Sat, 18 Apr 2026, 07:00
A-League
Australia
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Match Timeline

44'
Justin Vidic⚽
Normal Goal
61'
Marcus Younis
Penalty
61'
Andrew NabboutπŸ”„
Substitution 1 β†’ Medin Memeti
61'
Harrison ShillingtonπŸ”„
Substitution 2 β†’ Peter Antoniou
66'
Marcus Younis⚽
Normal Goal
70'
Georgios VrakasπŸ”„
Substitution 1 β†’ Quinn MacNicol
70'
James McGarryπŸ”„
Substitution 2 β†’ Matt Dench
74'
Jordan LautonπŸ”„
Substitution 3 β†’ Jay O'Shea
75'
Kavian RahmaniπŸ”„
Substitution 3 β†’ Emin Durakovic
75'
Zane SchreiberπŸ”„
Substitution 4 β†’ Mathew Leckie
80'
Medin Memeti⚽
Normal Goal β†’ Elbasan Rashani
81'
Marcus YounisπŸ”„
Substitution 5 β†’ Max Caputo
82'
Marius LodeπŸ”„
Substitution 4 β†’ Niall Thom
84'
Andreas Kuen🟨
Yellow Card
89'
Medin Memeti🟨
Yellow Card
90+2'
Youstin Salas⚽
Normal Goal

Match Statistics

3Shots on Goal6
8Shots off Goal4
15Total Shots10
4Blocked Shots0
8Shots insidebox7
7Shots outsidebox3
14Fouls14
3Corner Kicks5
0Offsides2
55Ball Possession45
0Yellow Cards2
3Goalkeeper Saves1
422Total passes340
332Passes accurate262
79Passes %77

Starting Lineups

Brisbane RoarBrisbane Roar1:1

Starting XI

1Dean BouzanisG
23James McGarryD
8Samuel KleinM
10Georgios VrakasM
17Justin VidicF
5Marius LodeD
31Noah MaieroniM
44Jordan LautonM
3Dimitrios ValkanisD
13Henry HoreM
2Youstin SalasD

Melbourne CityMelbourne City1:1

Starting XI

1Patrick BeachG
16Aziz BehichD
47Kavian RahmaniM
11Elbasan RashaniF
26Samuel SouprayenD
19Zane SchreiberM
15Andrew NabboutF
22GermΓ‘n FerreyraD
30Andreas KuenM
28Marcus YounisF
36Harrison ShillingtonD

Head-to-Head

πŸ“ˆ Team Form & Statistics

Brisbane Roar
Brisbane Roar
Form: D-D-L-D-D
Melbourne City
Melbourne City
Form: W-W-W-D-W
Record
0 W
5 D
5 L
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4 W
4 D
2 L
Goals Per Game
1.1
Scored
vs
1.1
Scored
1.8
Conceded
vs
0.9
Conceded
Betting Indicators
Clean Sheets
10%
Clean Sheets
50%
BTTS
80%
BTTS
40%
Home/Away Performance
Scored
Home:1.2
Away:1.0
Conceded
Home:1.7
Away:2.0
Scored
Home:1.5
Away:0.5
Conceded
Home:0.8
Away:1.0

⚑ Elo Ratings

Long Term Elo Rating
1421
Average
1627
Good
Short Term Elo Rating
1383
↓ Momentum (-37)
1627
↑ Momentum (+1)
Expected Outcome
18%
Home Win
24%
Draw
58%
Away Win
Attack & Defence Elo
Long Term
1409
Attack
1503
1499
Defence
1607
Recent Form
1377
Attack
1489
1493
Defence
1598
Post-Match Changes
-9
Rating Change
0
Rating Change
Elo ratings measure team strength based on match results and opponent quality. Higher ratings indicate stronger teams.

πŸ“ Match Preview

Brisbane Roar vs Melbourne City: A-League Preview & Tips
Recommendation:UNDER_2_5
Odds:1.95
Expected Value:+22.9%
Confidence:7

Right, let's get into this A-League clash. Brisbane Roar are hosting Melbourne City, and the numbers tell a pretty clear story. Brisbane Roar are in a tough spot. Sitting 11th in the table with just 26 points, they haven't won a single game in their last 10 outings. That's a 0% win rate. They're conceding 1.80 goals per game, which is a bit of a leaky defense. Their clean sheet rate is just 10%, meaning they rarely keep the ball out of the net. At home, they're drawing 50% of their games, but winning none. Their recent results show a string of draws and losses, including a 2-2 draw against Central Coast Mariners and a 0-0 draw against Sydney. Melbourne City, on the other hand, are looking much sharper. They're 6th in the table with 35 points. In their last 10 games, they've won 4 and drawn 4. Their defense is the standout stat here; they're only conceding 0.90 goals per game and have kept a clean sheet in 50% of their matches. Even away from home, they're solid, conceding just 1.00 goals per game on the road. When these two teams meet, history is on City's side. In their last 10 head-to-head meetings, Melbourne City have won 7 times. Roar have only won once. The average goals in those games was 3.2, but recent form suggests a tighter contest. Looking at the goals, the math points to a tighter game than you might expect. Based on recent form, we expect around 2.16 goals in total. The odds for Under 2.5 Goals are 1.95, which implies a 51% chance. Our analysis suggests the real chance is closer to 63%. That's a solid value edge of over 10%. City has had 6 days rest compared to Roar's 8 days, but City played 3 matches in the last 14 days. Still, their defense remains the key. Roar's home goal expectancy is 1.17 scored, 1.67 conceded. City's away goal expectancy is 0.50 scored, 1.00 conceded. Sum = 2.17. This supports Under 2.5. **Key Points:** * Roar: 0 wins in last 10 games. * City: 50% clean sheet rate. * H2H: City won 7 of 10 meetings. * Expected Goals: 2.16 total. **The Verdict:** The pick is Under 2.5 Goals.

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Brisbane Roar vs Melbourne City - A-League Betting Preview
Recommendation:UNDER_2_5
Odds:1.95
Expected Value:+17.0%
Confidence:7

Hmmm, the Force is strong with Melbourne City, yes. But be careful, you must. In this match, the past tells us much. Brisbane Roar, they struggle greatly. Zero wins in ten games, they have. Their home form, also weak. 0.50 points per game, they earn. Goals conceded, 1.80 per game, they allow. Clean sheets, few they keep. In the last ten fixtures, Roar has not won once. This is a sign of weakness, it is. Melbourne City, they are stronger. 1.60 points per game, they earn. In the head-to-head, City wins seven of ten. The last meeting, 0-1, City won. The history, it favors the visitors. Six points higher in the table, City sits. Form, they have good. Away, they are decent. 25% win rate, they show. Goals, few there will be. Expectancy says 2.16 total. Under 2.5, the value lies there. Roar scores 1.10, City scores 1.10. Together, 2.20 goals expected. The odds for Under 2.5 are 1.95. Implied probability is low, but fair probability is higher. Edge, there is. Hedge your bets, you should. Do not gamble blindly. The stats, they speak clearly. Roar's defense is leaky, but City's attack is not explosive away. 0.50 goals per game away, City scores. The math, it suggests a tight contest. Key Points: - Brisbane Roar: 0 wins in last 10 games. - Melbourne City: 7 wins in last 10 H2H meetings. - Goal Expectancy: 2.16 total goals. - Under 2.5 Goals: Odds 1.95 offer value. The wise choice, it is clear. Under 2.5 Goals, we pick. Do or do not bet, there is no try.

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Brisbane Roar vs Melbourne City: A-League Preview & Betting Tips
Recommendation:AWAY_WIN
Odds:2.10
Expected Value:+15.5%
Confidence:7

G'day mates, it's Pajimon here. What do you mean no meat? We're looking at a proper A-League showdown between Brisbane Roar and Melbourne City. This isn't just another match; the stats are screaming one thing. Let's talk form first. Brisbane Roar is in a real slump. They have zero wins in their last 10 games. Their points per game is a measly 0.50. They've conceded 1.80 goals per game on average, which is a leaky defense if you ask me. Meanwhile, Melbourne City is looking sharp. They've secured 4 wins in their last 10, averaging 1.60 points per game. Their defense is tighter, conceding only 0.90 goals per game. The head-to-head record is where this gets interesting. In the last 10 meetings, Melbourne City has won 7 times. Brisbane has only managed 1 win. Even at Brisbane's home ground, Melbourne City has the upper hand. The last time they met, Melbourne City took a 1-0 victory. Brisbane's home record against Melbourne City specifically is 1 win, 2 draws, and 2 losses. That's a 20% win rate for the home side. Looking at the league table, Melbourne City sits in 6th place with 35 points, while Brisbane Roar is down in 11th with just 26 points. That's a 9-point gap. Statistically, Melbourne City scores 1.10 goals per game, while Brisbane concedes 1.80. The goal expectancy suggests a tight game, but Melbourne's defensive solidity (50% clean sheet rate) gives them the edge. So, what's the play? Brisbane is winless in 10 games. Melbourne is flying high. The odds for an Away Win are 2.10. Given the H2H dominance and the form gap, I see value here. It's time to put your money on the visitors. Don't let the home advantage fool you; the data says Melbourne City takes the points. **Key Points:** - Brisbane Roar: 0 wins in last 10 games, 0.50 PPG. - Melbourne City: 4 wins in last 10 games, 1.60 PPG. - H2H: Melbourne City won 7 of 10 matches. - Standings: Melbourne City 6th (35 pts) vs Brisbane 11th (26 pts). - Defence: Melbourne City concedes 0.90/game vs Brisbane 1.80/game. **Summary:** Based on the winless run of Brisbane and the strong H2H record of Melbourne City, the recommended bet is **Melbourne City to Win**.

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Brisbane Roar vs Melbourne City - Value Vinny Preview
Recommendation:AWAY_WIN
Odds:2.10
Expected Value:+15.5%
Confidence:7

The numbers don't lie, and the bookies often do. In this A-League clash, the data screams one clear direction. Brisbane Roar are in a freefall, sitting 11th with just 26 points, while Melbourne City hold 6th place with 35 points. The gap is significant, but the real story is in the head-to-head record. Melbourne City have dominated this fixture historically. In the last 10 meetings, City have won 7 times compared to Roar's single victory. The last meeting ended 0-1 to City. Roar haven't beaten City in this fixture recently, and their current form offers no hope. In their last 10 games, Roar have zero wins, averaging just 0.50 points per game. Their home defense is porous, conceding 1.67 goals per game at home. Melbourne City, on the other hand, are averaging 1.60 points per game over their last 10 matches. They have kept 5 clean sheets in that span, conceding only 0.90 goals per game. While their away scoring is modest at 0.50 goals per game, their defensive solidity is the key. Roar struggle to break down defenses, averaging 1.17 goals per game at home, but City's defense (0.83 home, 1.00 away) suggests Roar will struggle to find the net. The odds for an Away Win sit at 2.10, implying a 47.6% chance. Given City's 70% win rate in this specific H2H matchup and their superior league position, the true probability is likely closer to 55%. That creates a clear mathematical edge. Roar's inability to win at home (0% win rate in last 6) further supports the away side. The market is underpricing City's dominance in this fixture. Value Vinny's verdict: The odds suggest City should win. The math backs it up. Don't chase the Over 2.5 Goals at 1.80 when the goal expectancy suggests a tighter game. Stick to the outcome where the value is clearest. **Key Points:** - Melbourne City dominates H2H (7 wins vs 1 for Roar). - Roar has 0 wins in last 10 games; City has 4 wins. - City's defense (0.90 conceded/game) is superior to Roar's (1.80 conceded/game). - Away Win odds of 2.10 offer significant value based on H2H and form. **Recommended Bet:** Melbourne City to Win (Away Win).

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