 4 | 7 |
| 5 | Perth Glory FC | 4 | 6 |
| 6 | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | 4 | 5 |
| 7 | Macarthur FC | 4 | 5 |
| 8 | Auckland FC | 4 | 5 |
| 9 | Melbourne Victory FC | 4 | 3 |
| 10 | Newcastle United Jets FC | 4 | 2 |
| 11 | Central Coast Mariners FC | 4 | 2 |
| 12 | Adelaide United FC | 3 | 1 |
Head-to-Head
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Apr | Western United FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 07 Apr | Sydney FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 31 Mar | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | A | 3–2 | W |
| 17 Mar | Wellington Phoenix FC | H | 5–1 | W |
| 11 Mar | Newcastle United Jets FC | A | 4–2 | W |
| 03 Mar | Melbourne City FC | H | 4–2 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 Apr | Adelaide United FC | A | 1–0 | W |
| 07 Apr | Central Coast Mariners FC | H | 0–3 | L |
| 01 Apr | Sydney FC | A | 3–3 | D |
| 18 Mar | Brisbane Roar FC | A | 0–1 | L |
| 13 Mar | Melbourne Victory FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 04 Mar | Perth Glory FC | H | 2–1 | W |
Key Stats
75%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (12 games)
H2H (12 games)
83%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
0%
Clean Sheets
Adelaide United FC this season
Adelaide United FC this season
Goal Timing (This Season)
Adelaide United FC
0-15
–/–
16-30
1/2
31-45
1/1
46-60
–/–
61-75
–/4
76+
1/1
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
Adelaide United FC
| Brody Burkitt | 2 G |
| Joey Garuccio | 1 G |
Events
Match Events
- 0' Adelaide United FC have kicked off against Western United FC. Both sides are eager to make an early statement.
- 5' It is a cagey affair so far. Adelaide United FC in their trying to find a way past Western United FC's compact .
- 10' Western United FC started playing very sharply right from the kick off. However, it slowed down the tempo rapidly by 10.
- 13' The whistle greets Zach Clough as he departs to be replaced by Jonny Yull.
- 18' Western United FC come into this ranked in Array. They desperately need points to push themselves up the standings.
- 23' Adelaide United FC seems to be on a short break. The game is mainly concentrated in the center. It’s high time they got back to action. Otherwise, it looks like a goalless game.
- 28' Both keepers have barely been tested. Adelaide United FC and Western United FC are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 33' Adelaide United FC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Western United FC backline.
- 38' Spectators do not have much to choose from both teams. The sides had several scoring chances but they still need a bit more than just a sight of a goal.
- 43' A quiet spell here at . Western United FC seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 44' What a moment for Connor Pain! That strike on 44 puts his side firmly in control.
- 45' The Australia Connor Pain breaks the deadlock on 45 minutes. 0-2!
- 46' Western United FC receives a Yellow card for a hard tackle on 46.
- 50' Isaias gets the nod from Adelaide United FC. He replaces Jay Barnett and will look to change the dynamic.
- 55' Zach Clough is putting in a real shift tonight. He has covered more ground than anyone else for Western United FC so far.
- 60' Over 60 minutes have gone by without a meaningful attack. The supporters want more.
- 65' The 31-year-old Ben Garuccio has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 70' Nestor Irankunda gets the nod from Adelaide United FC. He replaces Louis D'Arrigo and will look to change the dynamic.
- 71' Noah Botic gets the nod from Western United FC. He replaces Aleksandar Prijovic and will look to change the dynamic.
- 76' It looks surprising Western United FC does not make any changes. Ben Warland has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 77' It’s gonna be a Yellow card for Jonny Yull.
- 78' A tactical swap from Western United FC — James Troisi on, Dylan Pierias off on 78 minutes.
- 83' Adelaide United FC is defending very well tonight not leaving a chance for their rivals to get through for a goal.
- 85' A change in the Western United FC ranks — Connor Pain exits the field as Leo Lacroix enters on 85.
- 90' A meaty challenge results in booking for Ben Garuccio on 90.
- Western United FC celebrates a vital win. Three points that could prove pivotal come season's end.
Lineups
Adelaide United FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 13
-
10
Zach Clough ↓ Jonny Yull 13'
-
21
Javi Lopez ↓ Panashe Madanha 70'
- 3
- 46
- 7
- 6
- 11
- 26
-
18
Jay Barnett ↓ Isaias 50'
- 35
Bench
-
8
Isaias ↑ 50'
- 1
-
9
Hiroshi Ibusuki ↑ 50'
-
37
Jonny Yull ↑ 13'
-
66
Nestor Irankunda ↑ 70'
- 41
-
36
Panashe Madanha ↑ 70'
Western United FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 1
-
11
Connor Pain ↓ Leo Lacroix 85'
- 44
- 99
- 17
- 6
-
5
Dylan Pierias ↓ James Troisi 78'
- 8
- 10
- 19
- 7
Bench
-
4
Leo Lacroix ↑ 85'
-
14
James Troisi ↑ 78'
- 27
-
21
Sebastian Pasquali ↑ 85'
- 37
- 9
-
38
Noah Botic ↑ 71'
Coach
John Aloisi
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Zach Clough | 4 |
| Nestor Irankunda | 4 |
| Besart Berisha | 4 |
| Hiroshi Ibusuki | 3 |
| Connor Pain | 3 |
| Dylan Pierias | 2 |
| Ryan Kitto | 2 |
| Noah Botic | 2 |
Head to Head
Adelaide United FC Form
2023-04-16
Adelaide United FC
0–1
Western United FC
L
2023-04-07
Adelaide United FC
1–1
Sydney FC
D
2023-03-31
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
2–3
Adelaide United FC
W
2023-03-17
Adelaide United FC
5–1
Wellington Phoenix FC
W
2023-03-11
Newcastle United Jets FC
2–4
Adelaide United FC
W
2023-03-03
Adelaide United FC
4–2
Melbourne City FC
W
Western United FC Form
2023-04-16
Adelaide United FC
0–1
Western United FC
W
2023-04-07
Western United FC
0–3
Central Coast Mariners FC
L
2023-04-01
Sydney FC
3–3
Western United FC
D
2023-03-18
Brisbane Roar FC
1–0
Western United FC
L
2023-03-13
Melbourne Victory FC
1–2
Western United FC
W
2023-03-04
Western United FC
2–1
Perth Glory FC
W
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
0 / 4
1.51
Adelaide United FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.19
Western United FC xG
I would bet for:
Adelaide United FC or Western United FC 73%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Western United FC win
Both Teams to Score
✗ Wrong
Avg goals/match: 2.7
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 91% |
|
9% |
| ± 1.5 | 75% |
|
25% |
| ± 2.5 | 50% |
|
50% |
| ± 3.5 | 29% |
|
71% |
| ± 4.5 | 14% |
|
86% |
Double Chance
Adelaide United FC or Draw
72%
Draw or Western United FC
56%
Adelaide United FC or Western United FC
73%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Western United FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
13%
1 – 0
9.2%
2 – 1
8.8%
0 – 0
8.6%
2 – 0
7.5%
0 – 1
Actual
1 – 2
6.9%
2 – 2
5.3%
0 – 2
4.6%
3 – 1
4.5%
3 – 0
3.7%
1 – 3
2.7%
Asian Handicap — Adelaide United FC
| Handicap | Adelaide United FC covers | Push | Western United FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 9% | — | 91% |
| -2 | 9% | 13% | 78% |
| -1.5 | 22% | — | 78% |
| -1 | 22% | 21% | 57% |
| -0.5 | 43% | — | 57% |
| +0.5 | 71% | — | 29% |
| +1 | 71% | 16% | 12% |
| +1.5 | 88% | — | 12% |
| +2 | 88% | 8% | 4% |
| +2.5 | 96% | — | 4% |
Clean Sheet
Adelaide United FC keeps clean sheet
31%
✓
Western United FC keeps clean sheet
23%
✗
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.