With a 2-1 win over Central Coast Mariners on Sunday, the hosts moved up to sixth position in the league rankings. Trent Buhagiar scored in the 12th minute, and Beka Mikeltadze scored in the 66th after Jason Cummings equalised for the Mariners. It was their first win in four games, and a win today would move them up to fourth in the rankings.
Meanwhile, Brisbane has gone undefeated in their previous four games, drawing three of them. They are coming off a 1-1 tie with Adelaide United, which Jay O’Shea forced from the penalty spot in the fourth minute of additional time.
Prediction
Newcastle has won two of its three league games this season at home, and they are anticipated to do well here. Six of their eight goals have come at home this season.
Meanwhile, Brisbane has only one win this season and has relied on their defensive prowess in the league. Given that, this game might be a low-scoring battle that ends in a tie.
Newcastle Jets vs. Brisbane Roar, 1-1
Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
- The two sides have faced each other 48 times in tournaments. Newcastle leads 19-18, with 11 games ending in draws.
- Over 2.5 goals have been scored in three of their past seven league encounters, including four of the last five at Newcastle.
- The hosts have only won one of their past five games against Brisbane, with two games ending in draws and two games won by Brisbane.
- Brisbane has the league’s lowest offensive record, with five goals in six games. Surprisingly, they also have the joint-best defensive record, surrendering five goals.
possible starting Lineup
Newcastle Jets:
- Duncan;
- Ingham, Natta, Jurman, Jenkinson;
- O’Neill, Thurgate;
- Dartsmelia;
- Stynes, Mikeltadze, Buhagiar
Brisbane Roar:
- Freke;
- Hingert, Neville, Aldred, Trewin, Courtney-Perkins;
- Danzaki, O’Shea, Akbari;
- Austin, Mileusnic
Betting Tips
- Tip 1: Draw the result
- Tip 2: Over/Under 2.5 Goals Over/Under 2.5 Goals Under 2.5
- Yes, Newcastle will score first.
- Tip 4: Score at least one goal in the second half – Yes
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