Perth Glory FC vs Sydney FC, A League 2018-19 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Perth Glory FC vs Sydney FC — A League at HBF Park.
- Perth Glory FC 26 games · 31 pts (2026/27)
- Sydney FC 26 games · 39 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Jarred Gillett
- Referee Kurt Ams
- Referee Arvin Shanmuganathan
- Referee Adam Fielding
- Referee Matthew Southern
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
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Jan | Sydney FC | H | 3–1 | W |
| 06 Jan | Brisbane Roar FC | A | 4–2 | W |
| 31 Dec | Central Coast Mariners FC | A | 4–1 | W |
| 21 Dec | Sydney FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 16 Dec | Newcastle United Jets FC | A | 2–0 | W |
| 08 Dec | Melbourne City FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 Jan | Perth Glory FC | A | 1–3 | L |
| 04 Jan | Central Coast Mariners FC | H | 5–2 | W |
| 29 Dec | Brisbane Roar FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 21 Dec | Perth Glory FC | A | 2–1 | W |
| 15 Dec | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | A | 3–1 | W |
| 08 Dec | Wellington Phoenix FC | H | 1–3 | L |
Season Stats
| Perth Glory FC | Sydney FC | |
|---|---|---|
| #10 | Position | #5 |
| 31 | Points | 39 |
| 26 | Played | 26 |
| 8 / 7 / 11 | W / D / L | 11 / 6 / 9 |
| 32 | Scored | 33 |
| 39 | Conceded | 25 |
| -7 | GD | +8 |
| 1.19 | PPG | 1.50 |
| 31% | Win % | 42% |
Key Stats
47%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (19 games)
H2H (19 games)
42%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Perth Glory FC are 10th (31 pts). Sydney FC are 5th (39 pts).
Events
Match Events
- 0' The wait is over. Perth Glory FC get us underway at HBF Park.
- 5' will be watching from the dugout nervously. His Perth Glory FC side need to improve if they are to claim all three points.
- 10' Anthony Caceres has certainly something to prove this evening. He made 26 appearances with only 0 goals this season.
- 13' Magnificent from Joel Chianese! That is 14 goals in 209 appearances — and it could not have come at a better time.
- 18' Perth Glory FC are deployed in a today, looking to exploit space against Sydney FC's shape.
- 23' Shane Lowry has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 0 cards already picked up this season.
- 24' A stunning finish from Joel Chianese — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 29' A quiet spell here at HBF Park. Perth Glory FC seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 34' Sydney FC fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 39' Matt Spiranovic picks up a Yellow card and will need to be extremely careful for the remainder of this match.
- 41' The referee shows Sydney FC player a Yellow card on 41.
- 45' GOAL! Brendon Santalab scores on 45. Assisted by Joel Chianese
- 48' The Australia Brendon Santalab breaks the deadlock on 45 minutes. 4-0!
- 53' While players are taking a pause, let’s have a look at their stats. The teams met 2 times this season with Sydney FC winning 50% of all matches.
- 58' We miss some good tackles and strikes. Is there anyone on the field to put the game back to action?
- 63' It looks surprising Perth Glory FC does not make any changes. Luke Ivanovic has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 64' Andy Keogh is replacing Brendon Santalab for the Perth Glory FC side.
- 66' Sydney FC ring the changes. Alex Brosque has done his job and it is now time for Danny DeSilva to step up.
- 68' Adam Le Fondre does the damage! The net is bulging and Sydney FC surge ahead!
- 70' Juande was booked on 70.
- 75' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 77' Another change for Sydney FC made on 77 minute. Siem de Jong leaves to be changed by Anthony Caceres.
- 78' The referee reaches into his pocket. Out comes the Yellow card for Shane Lowry.
- 81' Perth Glory FC ring the changes. Jason Davidson has done his job and it is now time for Scott Neville to step up.
- 86' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 89' Fresh legs for Perth Glory FC! Jacob Italiano comes on to replace Diego Castro.
- The referee blows the final whistle. Sensational lose for Sydney FC.
Lineups
Perth Glory FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 27
- 5
- 33
- 4
-
17
Diego Castro C ↓ Jacob Italiano 89'
- 88
- 7
-
11
Brendon Santalab ↓ Andy Keogh 64'
-
3
Jason Davidson ↓ Scott Neville 81'
- 16
- 13
Bench
- 1
-
23
Scott Neville ↑ 81'
- 20
-
9
Andy Keogh ↑ 64'
-
21
Jacob Italiano ↑ 89'
Coach
Tony Popović
Sydney FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
6
Josh Brillante ↓ Luke Ivanovic 81'
- 9
- 1
- 2
- 7
- 4
- 8
- 10
- 13
-
14
Alex Brosque C ↓ Danny DeSilva 66'
-
22
Siem de Jong ↓ Anthony Caceres 77'
Bench
-
11
Danny DeSilva ↑ 66'
- 20
-
17
Anthony Caceres ↑ 77'
- 18
-
31
Luke Ivanovic ↑ 81'
Coach
Steve Corica
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Joe Lolley | 9 |
| Adam Le Fondre | 6 |
| Robert Mak | 4 |
| Bruno Fornaroli | 2 |
| Adam Taggart | 2 |
| Luke Brattan | 2 |
| Kosta Barbarouses | 2 |
| Rhyan Grant | 2 |
Perth Glory FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.49
Perth Glory FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.4
Sydney FC xG
I would bet for:
Perth Glory FC or Sydney FC 73% + Both teams to score 59%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Perth Glory FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.89
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 | 33% |
|
67% |
| ± 4.5 | 17% |
|
83% |
Double Chance
Perth Glory FC or Draw
68%
Draw or Sydney FC
58%
Perth Glory FC or Sydney FC
73%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Perth Glory FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
12.5%
2 – 1
8.3%
1 – 2
7.8%
1 – 0
7.4%
0 – 0
7.4%
0 – 1
6.8%
2 – 0
6.1%
2 – 2
5.8%
0 – 2
5.3%
3 – 1
Actual
1 – 3
3.6%
3 – 0
3%
Asian Handicap — Perth Glory FC
| Handicap | Perth Glory FC covers | Push | Sydney FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 7% | — | 93% |
| -2 | 7% | 12% | 81% |
| -1.5 | 19% | — | 81% |
| -1 | 19% | 19% | 62% |
| -0.5 | 38% | — | 62% |
| +0.5 | 66% | — | 34% |
| +1 | 66% | 18% | 16% |
| +1.5 | 84% | — | 16% |
| +2 | 84% | 10% | 6% |
| +2.5 | 94% | — | 6% |
Clean Sheet
Perth Glory FC keeps clean sheet
25%
✓
Sydney FC keeps clean sheet
23%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.