Prediction and Betting Tips for Western United versus Melbourne City | January 7th, 2024. On Sunday, Western United will host Melbourne City at the Melbourne Rectangular Stadium in their inaugural A-League match of 2024.
Prediction and Betting Tips for Western United versus Melbourne City | January 7th, 2024
The hosts are in last place in the league, having won only two of their first ten league games. They were trounced 2-0 by the Newcastle Jets in their last match, losing twice in the first 22 minutes.
In the 58th minute, the Jets were reduced to 10 men, but United failed to capitalize on their numerical advantage.
The visitors are unbeaten in their last seven games in all competitions and have returned to winning ways after three consecutive draws the previous week.
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Jamie Maclaren scored a hat-trick and Léo Natel got a brace in their 8-1 thrashing of Brisbane Roar.
It was their largest win in A-League history, and they will seek to keep scoring against United, who have the league’s joint-worst defensive record so far.
Prediction for Western United vs. Melbourne City
The hosts have had the worst offensive and defensive records in the A-League this season. They have seven goals in 10 games and have let up 23.
They have lost five of their last six league home games and are likely to suffer again here.
Captain Josh Risdon returns from suspension, while Ramy Najjarine has recovered from a foot injury and is set to play off the bench. Riku Danzaki was injured against the Newcastle Jets and will be out for some time.
City’s record has lately improved, as they were unbeaten in all competitions in December. They have scored seven goals in their past three road games in all competitions.
They will have to do without Aziz Behich, who has been called up to the Australia National squad for the 2023 AFC Asian Cup. Scott Galloway is expected to stand in for his countryman.