Wellington Phoenix FC vs Western United FC, A League 2020-21 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Wellington Phoenix FC vs Western United FC — A League at WIN Stadium.
- Wellington Phoenix FC 26 games · 33 pts (2026/27)
- Western United FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Kristian Griffiths-Jones
- Referee Kurt Ams
- Referee Anton Shchetinin
- Referee Alex King
- Referee Adam Powers
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Apr | Western United FC | H | 3–2 | W |
| 05 Apr | Melbourne City FC | H | 2–3 | L |
| 28 Mar | Macarthur FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 24 Mar | Melbourne Victory FC | H | 4–1 | W |
| 21 Mar | Brisbane Roar FC | H | 1–1 | D |
| 15 Mar | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | A | 3–4 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 Apr | Wellington Phoenix FC | A | 2–3 | L |
| 05 Apr | Newcastle United Jets FC | A | 1–0 | W |
| 01 Apr | Melbourne City FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 20 Mar | Macarthur FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 14 Mar | Brisbane Roar FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 10 Mar | Sydney FC | A | 0–2 | L |
Key Stats
54%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (13 games)
H2H (13 games)
54%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' Temperatures are rising at WIN Stadium as Wellington Phoenix FC face off against Western United FC in what promises to be a fascinating contest.
- 5' It looks like no one’s ball. Wellington Phoenix FC is used to counterattacking playing. None of the sides are ready to take the lead.
- 10' Australia international Kaine Sheppard has been a key figure this campaign — 0 goals and 0 assists in the Array this season.
- 15' named a earlier, and opted for a in response. A fascinating tactical duel is developing.
- 20' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 25' Supporters expect more eagerness from Besart Berisha, as he is very good at scoring at WIN Stadium with 1 goals in the last 1 games.
- 30' looks like a favorite considering 0 games won in last 0 matches with its main striker scoring goals.
- 32' What composure from Besart Berisha! The Kosovo international strokes it home. 0-1.
- 37' Western United FC make a change. Lachlan Wales trudges off to be replaced by Brendan Hamill on 37 minutes.
- 42' 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.
- 46' What a strike from Ulises Davila! The score is 1-1.
- 51' It looks surprising Western United FC does not make any changes. Victor Sanchez has some obvious troubles when approaching to the goal.
- 53' Sensational shot from Jaushua Sotirio. Wellington Phoenix FC is back in the lead.
- 56' Against the run of play, Iker Guarrotxena has scored! This game has turned on its head.
- 57' Western United FC player sees a Yellow card in front of him.
- 62' A quiet spell here at WIN Stadium. Western United FC seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 63' The crowd applauds Victor Sanchez as he leaves the pitch. Steven Lustica steps in for Western United FC.
- 68' Luke Duzel has been a danger all night but risks an early exit having now seen a Yellow card on 68.
- 73' Western United FC fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 78' Wellington Phoenix FC started playing very sharply right from the kick off. However, it slowed down the tempo rapidly by 78.
- 82' Another substitution for Western United FC to replace Luke Duzel by Brad Inman on 82 minute.
- 87' 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.
- 90' Ben Waine does the damage! The net is bulging and Wellington Phoenix FC surge ahead!
- 90' Time for substitution for Wellington Phoenix FC. Ben Waine is replaced by Steven Taylor.
- What a match! Full time at {STADIUM} — Wellington Phoenix FC 3-2 Western United FC.
Lineups
Wellington Phoenix FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 9
- 23
- 8
- 11
- 20
- 16
-
18
Ben Waine ↓ Steven Taylor 90'
- 6
- 19
- 10
- 21
Bench
- 5
- 13
- 12
- 14
-
27
Steven Taylor ↑ 90'
- 1
- 15
Coach
Ufuk Talay
Western United FC Lineups
Starting XI
-
20
Victor Sanchez ↓ Steven Lustica 63'
- 11
- 4
-
7
Besart Berisha ↓ Kaine Sheppard 82'
- 6
- 5
-
8
Lachlan Wales ↓ Brendan Hamill 37'
-
25
Luke Duzel ↓ Brad Inman 82'
- 30
- 22
- 34
Bench
-
17
Brad Inman ↑ 82'
- 2
-
3
Brendan Hamill ↑ 37'
- 1
-
9
Kaine Sheppard ↑ 82'
-
21
Sebastian Pasquali ↑ 82'
-
10
Steven Lustica ↑ 63'
Coach
Marko Rudan
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Bozhidar Kraev | 3 |
| Oskar Zawada | 3 |
| Jaushua Sotirio | 3 |
| Ben Waine | 2 |
| David Ball | 2 |
| Ulises Davila | 2 |
| Alessandro Diamanti | 2 |
| Matthew Grimaldi | 2 |
Head to Head
Wellington Phoenix FC Form
2021-04-11
Wellington Phoenix FC
3–2
Western United FC
W
2021-04-05
Wellington Phoenix FC
2–3
Melbourne City FC
L
2021-03-28
Wellington Phoenix FC
0–1
Macarthur FC
L
2021-03-24
Wellington Phoenix FC
4–1
Melbourne Victory FC
W
2021-03-21
Wellington Phoenix FC
1–1
Brisbane Roar FC
D
2021-03-15
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
4–3
Wellington Phoenix FC
L
Western United FC Form
2021-04-11
Wellington Phoenix FC
3–2
Western United FC
L
2021-04-05
Newcastle United Jets FC
0–1
Western United FC
W
2021-04-01
Western United FC
2–1
Melbourne City FC
W
2021-03-20
Macarthur FC
2–1
Western United FC
L
2021-03-14
Western United FC
1–0
Brisbane Roar FC
W
2021-03-10
Sydney FC
2–0
Western United FC
L
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
4 / 4
1.66
Wellington Phoenix FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.19
Western United FC xG
I would bet for:
Both teams to score 57%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Wellington Phoenix FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.85
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 92% |
|
8% |
| ± 1.5 | 78% |
|
22% |
| ± 2.5 | 53% |
|
47% |
| ± 3.5 | 32% |
|
68% |
| ± 4.5 | 17% |
|
83% |
Double Chance
Wellington Phoenix FC or Draw
74%
Draw or Western United FC
52%
Wellington Phoenix FC or Western United FC
74%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Draw at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
12.3%
2 – 1
9.1%
1 – 0
8.7%
2 – 0
7.8%
0 – 0
7.6%
1 – 2
6.5%
0 – 1
6%
2 – 2
5.5%
3 – 1
5.1%
3 – 0
4.2%
0 – 2
4%
3 – 2
Actual
Asian Handicap — Wellington Phoenix FC
| Handicap | Wellington Phoenix FC covers | Push | Western United FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 11% | — | 89% |
| -2 | 11% | 14% | 75% |
| -1.5 | 25% | — | 75% |
| -1 | 25% | 22% | 53% |
| -0.5 | 47% | — | 53% |
| +0.5 | 74% | — | 26% |
| +1 | 74% | 15% | 11% |
| +1.5 | 89% | — | 11% |
| +2 | 89% | 7% | 4% |
| +2.5 | 96% | — | 4% |
Clean Sheet
Wellington Phoenix FC keeps clean sheet
31%
✓
Western United FC keeps clean sheet
20%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.