Western United FC vs Adelaide United FC, A League 2019-20 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Western United FC vs Adelaide United FC — A League at GMHBA Stadium.
- Western United FC 0 games · 0 pts (2025/26)
- Adelaide United FC 26 games · 43 pts (2025/26)
Match Details
- Referee Kurt Ams
- Referee Daniel Illievski
- Referee Alex King
- Referee Lachlan Keevers
- Referee Andrew Meimarakis
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
Recent Form
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Jan | Adelaide United FC | H | 3–4 | L |
| 19 Jan | Central Coast Mariners FC | H | 3–0 | W |
| 03 Jan | Melbourne City FC | A | 2–3 | L |
| 28 Dec | Wellington Phoenix FC | H | 1–3 | L |
| 20 Dec | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | A | 1–1 | D |
| 13 Dec | Brisbane Roar FC | A | 2–0 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26 Jan | Western United FC | A | 4–3 | W |
| 17 Jan | Melbourne Victory FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 11 Jan | Perth Glory FC | A | 0–3 | L |
| 04 Jan | Sydney FC | A | 1–2 | L |
| 27 Dec | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | H | 2–3 | L |
| 22 Dec | Central Coast Mariners FC | A | 1–2 | L |
Key Stats
75%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (12 games)
H2H (12 games)
83%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
11%
Clean Sheets
Adelaide United FC this season
Adelaide United FC this season
Goal Timing (This Season)
Adelaide United FC
0-15
–/1
16-30
1/2
31-45
–/1
46-60
–/2
61-75
4/–
76+
3/2
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
Adelaide United FC
| Luka Jovanovic | 11 G | 3 A |
| Johnny Yull | 4 G | 5 A |
| Ethan Alagich | 4 G | 4 A |
| Ryan Kitto | 3 G | 1 A |
Events
Match Events
- 0' Both captains have shaken hands and the referee is ready. We are underway at GMHBA Stadium!
- 5' Western United FC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Adelaide United FC backline.
- 9' Nikola Mileusnic has been a constant threat and now delivers with a goal on 9 minutes.
- 12' Magnificent from Besart Berisha! That is 30 goals in 335 appearances — and it could not have come at a better time.
- 15' Sensational shot from Nikola Mileusnic. Adelaide United FC is back in the lead.
- 18' A stunning finish from Riley McGree — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 23' The midfield battle is intense right now. Both Western United FC and Adelaide United FC are fighting for every inch of the pitch.
- 28' Over 28 minutes have gone by without a meaningful attack. The supporters want more.
- 33' Matchday of the Array and both teams know exactly what is at stake tonight.
- 38' George Blackwood has been disciplined this evening — perhaps mindful of those 0 cards already picked up this season.
- 43' Against the run of play, Besart Berisha has scored! This game has turned on its head.
- 48' The Array continues to deliver drama. Both Western United FC and Adelaide United FC are desperate not to drop points on matchday .
- 53' A tactical chess match is unfolding here. The question is which manager blinks first.
- 54' A goal from the Italy international Alessandro Diamanti! He fires home on 54 to make it 3-3!
- 59' It’s high time Gertjan Verbeek made some changes to put the his team’s game back to action.
- 64' The teams are not in a rush to score plenty of goals. It might look strange considering Adelaide United FC that had 233 games and scored 368 goals.
- 69' Jordan Elsey has certainly something to prove this evening. He made 26 appearances with only 0 goals this season.
- 72' The crowd applauds James Troisi as he leaves the pitch. Nathan Konstandopoulos steps in for Adelaide United FC.
- 75' The crowd applauds Connor Pain as he leaves the pitch. Joshua Cavallo steps in for Western United FC.
- 76' A moment of madness from Michael Jakobsen on 76 minutes earns him a Yellow card. Adelaide United FC will be frustrated.
- 79' A goal from the Australia international Nathan Konstandopoulos! He fires home on 79 to make it 3-4!
- 79' A moment of madness from Oskar Dillon on 79 minutes earns him a Yellow card. Western United FC will be frustrated.
- 84' Adelaide United FC fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 86' The crowd applauds Alessandro Diamanti as he leaves the pitch. Valentino Yuel steps in for Western United FC.
- 90' Adelaide United FC make a change. Nikola Mileusnic trudges off to be replaced by Ryan Kitto on 90 minutes.
- The points are shared — Western United FC 3-4 Adelaide United FC. Honours even.
Lineups
Western United FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 23
- 8
-
11
Connor Pain ↓ Joshua Cavallo 75'
- 15
-
19
Josh Risdon ↓ Dylan Pierias 72'
- 4
- 1
- 18
- 14
- 27
- 28
Bench
- 24
- 9
-
5
Dylan Pierias ↑ 72'
-
17
Joshua Cavallo ↑ 75'
-
7
Valentino Yuel ↑ 86'
- 30
- 22
Coach
Marko Rudan
Adelaide United FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 5
- 10
- 22
- 20
- 23
- 4
- 27
-
17
Nikola Mileusnic ↓ Ryan Kitto 90'
- 14
- 26
- 8
Bench
- 2
-
7
Ryan Kitto ↑ 90'
-
16
Nathan Konstandopoulos ↑ 72'
- 31
- 40
Coach
Gertjan Verbeek
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Besart Berisha | 4 |
| Zach Clough | 4 |
| Nestor Irankunda | 4 |
| Hiroshi Ibusuki | 3 |
| Connor Pain | 3 |
| Alessandro Diamanti | 2 |
| Ben Halloran | 2 |
| Dylan Pierias | 2 |
Head to Head
Western United FC Form
2020-01-26
Western United FC
3–4
Adelaide United FC
L
2020-01-19
Western United FC
3–0
Central Coast Mariners FC
W
2020-01-03
Melbourne City FC
3–2
Western United FC
L
2019-12-28
Western United FC
1–3
Wellington Phoenix FC
L
2019-12-20
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
1–1
Western United FC
D
2019-12-13
Brisbane Roar FC
0–2
Western United FC
W
Adelaide United FC Form
2020-01-26
Western United FC
3–4
Adelaide United FC
W
2020-01-17
Adelaide United FC
1–0
Melbourne Victory FC
W
2020-01-11
Perth Glory FC
3–0
Adelaide United FC
L
2020-01-04
Sydney FC
2–1
Adelaide United FC
L
2019-12-27
Adelaide United FC
2–3
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
L
2019-12-22
Central Coast Mariners FC
2–1
Adelaide United FC
L
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
2 / 4
2.06
Western United FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.99
Adelaide United FC xG
I would bet for:
Western United FC or Adelaide United FC 76% + Over 2.5 goals 76%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Adelaide United FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 4.05
Actual: Yes — both scored
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 97% |
|
3% |
| ± 1.5 | 91% |
|
9% |
| ± 2.5 | 76% |
|
24% |
| ± 3.5 | 57% |
|
43% |
| ± 4.5 | 38% |
|
62% |
Double Chance
Western United FC or Draw
64%
Draw or Adelaide United FC
61%
Western United FC or Adelaide United FC
76%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Adelaide United FC win at HT
Correct Score
✗ 3–4 not predicted3 – 4Actual
1 – 1
7.9%
2 – 1
7.2%
2 – 2
7%
1 – 2
6.9%
3 – 1
4.9%
3 – 2
4.8%
2 – 3
4.6%
1 – 3
4.5%
2 – 0
3.8%
0 – 2
3.5%
3 – 3
3.2%
1 – 0
3.2%
Asian Handicap — Western United FC
| Handicap | Western United FC covers | Push | Adelaide United FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 11% | — | 89% |
| -2 | 11% | 12% | 77% |
| -1.5 | 23% | — | 77% |
| -1 | 23% | 17% | 60% |
| -0.5 | 40% | — | 60% |
| +0.5 | 62% | — | 38% |
| +1 | 62% | 17% | 21% |
| +1.5 | 79% | — | 21% |
| +2 | 79% | 11% | 10% |
| +2.5 | 90% | — | 10% |
Clean Sheet
Western United FC keeps clean sheet
14%
✓
Adelaide United FC keeps clean sheet
14%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.