Western United FC vs Auckland FC, A League 2024-25 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Western United FC vs Auckland FC — A League at Wyndham Regional Football Facility.
- Western United FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Auckland FC 4 games · 5 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Kearney Robinson
- Referee
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Feb | Auckland FC | H | 0–2 | L |
| 09 Feb | Macarthur FC | A | 2–2 | D |
| 29 Jan | Central Coast Mariners FC | H | 2–2 | D |
| 17 Jan | Newcastle United Jets FC | H | 3–1 | W |
| 10 Jan | Melbourne Victory FC | A | 4–3 | W |
| 07 Jan | Melbourne City FC | A | 0–2 | L |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 Feb | Western United FC | A | 2–0 | W |
| 01 Feb | Macarthur FC | H | 2–1 | W |
| 26 Jan | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | A | 1–0 | W |
| 22 Jan | Adelaide United FC | A | 2–2 | D |
| 18 Jan | Melbourne City FC | H | 3–0 | W |
| 11 Jan | Perth Glory FC | A | 0–1 | L |
Key Stats
33%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (3 games)
H2H (3 games)
67%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
25%
Clean Sheets
Auckland FC this season
Auckland FC this season
Goal Timing (This Season)
Auckland FC
0-15
1/–
16-30
1/–
31-45
1/2
46-60
1/2
61-75
1/–
76+
1/3
■ Scored ■ Conceded
Top Scorers (This Season)
Auckland FC
| Lachlan Bayliss | 2 G |
| Hiroki Sakai | 1 G |
| Lachlan Brook | 1 G |
| Luka Vicelich | 1 G |
Events
Match Events
- 0' The match kicks off with home fans waiting with anticipation for Western United FC to score. At the same time, Auckland FC does not seem to pull back! Let’s get it on!
- 5' 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.
- 10' Auckland FC come into this ranked in Array. They desperately need points to push themselves up the standings.
- 15' Ben Garuccio is a natural and has been asked to do a very specific job for Western United FC tonight.
- 20' Matchday of the Array and both teams know exactly what is at stake tonight.
- 25' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Tomoki Imai made 34 appearances and scored 2 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 30' Western United FC are enjoying more possession but struggling to find a way through a disciplined Auckland FC backline.
- 35' 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.
- 40' Western United FC player sees a card in front of him.
- 44' Guillermo May Bartesaghi doubles the advantage! 0-1 and this game is slipping away from the opposition.
- 48' A stunning finish from Max Mata — that came from absolutely nowhere!
- 53' The travelling Auckland FC supporters hardly appreciate their team being pressed down to the backline.
- 58' We miss some good tackles and strikes. Is there anyone on the field to put the game back to action?
- 63' Western United FC are deployed in a today, looking to exploit space against Auckland FC's shape.
- 66' The Western United FC bench stirs into life. Riku Danzaki is withdrawn and Matthew Grimaldi gets his opportunity.
- 69' The crowd applauds Jake Brimmer as he leaves the pitch. Cameron Howieson steps in for Auckland FC.
- 74' While players are taking a pause, let’s have a look at their stats. The teams met 0 times this season with winning -% of all matches.
- 77' Sebastian Pasquali is replacing Jordan Lauton for the Western United FC side.
- 80' The supporters are chanting for Callan Elliot. He replaces Logan Rogerson on 80 minute.
- 83' Michael Ruhs gets the nod from Western United FC. He replaces Abel Walatee and will look to change the dynamic.
- 88' Both keepers have barely been tested. Western United FC and Auckland FC are cancelling each other out in the centre of the park.
- 90' The referee has no hesitation. Ben Garuccio is booked for Western United FC — card on 90.
- 90' Adama Coulibaly has so much to prove this time. He replaces Nando Pijnaker on 90 minute.
- The points are shared — Western United FC 0-2 Auckland FC. Honours even.
Lineups
Western United FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 33
- 17
- 6
- 9
-
77
Riku Danzaki ↓ Matthew Grimaldi 66'
- 23
- 19
- 44
-
29
Charbel Shamoon ↓ Tate Russell 77'
-
20
Abel Walatee ↓ Michael Ruhs 83'
- 30
Bench
-
13
Tate Russell ↑ 77'
-
21
Sebastian Pasquali ↑ 77'
-
24
Michael Ruhs ↑ 83'
- 22
-
10
Matthew Grimaldi ↑ 66'
- 70
- 37
Coach
John Aloisi
Auckland FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 2
-
22
Jake Brimmer ↓ Cameron Howieson 69'
- 5
-
27
Logan Rogerson ↓ Callan Elliot 80'
-
9
Max Mata ↓ Jesse Randall 69'
- 4
- 12
-
25
Neyder Moreno ↓ Marlee Francois 69'
- 10
- 15
- 28
Bench
- 1
-
17
Callan Elliot ↑ 80'
-
11
Marlee Francois ↑ 69'
- 14
-
7
Cameron Howieson ↑ 69'
-
21
Jesse Randall ↑ 69'
-
16
Adama Coulibaly ↑ 90'
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Noah Botic | 2 |
| Jesse Randall | 1 |
| Hiroshi Ibusuki | 1 |
| Riku Danzaki | 1 |
| Matthew Grimaldi | 1 |
| Max Mata | 1 |
| Guillermo May Bartesaghi | 1 |
| Angus Thurgate | 1 |
Head to Head
Western United FC Form
2025-02-15
Western United FC
0–2
Auckland FC
L
2025-02-09
Macarthur FC
2–2
Western United FC
D
2025-01-29
Western United FC
2–2
Central Coast Mariners FC
D
2025-01-17
Western United FC
3–1
Newcastle United Jets FC
W
2025-01-10
Melbourne Victory FC
3–4
Western United FC
W
2025-01-07
Melbourne City FC
2–0
Western United FC
L
Auckland FC Form
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
1 / 4
1.37
Western United FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.23
Auckland FC xG
I would bet for:
Western United FC or Auckland FC 71%
Match Result
✗ WrongActual: Auckland FC win
Both Teams to Score
✗ Wrong
Avg goals/match: 2.6
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 91% |
|
9% |
| ± 1.5 | 73% |
|
27% |
| ± 2.5 | 48% |
|
52% |
| ± 3.5 | 27% |
|
73% |
| ± 4.5 | 13% |
|
87% |
Double Chance
Western United FC or Draw
67%
Draw or Auckland FC
62%
Western United FC or Auckland FC
71%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Auckland FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
13.4%
0 – 0
9.4%
1 – 0
9.1%
2 – 1
8.3%
0 – 1
8%
1 – 2
7.4%
2 – 0
6.8%
0 – 2
Actual
2 – 2
5.1%
3 – 1
3.8%
3 – 0
3.1%
1 – 3
3.1%
Asian Handicap — Western United FC
| Handicap | Western United FC covers | Push | Auckland FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 7% | — | 93% |
| -2 | 7% | 12% | 82% |
| -1.5 | 18% | — | 82% |
| -1 | 18% | 20% | 61% |
| -0.5 | 39% | — | 61% |
| +0.5 | 68% | — | 32% |
| +1 | 68% | 18% | 14% |
| +1.5 | 86% | — | 14% |
| +2 | 86% | 9% | 5% |
| +2.5 | 95% | — | 5% |
Clean Sheet
Western United FC keeps clean sheet
30%
✓
Auckland FC keeps clean sheet
26%
✗
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.