Brisbane Roar FC vs Western United FC, A League 2024-25 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Brisbane Roar FC vs Western United FC — A League at Suncorp Stadium.
- Brisbane Roar FC 26 games · 26 pts (2026/27)
- Western United FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Lachlan Keevers
- Referee
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Apr | Western United FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 11 Apr | Melbourne City FC | A | 2–3 | L |
| 04 Apr | Macarthur FC | H | 1–5 | L |
| 30 Mar | Auckland FC | H | 0–2 | L |
| 15 Mar | Perth Glory FC | A | 3–1 | W |
| 08 Mar | Adelaide United FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 Apr | Brisbane Roar FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 13 Apr | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 05 Apr | Perth Glory FC | H | 3–1 | W |
| 16 Mar | Newcastle United Jets FC | A | 6–2 | W |
| 08 Mar | Wellington Phoenix FC | H | 4–1 | W |
| 28 Feb | Central Coast Mariners FC | A | 3–1 | W |
Key Stats
50%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (12 games)
H2H (12 games)
42%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' Brisbane Roar FC have kicked off against Western United FC. Both sides are eager to make an early statement.
- 2' What a moment for Samuel Klein! That strike on 2 puts his side firmly in control.
- 7' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Brisbane Roar FC side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 12' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 17' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 22' It’s high time John Aloisi made some changes to put the his team’s game back to action.
- 24' Goal! Florin Berenguer scores his 16 goal in 208 matches.
- 27' The referee does not hesitate — a card for Samuel Klein on 27 minutes.
- 32' With 0 assists to his name this season, Tate Russell is clearly more than just a goal scorer for Brisbane Roar FC.
- 37' It is a cagey affair so far. Brisbane Roar FC in their trying to find a way past Western United FC's compact .
- 42' It looks like no one’s ball. Western United FC is used to counterattacking playing. None of the sides are ready to take the lead.
- 45' What a moment for Hiroshi Ibusuki! That strike on 45 puts his side firmly in control.
- 46' It is a substitution in Western United FC team. Tate Russell is replaced by James Donachie on 46 minute.
- 51' Antonee Burke-Gilroy needs to be pretty careful with his discipline considering 0 Red cards this season.
- 56' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 61' James Donachie is putting in a real shift tonight. He has covered more ground than anyone else for Brisbane Roar FC so far.
- 66' Ben Halloran is replacing Florin Berenguer for the Brisbane Roar FC side.
- 68' Riku Danzaki makes way for Michael Ruhs at the 68 minute mark. A tactical switch from Western United FC.
- 71' Jack Hingert makes way for Louis Zabala at the 71 minute mark. A tactical switch from Brisbane Roar FC.
- 76' Brisbane Roar FC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Western United FC backline.
- 77' The Western United FC manager makes a substitution. Rhys Bozinovski departs to be replaced by Jordan Lauton.
- 79' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the card for James Donachie.
- 84' The 22-year-old Rhys Bozinovski has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 85' The supporters are chanting for Walid Shour. He replaces Jacob Brazete on 85 minute.
- 88' Western United FC ring the changes. Noah Botic has done his job and it is now time for Jake Najdovski to step up.
- 90' A meaty challenge results in booking for Walid Shour on 90.
- The points are shared — Brisbane Roar FC 2-1 Western United FC. Honours even.
Lineups
Brisbane Roar FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
19
Jack Hingert ↓ Louis Zabala 71'
-
10
Florin Berenguer ↓ Ben Halloran 66'
- 23
- 15
- 24
- 11
- 29
- 21
- 26
-
18
Jacob Brazete ↓ Walid Shour 85'
- 12
Bench
-
27
Ben Halloran ↑ 66'
- 1
-
35
Louis Zabala ↑ 71'
-
43
Adam Zimarino ↑ 85'
- 17
- 6
-
8
Walid Shour ↑ 85'
Coach
Ruben Zadkovich
Western United FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 33
- 32
-
13
Tate Russell ↓ James Donachie 46'
- 17
- 6
- 9
-
77
Riku Danzaki ↓ Michael Ruhs 68'
-
23
Rhys Bozinovski ↓ Jordan Lauton 77'
-
19
Noah Botic ↓ Jake Najdovski 88'
-
10
Matthew Grimaldi ↓ Luke Vickery 46'
- 30
Bench
- 7
-
4
James Donachie ↑ 46'
-
24
Michael Ruhs ↑ 68'
-
44
Jordan Lauton ↑ 77'
-
14
Jake Najdovski ↑ 88'
- 70
-
37
Luke Vickery ↑ 46'
Coach
John Aloisi
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Aleksandar Prijovic | 4 |
| Carlo Armiento | 2 |
| James O'Shea | 2 |
| Connor Pain | 2 |
| Hiroshi Ibusuki | 2 |
| Alessandro Diamanti | 1 |
| Samuel Klein | 1 |
| Dylan Pierias | 1 |
Head to Head
Brisbane Roar FC Form
Western United FC Form
2025-04-17
Brisbane Roar FC
2–1
Western United FC
L
2025-04-13
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
2–0
Western United FC
L
2025-04-05
Western United FC
3–1
Perth Glory FC
W
2025-03-16
Newcastle United Jets FC
2–6
Western United FC
W
2025-03-08
Western United FC
4–1
Wellington Phoenix FC
W
2025-02-28
Central Coast Mariners FC
1–3
Western United FC
W
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.37
Brisbane Roar FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.51
Western United FC xG
I would bet for:
Brisbane Roar FC or Western United FC 73% + Both teams to score 58%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Brisbane Roar FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.88
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
Brisbane Roar FC or Draw
64%
Draw or Western United FC
63%
Brisbane Roar FC or Western United FC
73%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Brisbane Roar FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
12.6%
1 – 2
8.4%
2 – 1
Actual
0 – 1
7.6%
0 – 0
7.5%
1 – 0
6.8%
0 – 2
6.3%
2 – 2
5.8%
2 – 0
5.2%
1 – 3
4.2%
3 – 1
3.5%
0 – 3
3.1%
Asian Handicap — Brisbane Roar FC
| Handicap | Brisbane Roar FC covers | Push | Western United FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 6% | — | 94% |
| -2 | 6% | 10% | 85% |
| -1.5 | 15% | — | 85% |
| -1 | 15% | 18% | 67% |
| -0.5 | 33% | — | 67% |
| +0.5 | 61% | — | 39% |
| +1 | 61% | 20% | 20% |
| +1.5 | 80% | — | 20% |
| +2 | 80% | 12% | 8% |
| +2.5 | 92% | — | 8% |
Clean Sheet
Brisbane Roar FC keeps clean sheet
23%
✓
Western United FC keeps clean sheet
26%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.