Melbourne Victory
VS
Wellington Phoenix
Melbourne Victory vs Wellington Phoenix : A-League
Match Preview & Analysis
Melbourne Victory Set to Soar Against Wellington Phoenix at AAMI Park
The A-League is set to witness a thrilling encounter as Melbourne Victory host Wellington Phoenix at AAMI Park on Monday, 29 December 2025. With the stakes high, both teams will be looking to capitalize on their recent form and secure a vital win. Melbourne Victory, predicted to win, will be aiming to extend their lead, while Wellington Phoenix will be seeking to cause an upset and climb up the table. The match promises to be an intense and closely contested affair, with both teams boasting a mix of experience and young talent.
Match Details
- Competition: A-League
- Venue: AAMI Park, Melbourne
- Kick-off: 11:00
- Referee: None
Current Form
Melbourne Victory's recent form has been a mixed bag, with their last few matches yielding a record of DLWLLLDWW. Despite the inconsistencies, they have shown flashes of brilliance and will be looking to build on their recent wins. On the other hand, Wellington Phoenix have struggled to find consistency, with a recent form record of DWDLLWLLW. They will be seeking to turn their fortunes around and pull off a surprise win.Team News & Predicted Lineups
Melbourne Victory will be without the services of B. Hamill, who is nursing a knee injury, while F. Lino and R. Piscopo are also sidelined due to injury. Despite these absences, Melbourne Victory's predicted XI is expected to be strong, with a mix of experienced players and young talent. Wellington Phoenix, on the other hand, have a lengthy injury list, with D. Edwards, H. Ishige, N. Mileusnic, J. Oluwayemi, T. Payne, L. Supyk, and N. Walker all missing the fixture. Their predicted XI will likely feature a blend of youth and experience, as they look to overcome their injury woes and pull off a shock win.Head-to-Head
The head-to-head record between Melbourne Victory and Wellington Phoenix is closely contested, with the two teams having a long and storied history. Their last meeting saw Melbourne Victory emerge victorious, winning 3-2 against Wellington Phoenix. This rivalry is expected to be fierce, with both teams looking to assert their dominance and claim bragging rights.Tactical Analysis
The match is expected to be a battle of contrasting styles, with Melbourne Victory's wingplay pitted against Wellington Phoenix's low block. Melbourne Victory will likely look to utilize their pacey wingers to stretch the Wellington Phoenix defense, while the visitors will aim to absorb the pressure and catch their opponents on the counter. The key to success will lie in the midfield battle, where the team that wins the possession and territorial battle will likely emerge victorious.Match Prediction
Based on the recent form and head-to-head record, Melbourne Victory are predicted to win the match. However, given the injuries and unpredictability of the A-League, a double chance bet on Melbourne Victory or a draw may be the safest option. The match is expected to be a closely contested and intense affair, with both teams creating scoring opportunities. A final score of 2-1 in favor of Melbourne Victory is a likely outcome, but the match could go either way, making it a must-watch encounter for football fans.Team Form
Melbourne Victory
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Last 5: LLDWW
Wellington Phoenix
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Last 5: LWLLW
Head to Head
Last result: Wellington Phoenix 2 - 3 Melbourne Victory
Match Predictions
🏆 Winner: Melbourne Victory (Win or draw)
⚽ Goals: -1.5
🎯 Advice: Double chance : Melbourne Victory or draw