Western United FC vs Brisbane Roar FC, A League 2024-25 REGULAR SEASON
Overview
Match Preview
Western United FC vs Brisbane Roar FC — A League at Wyndham Regional Football Facility.
- Western United FC 0 games · 0 pts (2026/27)
- Brisbane Roar FC 26 games · 26 pts (2026/27)
Match Details
- Referee Alex King
- Referee
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Dec | Brisbane Roar FC | H | 1–0 | W |
| 21 Dec | Auckland FC | A | 4–0 | W |
| 14 Dec | Sydney FC | A | 4–3 | W |
| 07 Dec | Macarthur FC | H | 0–0 | D |
| 01 Dec | Melbourne Victory FC | H | 1–3 | L |
| 22 Nov | Perth Glory FC | A | 3–1 | W |
| Date | Opponent | H/A | Score | Result |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 29 Dec | Western United FC | A | 0–1 | L |
| 21 Dec | Perth Glory FC | H | 0–1 | L |
| 14 Dec | Western Sydney Wanderers FC | A | 2–2 | D |
| 06 Dec | Melbourne City FC | H | 1–4 | L |
| 30 Nov | Macarthur FC | A | 4–4 | D |
| 23 Nov | Adelaide United FC | H | 2–3 | L |
Key Stats
50%
Both Teams to Score
H2H (12 games)
H2H (12 games)
42%
Over 2.5 Goals
H2H history
H2H history
Events
Match Events
- 0' We are underway at Wyndham Regional Football Facility. The crowd does wile while the referee lows the starting whistle.
- 5' 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.
- 10' It’s high time John Aloisi made some changes to put the his team’s game back to action.
- 12' The referee has no hesitation. Walid Shour is booked for Brisbane Roar FC — card on 12.
- 17' While there is no rush on the pitch, let’s have a look at some stats. Lucas Herrington made 205 appearances and scored 1 goals. He is very likely to score a goal today.
- 22' Brisbane Roar FC fans have not had much to celebrate tonight. Their side is struggling to get forward.
- 27' 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 Jack Hingert suffering a number of foals already.
- 32' Spectators are craving for more action. Both teams play very cautiously. They need to put some more energy.
- 35' A meaty challenge results in booking for Ben Halloran on 35.
- 40' Players seem to put ease on their energy level Spectators hardly appreciate such approach. Teams need to speed up the tempo.
- 44' What a moment for Hiroshi Ibusuki! That strike on 44 puts his side firmly in control.
- 46' The Western United FC manager makes a substitution. Riku Danzaki departs to be replaced by Matthew Grimaldi.
- 51' The travelling Brisbane Roar FC supporters hardly appreciate their team being pressed down to the backline.
- 56' Brisbane Roar FC make a change. Walid Shour trudges off to be replaced by Louis Zabala on 56 minutes.
- 61' Rhys Bozinovski is a natural and has been asked to do a very specific job for Brisbane Roar FC tonight.
- 66' A quiet spell here at Wyndham Regional Football Facility. Brisbane Roar FC seem content sitting deep and soaking up pressure.
- 71' The Array continues to deliver drama. Both Western United FC and Brisbane Roar FC are desperate not to drop points on matchday .
- 72' It is a substitution in Western United FC team. Abel Walatee is replaced by Ramy Najjarine on 72 minute.
- 73' Another change for Western United FC made on 73 minute. Noah Botic leaves to be changed by Michael Ruhs.
- 78' Western United FC are deployed in a today, looking to exploit space against Brisbane Roar FC's shape.
- 79' Brisbane Roar FC manager makes another effort to make the tables turned. Jack Hingert is hanging Harry Van der Saag on the field on 79 minute.
- 82' Rhys Bozinovski makes way for Jordan Lauton at the 82 minute mark. A tactical switch from Western United FC.
- 85' Thomas Waddingham makes way for Rafael Struick at the 85 minute mark. A tactical switch from Brisbane Roar FC.
- 86' The referee calls foul for Lucas Herrington. He receives a card.
- 88' The referee does not hesitate — a card for Jack Hingert on 88 minutes.
- It finishes all square. Western United FC and Brisbane Roar FC share the spoils 1-0.
Lineups
Western United FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 33
- 32
- 13
- 6
- 9
-
77
Riku Danzaki ↓ Matthew Grimaldi 46'
-
23
Rhys Bozinovski ↓ Jordan Lauton 82'
-
19
Noah Botic ↓ Michael Ruhs 73'
- 29
-
20
Abel Walatee ↓ Ramy Najjarine 72'
- 30
Bench
-
7
Ramy Najjarine ↑ 72'
-
24
Michael Ruhs ↑ 73'
- 1
- 22
-
44
Jordan Lauton ↑ 82'
-
10
Matthew Grimaldi ↑ 46'
- 14
Coach
John Aloisi
Brisbane Roar FC Lineups
Starting XI
- 27
- 1
- 17
- 23
- 15
- 21
- 26
- 16
-
18
Jacob Brazete ↓ Adam Zimarino 56'
-
8
Walid Shour ↓ Louis Zabala 56'
- 12
Bench
-
19
Jack Hingert ↑ 79'
- 2
-
10
Florin Berenguer ↑ 56'
-
35
Louis Zabala ↑ 56'
-
7
Rafael Struick ↑ 85'
-
43
Adam Zimarino ↑ 56'
- 29
Coach
Ruben Zadkovich
H2H
H2H Top Scorers
| Player | Goals |
|---|---|
| Aleksandar Prijovic | 4 |
| James O'Shea | 2 |
| Connor Pain | 2 |
| Hiroshi Ibusuki | 2 |
| Carlo Armiento | 2 |
| Lachlan Wales | 1 |
| Thomas Waddingham | 1 |
| Juan Lescano | 1 |
Head to Head
Western United FC Form
Brisbane Roar FC Form
2024-12-29
Western United FC
1–0
Brisbane Roar FC
L
2024-12-21
Brisbane Roar FC
0–1
Perth Glory FC
L
2024-12-14
Western Sydney Wanderers FC
2–2
Brisbane Roar FC
D
2024-12-06
Brisbane Roar FC
1–4
Melbourne City FC
L
2024-11-30
Macarthur FC
4–4
Brisbane Roar FC
D
2024-11-23
Brisbane Roar FC
2–3
Adelaide United FC
L
Predictions
Prediction accuracy
3 / 4
1.33
Western United FC xG
Expected Goals
Dixon-Coles · Bivariate Poisson · Neg. Binomial · Elo
1.11
Brisbane Roar FC xG
I would bet for:
Under 2.5 goals 57%
Match Result
✓ CorrectActual: Western United FC win
Both Teams to Score
✓ Correct
Avg goals/match: 2.44
Actual: No — clean sheet
Over / Under Goals
✓ O/U 2.5| Line | Over | Under | |
|---|---|---|---|
| ± 0.5 | 89% |
|
11% |
| ± 1.5 | 70% |
|
30% |
| ± 2.5 | 43% |
|
57% |
| ± 3.5 | 23% |
|
77% |
| ± 4.5 | 11% |
|
89% |
Double Chance
Western United FC or Draw
74%
Draw or Brisbane Roar FC
53%
Western United FC or Brisbane Roar FC
73%
Half-Time Result
✗ WrongActual: Western United FC win at HT
Correct Score
✓ In top 12
1 – 1
13.8%
0 – 0
10.9%
1 – 0
Actual
0 – 1
8.6%
2 – 1
8.2%
2 – 0
7.5%
1 – 2
6.8%
0 – 2
5.2%
2 – 2
4.6%
3 – 1
3.7%
3 – 0
3.3%
1 – 3
2.5%
Asian Handicap — Western United FC
| Handicap | Western United FC covers | Push | Brisbane Roar FC covers |
|---|---|---|---|
| -2.5 | 7% | — | 93% |
| -2 | 7% | 12% | 81% |
| -1.5 | 19% | — | 81% |
| -1 | 19% | 21% | 60% |
| -0.5 | 40% | — | 60% |
| +0.5 | 70% | — | 30% |
| +1 | 70% | 17% | 12% |
| +1.5 | 88% | — | 12% |
| +2 | 88% | 8% | 4% |
| +2.5 | 96% | — | 4% |
Clean Sheet
Western United FC keeps clean sheet
34%
✗
Brisbane Roar FC keeps clean sheet
27%
✓
Predictions are statistical estimates based on season form, H2H history, and a Poisson model. Not financial advice.