Western Sydney Wanderers FC vs Central Coast Mariners FC, A League 2018-19 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Western Sydney Wanderers FC vs Central Coast Mariners FC — A League .
- Western Sydney Wanderers FC 4 games · 5 pts (2026/27)
- Central Coast Mariners FC 4 games · 2 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Jarred Gillett
- Referee Kearney Robinson
- Referee Kristian Griffiths-Jones
- Referee James Tesoriero
- Referee Stephen Lucas
5 games this season
🟨 6.0/game
⚽ 11.6 goals/game
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Dec | Central Coast Mariners FC | H | 2–0 | W |
| 01 Dec | Melbourne Victory FC | A | 0–4 | L |
| 23 Nov | Newcastle United Jets FC | H | 0–2 | L |
| 10 Nov | Brisbane Roar FC | H | 2–2 | D |
| 03 Nov | Wellington Phoenix FC | A | 3–0 | W |
| 27 Oct | Sydney FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 Dec | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| 01 Dec | Sydney FC | H | 1–2 | L |
| 25 Nov | Perth Glory FC | A | 2–3 | L |
| 11 Nov | Melbourne Victory FC | A | 1–4 | L |
| 04 Nov | Adelaide United FC | H | 0–3 | L |
| 27 Oct | Melbourne City FC | H | 1–1 | D |
Season Stats
| Western Sydney Wanderers FC | Central Coast Mariners FC | |
|---|---|---|
| #6 | Position | #11 |
| 5 | Points | 2 |
| 4 | Played | 4 |
| 1 / 2 / 1 | W / D / L | 0 / 2 / 2 |
| 6 | Scored | 4 |
| 4 | Conceded | 9 |
| +2 | GD | -5 |
| 1.25 | PPG | 0.50 |
| 25% | Win % | 0% |
Key Stats
59%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (17 games)
H2H (17 games)
65%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
50%
Clean Sheets
Western Sydney Wanderers FC this season
Western Sydney Wanderers FC this season
0%
Clean Sheets
Central Coast Mariners FC this season
Central Coast Mariners FC this season
Western Sydney Wanderers FC are 6th (5 pts). Central Coast Mariners FC are 11th (2 pts).
Goal Timing (This Season)
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
0-15
1/1
16-30
–/1
31-45
2/–
46-60
2/–
61-75
–/2
76+
2/–
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Central Coast Mariners FC
0-15
1/–
16-30
–/–
31-45
–/2
46-60
1/4
61-75
1/1
76+
1/2
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
| Nicolas Milanovic | 2 G |
| Brandon Borrello | 2 G |
| Miguel Di Pizio | 1 G |
| German Ferreyra | 1 G |
| Atiya Waraga | 1 G |
Central Coast Mariners FC
| Oliver Lavale | 4 G | |
| Ali Auglah | 1 G | 1 A |
Events
Match Events
- 0' Welcome to that hosts another battle between Western Sydney Wanderers FC and Central Coast Mariners FC.
- 5' Western Sydney Wanderers FC started playing very sharply right from the kick off. However, it slowed down the tempo rapidly by 5.
- 7' The referee does not hesitate — a Yellow card for Jordan O'Doherty on 7 minutes.
- 12' Western Sydney Wanderers FC are happy to let the opposition have the ball in their own half. The trap is set.
- 17' Western Sydney Wanderers FC is showing some good football. However, Western Sydney Wanderers FC are ready to play back every minute. It might result in some problems for the home side. The game will hardly remain goalless.
- 22' The Array continues to deliver drama. Both Western Sydney Wanderers FC and Central Coast Mariners FC are desperate not to drop points on matchday .
- 27' With 0 assists to his name this season, Brendan Hamill is clearly more than just a goal scorer for Western Sydney Wanderers FC.
- 32' The midfield battle is intense right now. Both Western Sydney Wanderers FC and Central Coast Mariners FC are fighting for every inch of the pitch.
- 37' We are waiting for someone to take the initiative. Who will be the first to commit to attack?
- 41' The referee has no hesitation. Josh Risdon is booked for Western Sydney Wanderers FC — Yellow card on 41.
- 43' The referee calls foul for Jacob Melling. He receives a Yellow card.
- 45' Keanu Baccus has been a constant threat and now delivers with a goal on 45 minutes.
- 45' It’s a booking for Central Coast Mariners FC player. Jake McGing gets a Yellow card.
- 48' Brilliant from the ! Keanu Baccus makes it 2-0 with a superb finish on 45.
- 53' Patrick Ziegler has been one of the livelier players on the pitch with 0 goals to his name this season.
- 58' It is a cagey affair so far. Western Sydney Wanderers FC in their trying to find a way past Central Coast Mariners FC's compact .
- 63' 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 Jaushua Sotirio suffering a number of foals already.
- 65' It is a substitution in Central Coast Mariners FC team. Antony Golec is replaced by Jack Clisby on 65 minute.
- 68' GOAL! Jaushua Sotirio scores on 68.
- 72' A change in the Central Coast Mariners FC ranks — Michael McGlinchey exits the field as Andrew Hoole enters on 72.
- 75' Fresh legs for Central Coast Mariners FC! Mario Shabow comes on to replace Jacob Melling.
- 76' The referee calls foul for Aiden O'Neill. He receives a Yellow card.
- 81' Central Coast Mariners FC fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 83' Western Sydney Wanderers FC make a change. Jordan O'Doherty trudges off to be replaced by Marc Tokich on 83 minutes.
- 88' The 34-year-old Josh Risdon has been sensational this season — 0 goals and 0 assists is a remarkable return.
- 90' A change in the Western Sydney Wanderers FC ranks — Alexander Baumjohann exits the field as Nick Fitzgerald enters on 90.
- Central Coast Mariners FC will have plenty to reflect on. Western Sydney Wanderers FC were simply the better side today.
Lineups
Western Sydney Wanderers FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 10
- 4
- 11
- 21
-
8
Jordan O'Doherty ↓ Marc Tokich 83'
- 20
- 5
-
16
Jaushua Sotirio ↓ Abraham Majok 90'
- 17
- 9
- 34
Bench
-
7
Nick Fitzgerald ↑ 90'
- 24
-
18
Marc Tokich ↑ 83'
-
49
Abraham Majok ↑ 90'
- 1
Coach
Markus Babbel
Central Coast Mariners FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 18
- 1
-
5
Antony Golec ↓ Jack Clisby 65'
- 15
- 4
-
22
Jacob Melling ↓ Mario Shabow 75'
- 11
- 8
- 19
- 13
- 20
Bench
-
23
Mario Shabow ↑ 75'
- 12
- 6
-
7
Andrew Hoole ↑ 72'
-
3
Jack Clisby ↑ 65'
Coach
Mike Mulvey
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Matt Simon | 4 |
| Mitch Duke | 3 |
| Brandon Borrello | 3 |
| Samuel Silvera | 3 |
| Michael Ruhs | 3 |
| Simon Cox | 2 |
| Jaushua Sotirio | 2 |
| Bruce Kamau | 2 |
Western Sydney Wanderers FC Form
2018-12-07
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
2–0
Central Coast Mariners FC
W
2018-12-01
Melbourne Victory FC
4–0
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
L
2018-11-23
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
0–2
Newcastle United Jets FC
L
2018-11-10
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
2–2
Brisbane Roar FC
D
2018-11-03
Wellington Phoenix FC
0–3
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
W
2018-10-27
Sydney FC
2–0
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
L
Central Coast Mariners FC Form
2018-12-07
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
2–0
Central Coast Mariners FC
L
2018-12-01
Central Coast Mariners FC
1–2
Sydney FC
L
2018-11-25
Perth Glory FC
3–2
Central Coast Mariners FC
L
2018-11-11
Melbourne Victory FC
4–1
Central Coast Mariners FC
L
2018-11-04
Central Coast Mariners FC
0–3
Adelaide United FC
L
2018-10-27
Central Coast Mariners FC
1–1
Melbourne City FC
D
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
2.45
Western Sydney Wanderers FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
0.67
Central Coast Mariners FC xG
I would bet for:
Western Sydney Wanderers FC to win 70% + Over 2.5 goals 59%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Western Sydney Wanderers FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 3.12
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✗ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 94% |
|
6% |
| ± 1.5 | 81% |
|
19% |
| ± 2.5 | 59% |
|
41% |
| ± 3.5 | 37% |
|
63% |
| ± 4.5 | 21% |
|
79% |
Double Chance
Western Sydney Wanderers FC or Draw
89%
Draw or Central Coast Mariners FC
30%
Western Sydney Wanderers FC or Central Coast Mariners FC
82%
Half-Time Result
✓ CorrectActual: Western Sydney Wanderers FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
2 – 0
Actual
1 – 0
10.7%
3 – 0
10.5%
2 – 1
8.6%
1 – 1
7.9%
3 – 1
7%
4 – 0
6.4%
0 – 0
5.9%
4 – 1
4.4%
5 – 0
3.2%
2 – 2
2.8%
0 – 1
2.4%
Asian Handicap — Western Sydney Wanderers FC
| Handicap | Western Sydney Wanderers FC covers | Push | Central Coast Mariners FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 31% | — | 69% |
| -2 | 31% | 22% | 47% |
| -1.5 | 53% | — | 47% |
| -1 | 53% | 22% | 25% |
| -0.5 | 75% | — | 25% |
| +0.5 | 92% | — | 8% |
| +1 | 92% | 5% | 2% |
| +1.5 | 98% | — | 2% |
| +2 | 98% | 2% | 0% |
| +2.5 | 100% | — | 0% |
Clean Sheet
Western Sydney Wanderers FC keeps clean sheet
52%
✓
Central Coast Mariners FC keeps clean sheet
10%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.

