Newcastle United Jets FC vs Central Coast Mariners FC, A League 2025-26 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Newcastle United Jets FC vs Central Coast Mariners FC — A League at McDonald Jones Stadium.
- Newcastle United Jets FC 26 games · 48 pts (2026/27)
- Central Coast Mariners FC 26 games · 32 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Calvin-Kei Berg (New Zealand)
- Referee Maddy Allum (Australia)
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
2026-04-25
Newcastle United Jets FC
4–0
Central Coast Mariners FC
2026-02-28
Central Coast Mariners FC
0–0
Newcastle United Jets FC
2025-10-19
Central Coast Mariners FC
3–2
Newcastle United Jets FC
2025-04-12
Newcastle United Jets FC
6–0
Central Coast Mariners FC
2025-02-01
Central Coast Mariners FC
2–2
Newcastle United Jets FC
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Apr | Central Coast Mariners FC | H | 4–0 | W |
| 17 Apr | Melbourne Victory FC | A | 2–2 | D |
| 11 Apr | Adelaide United FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 02 Apr | Macarthur FC | A | 2–3 | L |
| 22 Mar | Sydney FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 14 Mar | Auckland FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 25 Apr | Newcastle United Jets FC | A | 0–4 | L |
| 19 Apr | Auckland FC | A | 1–0 | W |
| 10 Apr | Brisbane Roar FC | H | 2–2 | D |
| 07 Apr | Melbourne City FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 04 Apr | Perth Glory FC | H | 2–2 | D |
| 21 Mar | Melbourne Victory FC | A | 1–4 | L |
Season Stats
| Newcastle United Jets FC | Central Coast Mariners FC | |
|---|---|---|
| #1 | Position | #9 |
| 48 | Points | 32 |
| 26 | Played | 26 |
| 15 / 3 / 8 | W / D / L | 8 / 8 / 10 |
| 55 | Scored | 35 |
| 39 | Conceded | 42 |
| +16 | GD | -7 |
| 1.85 | PPG | 1.23 |
| 58% | Win % | 31% |
Key Stats
57%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (23 games)
H2H (23 games)
65%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Newcastle United Jets FC are 1st (48 pts). Central Coast Mariners FC are 9th (32 pts).
Events
Match Events
- 0' The match kicks off with home fans waiting with anticipation for Newcastle United Jets FC to score. At the same time, Central Coast Mariners FC does not seem to pull back! Let’s get it on!
- 5' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. James Donachie made 210 appearances and scored 4 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 10' Not even hints on scoring a goal over the last 10 minutes.
- 15' Bailey Brandtman is putting in a real shift tonight. He has covered more ground than anyone else for Newcastle United Jets FC so far.
- 20' 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.
- 21' Newcastle United Jets FC is taking the lead after the goal scored by Will Dobson on 21.
- 25' What a moment for Clayton Taylor! That strike on 25 puts his side firmly in control.
- 30' Neither side is committing men forward. This has all the hallmarks of a tense, tactical contest.
- 35' Lucas Mauragis has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 12 cards already picked up this season.
- 40' looks like a favorite considering 0 games won in last 0 matches with its main striker scoring goals.
- 44' GOAL! Eli Adams fires home to make it 3-0!
- 46' A tactical swap from Central Coast Mariners FC — Nathan Paull on, Bradley Tapp off on 46 minutes.
- 51' It looks like no one’s ball. Newcastle United Jets FC is used to counterattacking playing. None of the sides are ready to take the lead.
- 56' Eli Adams makes way for Zach Clough at the 56 minute mark. A tactical switch from Newcastle United Jets FC.
- 61' Andrew Redmayne needs to be pretty careful with his discipline considering 0 Yellow cards this season.
- 62' Central Coast Mariners FC make a change. Jesse Mantell trudges off to be replaced by Miguel Di Pizio on 62 minutes.
- 67' Newcastle United Jets FC are keeping things exceptionally tight at the back. It will take something special to break them down.
- 68' The crowd applauds Will Dobson as he leaves the pitch. Kota Mizunuma steps in for Newcastle United Jets FC.
- 73' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Newcastle United Jets FC side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 77' The referee does not hesitate — a card for Lachlan Bayliss on 77 minutes.
- 78' A meaty challenge results in booking for Oliver Lavale on 78.
- 80' The supporters are chanting for Christian Theoharous. He replaces Ali Auglah on 80 minute.
- 85' Both keepers have barely been tested. Newcastle United Jets FC and Central Coast Mariners FC are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 86' Kota Mizunuma is having a superb {COMPETITION} campaign — that is 0 goals this season for the .
- 86' The Central Coast Mariners FC manager makes a substitution. Haine Eames departs to be replaced by Harrison Steele.
- Central Coast Mariners FC will have plenty to reflect on. Newcastle United Jets FC were simply the better side today.
Lineups
Newcastle United Jets FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
5
Joe Shaughnessy ↓ Max Cooper 56'
- 1
- 14
- 23
- 33
-
7
Eli Adams ↓ Zach Clough 56'
- 22
-
13
Clayton Taylor ↓ Kosta Grozos 80'
- 8
-
28
Will Dobson ↓ Kota Mizunuma 68'
-
11
Ben Gibson ↓ Xavier Bertoncello 68'
Bench
-
10
Zach Clough ↑ 56'
-
18
Kota Mizunuma ↑ 68'
-
17
Kosta Grozos ↑ 80'
- 20
-
42
Max Cooper ↑ 56'
- 24
-
43
Xavier Bertoncello ↑ 68'
Coach
Mark Milligan
Central Coast Mariners FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 15
- 30
- 2
- 72
- 5
- 18
-
26
Bradley Tapp ↓ Nathan Paull 46'
- 23
- 48
-
6
Haine Eames ↓ Harrison Steele 86'
-
45
Jesse Mantell ↓ Miguel Di Pizio 62'
Bench
-
7
Christian Theoharous ↑ 80'
-
16
Harrison Steele ↑ 86'
- 40
-
3
Nathan Paull ↑ 46'
-
10
Miguel Di Pizio ↑ 62'
-
37
Bailey Brandtman ↑ 62'
- 43
Coach
Warren Moon
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Jason Cummings | 5 |
| Joshua Nisbet | 3 |
| Dimi Petratos | 3 |
| Eli Adams | 3 |
| Lucas Mauragis | 2 |
| Samuel Silvera | 2 |
| Moresche | 2 |
| Clayton Taylor | 2 |
Head to Head
2026-04-25
Newcastle United Jets FC
4–0
Central Coast Mariners FC
2026-02-28
Central Coast Mariners FC
0–0
Newcastle United Jets FC
2025-10-19
Central Coast Mariners FC
3–2
Newcastle United Jets FC
2025-04-12
Newcastle United Jets FC
6–0
Central Coast Mariners FC
2025-02-01
Central Coast Mariners FC
2–2
Newcastle United Jets FC
Newcastle United Jets FC Form
2026-04-25
Newcastle United Jets FC
4–0
Central Coast Mariners FC
W
2026-04-17
Melbourne Victory FC
2–2
Newcastle United Jets FC
D
2026-04-11
Newcastle United Jets FC
1–1
Adelaide United FC
D
2026-04-02
Macarthur FC
3–2
Newcastle United Jets FC
L
2026-03-22
Sydney FC
1–2
Newcastle United Jets FC
W
2026-03-14
Newcastle United Jets FC
1–2
Auckland FC
L
Central Coast Mariners FC Form
2026-04-25
Newcastle United Jets FC
4–0
Central Coast Mariners FC
L
2026-04-19
Auckland FC
0–1
Central Coast Mariners FC
W
2026-04-10
Central Coast Mariners FC
2–2
Brisbane Roar FC
D
2026-04-07
Melbourne City FC
2–1
Central Coast Mariners FC
L
2026-04-04
Central Coast Mariners FC
2–2
Perth Glory FC
D
2026-03-21
Melbourne Victory FC
4–1
Central Coast Mariners FC
L
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
2.7
Newcastle United Jets FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.1
Central Coast Mariners FC xG
I would bet for:
Over 2.5 goals 72% + Newcastle United Jets FC to win 66%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Newcastle United Jets FC win
Both Teams to Score
✗ Wrong
Avg goals/match: 3.8
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 97% |
|
3% |
| ± 1.5 | 89% |
|
11% |
| ± 2.5 | 72% |
|
28% |
| ± 3.5 | 52% |
|
48% |
| ± 4.5 | 33% |
|
67% |
Double Chance
Newcastle United Jets FC or Draw
85%
Draw or Central Coast Mariners FC
34%
Newcastle United Jets FC or Central Coast Mariners FC
81%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Newcastle United Jets FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
2 – 1
8.8%
2 – 0
8.3%
3 – 1
7.7%
1 – 1
7.4%
3 – 0
7.2%
1 – 0
5.8%
4 – 1
5.2%
4 – 0
Actual
2 – 2
4.8%
3 – 2
4.3%
1 – 2
3.6%
0 – 0
3.4%
Asian Handicap — Newcastle United Jets FC
| Handicap | Newcastle United Jets FC covers | Push | Central Coast Mariners FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 30% | — | 70% |
| -2 | 30% | 20% | 51% |
| -1.5 | 49% | — | 51% |
| -1 | 49% | 20% | 30% |
| -0.5 | 70% | — | 30% |
| +0.5 | 87% | — | 13% |
| +1 | 87% | 8% | 5% |
| +1.5 | 95% | — | 5% |
| +2 | 95% | 3% | 1% |
| +2.5 | 99% | — | 1% |
Clean Sheet
Newcastle United Jets FC keeps clean sheet
34%
✗
Central Coast Mariners FC keeps clean sheet
8%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

