Newcastle United Jets FC vs Adelaide United FC, A League 2018-19 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Newcastle United Jets FC vs Adelaide United FC — A League at McDonald Jones Stadium.
- Newcastle United Jets FC 26 games · 48 pts (2026/27)
- Adelaide United FC 26 games · 43 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Jarred Gillett
- Referee Kearney Robinson
- Referee Craig Zetter
- Referee
- Referee David Walsh
4 games this season
🟨 3.8/game
⚽ 8.5 goals/game
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
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Dec | Adelaide United FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 23 Dec | Central Coast Mariners FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 16 Dec | Perth Glory FC | H | 0–2 | L |
| 09 Dec | Brisbane Roar FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| 02 Dec | Melbourne City FC | A | 0–3 | L |
| 23 Nov | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | A | 2–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 30 Dec | Newcastle United Jets FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 26 Dec | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | H | 2–2 | D |
| 16 Dec | Melbourne City FC | H | 0–2 | L |
| 08 Dec | Melbourne Victory FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 30 Nov | Brisbane Roar FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 24 Nov | Wellington Phoenix FC | A | 3–1 | W |
Season Stats
| Newcastle United Jets FC | Adelaide United FC | |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Position | #2 |
| 48 | Points | 43 |
| 26 | Played | 26 |
| 15 / 3 / 8 | W / D / L | 12 / 7 / 7 |
| 55 | Scored | 46 |
| 39 | Conceded | 36 |
| +16 | GD | +10 |
| 1.85 | PPG | 1.65 |
| 58% | Win % | 46% |
Key Stats
76%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (21 games)
H2H (21 games)
71%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Newcastle United Jets FC are 1st (48 pts). Adelaide United FC are 2nd (43 pts).
Events
Match Events
- 0' Temperatures are rising at McDonald Jones Stadium as Newcastle United Jets FC face off against Adelaide United FC in what promises to be a fascinating contest.
- 5' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 10' Newcastle United Jets FC has dominated the recent head-to-head record, winning 1 of the last 2 meetings.
- 15' The Array continues to deliver drama. Both Newcastle United Jets FC and Adelaide United FC are desperate not to drop points on matchday .
- 20' The referee has had an easy afternoon — neither side has been overly physical in the tackle.
- 25' The 39-year-old Michael Marrone has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 30' The home supporters are growing impatient. Newcastle United Jets FC must find a spark to ignite this game.
- 35' Nikola Mileusnic needs to be pretty careful with his discipline considering 3 Yellow cards this season.
- 38' Clinical. Composed. Brilliant. Nikola Mileusnic makes it 0-1.
- 43' Adelaide United FC are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 46' Another change for Newcastle United Jets FC made on 46 minute. Glen Moss leaves to be changed by Lewis Italiano.
- 48' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the Yellow card for Jason Hoffman.
- 53' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 58' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 61' Adelaide United FC ring the changes. Ken Ilso has done his job and it is now time for Ryan Kitto to step up.
- 66' The travelling Adelaide United FC supporters hardly appreciate their team being pressed down to the backline.
- 69' George Blackwood is ready to make an impact after coming on for Nikola Mileusnic at the 69 minute mark.
- 71' Kaine Sheppard has so much to prove this time. He replaces Jair on 71 minute.
- 75' A goal from the Republic of Ireland international Roy O'Donovan! He fires home on 75 to make it 1-1!
- 80' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 82' Ryan Kitto catches the referee's attention in entirely the wrong way. Yellow card on 82.
- 87' The crowd applauds Scott Galloway as he leaves the pitch. Michael Marrone steps in for Adelaide United FC.
- 90' Sensational shot from Craig Goodwin. Adelaide United FC is back in the lead.
- Time to leave. No sensation happened. Another win for Adelaide United FC players.
Lineups
Newcastle United Jets FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 7
-
1
Glen Moss ↓ Lewis Italiano 46'
- 4
- 17
- 44
- 5
- 3
- 6
- 10
- 9
-
8
Jair ↓ Kaine Sheppard 71'
Bench
- 18
- 32
-
20
Lewis Italiano ↑ 46'
-
23
Matt Ridenton ↑ 46'
-
14
Kaine Sheppard ↑ 71'
Coach
Ernie Merrick
Adelaide United FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 22
- 3
- 20
- 5
- 8
- 6
- 4
- 17
- 11
- 26
-
10
Ken Ilso ↓ Ryan Kitto 61'
Bench
- 1
-
2
Michael Marrone ↑ 87'
-
7
Ryan Kitto ↑ 61'
- 16
-
14
George Blackwood ↑ 69'
Coach
Marco Kurz
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Craig Goodwin | 6 |
| Ben Kantarovski | 3 |
| George Blackwood | 3 |
| Stefan Mauk | 3 |
| Ben Halloran | 2 |
| Jason Hoffman | 2 |
| Daniel Adlung | 2 |
| Hiroshi Ibusuki | 2 |
Head to Head
Newcastle United Jets FC Form
2018-12-30
Newcastle United Jets FC
1–2
Adelaide United FC
L
2018-12-23
Central Coast Mariners FC
1–2
Newcastle United Jets FC
W
2018-12-16
Newcastle United Jets FC
0–2
Perth Glory FC
L
2018-12-09
Newcastle United Jets FC
2–0
Brisbane Roar FC
W
2018-12-02
Melbourne City FC
3–0
Newcastle United Jets FC
L
2018-11-23
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
0–2
Newcastle United Jets FC
W
Adelaide United FC Form
2018-12-30
Newcastle United Jets FC
1–2
Adelaide United FC
W
2018-12-26
Adelaide United FC
2–2
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
D
2018-12-16
Adelaide United FC
0–2
Melbourne City FC
L
2018-12-08
Melbourne Victory FC
2–0
Adelaide United FC
L
2018-11-30
Adelaide United FC
2–1
Brisbane Roar FC
W
2018-11-24
Wellington Phoenix FC
1–3
Adelaide United FC
W
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
1.86
Newcastle United Jets FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.78
Adelaide United FC xG
I would bet for:
Newcastle United Jets FC or Adelaide United FC 75% + Both teams to score 70%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Adelaide United FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.64
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 96% |
|
4% |
| ± 1.5 | 88% |
|
12% |
| ± 2.5 | 69% |
|
31% |
| ± 3.5 | 49% |
|
51% |
| ± 4.5 | 30% |
|
70% |
Double Chance
Newcastle United Jets FC or Draw
65%
Draw or Adelaide United FC
61%
Newcastle United Jets FC or Adelaide United FC
75%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Adelaide United FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
9.5%
2 – 1
7.8%
1 – 2
Actual
2 – 2
6.9%
3 – 1
4.8%
2 – 0
4.6%
1 – 3
4.4%
1 – 0
4.3%
3 – 2
4.3%
0 – 2
4.2%
0 – 1
4.1%
2 – 3
4.1%
Asian Handicap — Newcastle United Jets FC
| Handicap | Newcastle United Jets FC covers | Push | Adelaide United FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 10% | — | 90% |
| -2 | 10% | 12% | 78% |
| -1.5 | 22% | — | 78% |
| -1 | 22% | 18% | 60% |
| -0.5 | 40% | — | 60% |
| +0.5 | 63% | — | 37% |
| +1 | 63% | 17% | 20% |
| +1.5 | 80% | — | 20% |
| +2 | 80% | 11% | 8% |
| +2.5 | 92% | — | 8% |
Clean Sheet
Newcastle United Jets FC keeps clean sheet
18%
✓
Adelaide United FC keeps clean sheet
16%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.