Perth Glory FC vs Melbourne City FC, A League 2023-24 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Perth Glory FC vs Melbourne City FC — A League at HBF Park.
- Perth Glory FC 4 games · 6 pts (2026/27)
- Melbourne City FC 4 games · 7 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Kearney Robinson
- Referee Shane Skinner
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Feb | Melbourne City FC | H | 4–2 | W |
| 28 Jan | Macarthur FC | A | 2–2 | D |
| 20 Jan | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 14 Jan | Wellington Phoenix FC | H | 3–4 | L |
| 06 Jan | Melbourne Victory FC | H | 2–3 | L |
| 31 Dec | Central Coast Mariners FC | A | 2–4 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 Feb | Perth Glory FC | A | 2–4 | L |
| 25 Jan | Adelaide United FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 21 Jan | Central Coast Mariners FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 12 Jan | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 07 Jan | Western United FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 28 Dec | Brisbane Roar FC | H | 8–1 | W |
Season Stats
| Perth Glory FC | Melbourne City FC | |
|---|---|---|
| #5 | Position | #4 |
| 6 | Points | 7 |
| 4 | Played | 4 |
| 2 / 0 / 2 | W / D / L | 2 / 1 / 1 |
| 8 | Scored | 6 |
| 5 | Conceded | 6 |
| +3 | GD | +0 |
| 1.50 | PPG | 1.75 |
| 50% | Win % | 50% |
Key Stats
47%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (19 games)
H2H (19 games)
68%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
25%
Clean Sheets
Perth Glory FC this season
Perth Glory FC this season
0%
Clean Sheets
Melbourne City FC this season
Melbourne City FC this season
Perth Glory FC are 5th (6 pts). Melbourne City FC are 4th (7 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
Perth Glory FC
0-15
–/–
16-30
2/1
31-45
2/1
46-60
3/–
61-75
–/–
76+
1/3
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Melbourne City FC
0-15
1/1
16-30
–/–
31-45
1/3
46-60
2/1
61-75
2/–
76+
–/1
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
Perth Glory FC
| Jaiden Kucharski | 3 G | 1 A |
| Matt Ellis | 2 G | |
| Tom Lawrence | 1 G | |
| Stefan Colakovski | 1 G | |
| Tadiwanashe Kuzamba | 1 G |
Melbourne City FC
| Andrew Nabbout | 2 G | |
| Emiliano Marcondes | 1 G | 2 A |
| Matheus Rossetto | 1 G | |
| Awer Mabil | 1 G | |
| Quinn MacNicol | 1 G |
Events
Match Events
- 0' The ball is rolling at HBF Park. Perth Glory FC are looking to make home advantage count against Melbourne City FC.
- 5' looks like a favorite considering 0 games won in last 0 matches with its main striker scoring goals.
- 10' Benjamin Mazzeo has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 0 cards already picked up this season.
- 15' The referee has had an easy afternoon — neither side has been overly physical in the tackle.
- 20' Neither side is committing men forward. This has all the hallmarks of a tense, tactical contest.
- 21' What composure from Aleksandar Susnjar! The Australia international strokes it home. 1-0.
- 26' 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.
- 31' Over 31 minutes have gone by without a meaningful attack. The supporters want more.
- 36' The referee is likely to let players tackle, as he already missed some meaty challenges during opening seconds. He is still to establish what should not be done by the players and what is acceptable on the pitch. It’s going to be a tough game for Oliver Sail suffering a number of foals already.
- 41' Melbourne City FC are keeping things exceptionally tight at the back. It will take something special to break them down.
- 46' Perth Glory FC currently sit in the Array table. A result here could be decisive in the race for the top positions.
- 48' The referee calls foul for Stefan Colakovski. He receives a card.
- 50' Brilliant from the ! Mustafa Amini makes it 2-0 with a superb finish on 45.
- 55' The tempo has dropped considerably in the last few minutes. Mike van Houten will be considering his options from the bench.
- 60' Tolgay Arslan doubles the advantage! 2-1 and this game is slipping away from the opposition.
- 60' A tactical swap from Melbourne City FC — Jordon Hall on, Nuno Reis off on 60 minutes.
- 61' Stefan Colakovski makes way for David Williams at the 61 minute mark. A tactical switch from Perth Glory FC.
- 63' A meaty challenge results in booking for Mustafa Amini on 63.
- 68' What a moment for Scott Galloway! That strike on 68 puts his side firmly in control.
- 70' Adam Taggart makes no mistake. The score reads 3-2 and Perth Glory FC are in front.
- 71' Another substitution for Melbourne City FC to replace Andrew Nabbout by Benjamin Mazzeo on 71 minute.
- 72' Another change for Melbourne City FC made on 72 minute. Terry Antonis leaves to be changed by James Jeggo.
- 77' Fresh legs for Perth Glory FC! Joel Anasmo comes on to replace Mustafa Amini.
- 80' Jarrod Carluccio has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a card on 80.
- 82' Mathew Leckie gets the nod from Melbourne City FC. He replaces Leo Natel and will look to change the dynamic.
- 83' Melbourne City FC make a change. Harry Politidis trudges off to be replaced by Max Caputo on 83 minutes.
- 84' Mathew Leckie was booked on 84.
- 89' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 90' Another substitution for Perth Glory FC to replace Adam Taggart by Luke Ivanovic on 90 minute.
- With this win, Perth Glory FC is likely to improve its situation in the overall team standings.
Lineups
Perth Glory FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 29
-
22
Adam Taggart ↓ Luke Ivanovic 90'
- 2
-
77
Bruce Kamau ↓ Jarrod Carluccio 77'
- 1
-
8
Mustafa Amini ↓ Joel Anasmo 77'
- 7
- 14
- 15
- 20
-
31
Daniel Bennie ↓ Luke Bodnar 77'
Bench
-
12
Luke Ivanovic ↑ 90'
- 16
-
17
Jarrod Carluccio ↑ 77'
-
4
Luke Bodnar ↑ 77'
- 13
-
18
David Williams ↑ 61'
-
48
Joel Anasmo ↑ 77'
Melbourne City FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 1
-
17
Terry Antonis ↓ James Jeggo 72'
- 6
- 2
- 9
- 15
-
11
Leo Natel ↓ Mathew Leckie 82'
-
4
Nuno Reis ↓ Jordon Hall 60'
- 22
- 10
-
45
Harry Politidis ↓ Max Caputo 83'
Bench
-
7
Mathew Leckie ↑ 82'
-
18
Jordon Hall ↑ 60'
- 21
-
3
James Jeggo ↑ 72'
- 33
-
37
Max Caputo ↑ 83'
-
46
Benjamin Mazzeo ↑ 71'
Coach
Mike van Houten
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Jamie MacLaren | 7 |
| Tolgay Arslan | 5 |
| Mathew Leckie | 4 |
| Callum Timmins | 3 |
| Steven Ugarkovic | 3 |
| Bruno Fornaroli | 3 |
| Florin Berenguer | 3 |
| Adam Taggart | 2 |
Head to Head
Perth Glory FC Form
2024-02-02
Perth Glory FC
4–2
Melbourne City FC
W
2024-01-28
Macarthur FC
2–2
Perth Glory FC
D
2024-01-20
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
1–2
Perth Glory FC
W
2024-01-14
Perth Glory FC
3–4
Wellington Phoenix FC
L
2024-01-06
Perth Glory FC
2–3
Melbourne Victory FC
L
2023-12-31
Central Coast Mariners FC
4–2
Perth Glory FC
L
Melbourne City FC Form
2024-02-02
Perth Glory FC
4–2
Melbourne City FC
L
2024-01-25
Melbourne City FC
1–0
Adelaide United FC
W
2024-01-21
Central Coast Mariners FC
2–1
Melbourne City FC
L
2024-01-12
Melbourne City FC
0–1
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
L
2024-01-07
Western United FC
1–2
Melbourne City FC
W
2023-12-28
Melbourne City FC
8–1
Brisbane Roar FC
W
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
2.52
Perth Glory FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.84
Melbourne City FC xG
I would bet for:
Over 2.5 goals 80% + Both teams to score 77%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Perth Glory FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 4.36
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 98% |
|
2% |
| ± 1.5 | 93% |
|
7% |
| ± 2.5 | 80% |
|
20% |
| ± 3.5 | 62% |
|
38% |
| ± 4.5 | 43% |
|
57% |
Double Chance
Perth Glory FC or Draw
72%
Draw or Melbourne City FC
50%
Perth Glory FC or Melbourne City FC
78%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
2 – 1
7.3%
1 – 1
6.7%
2 – 2
6.6%
3 – 1
6%
3 – 2
5.5%
1 – 2
5.4%
2 – 0
4.2%
2 – 3
4%
4 – 1
3.8%
4 – 2
Actual
3 – 0
3.4%
3 – 3
3.4%
Asian Handicap — Perth Glory FC
| Handicap | Perth Glory FC covers | Push | Melbourne City FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 18% | — | 82% |
| -2 | 18% | 15% | 67% |
| -1.5 | 33% | — | 67% |
| -1 | 33% | 19% | 48% |
| -0.5 | 52% | — | 48% |
| +0.5 | 72% | — | 28% |
| +1 | 72% | 14% | 14% |
| +1.5 | 86% | — | 14% |
| +2 | 86% | 8% | 6% |
| +2.5 | 94% | — | 6% |
Clean Sheet
Perth Glory FC keeps clean sheet
17%
✓
Melbourne City FC keeps clean sheet
9%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.