Central Coast Mariners vs FC Macarthur: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 17 January

Central Coast Mariners

L D L D W

9th place in Australia A-League

1-1

17/01/2026 23:00

FC Macarthur

L W W L L

7th place in Australia A-League

Australia A-League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Central Coast Mariners vs FC Macarthur on 17 January 2026 (kick-off: 23:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Central Coast Mariners vs FC Macarthur preview before placing your bet.

Central Coast Mariners will face FC Macarthur in Australia A-League on January 17, 2026 at 23:00.
Central Coast Mariners are currently 9th with 32 points after 26 matches.
FC Macarthur sit 7th with 34 points from 26 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 2.20.

Predictions 1x2 Under/Over 2.5 1X2 Live Half Time Half Time / Full Time Both To Score Double chance Handicap Scorers Corners Cards

Home team Away team

Probability %

Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

23:00

2026-01-17

Central Coast Mariners vs FC Macarthur - Prediction & Odds

Central Coast Mariners

FC Macarthur

2026-01-17 23:00

STANDINGS UP TO 17/01/2026

Overall Table	PTS	GP	W	D	L	GF	GA	+/-

01 Newcastle Jets	48	26	15	3	8	55	39	16
02 Adelaide United	43	26	12	7	7	46	36	10
03 Auckland FC	42	26	11	9	6	42	29	13
04 Melbourne Victory	40	26	11	7	8	44	33	11
05 Sydney FC	39	26	11	6	9	33	25	8
06 Melbourne City	38	26	10	8	8	33	33	0
07 FC Macarthur	34	26	9	7	10	37	44	-7
08 Wellington Phoenix	33	26	9	6	11	36	48	-12
09 Central Coast Mariners	32	26	8	8	10	35	42	-7
10 Perth Glory	31	26	8	7	11	32	39	-7
11 Brisbane Roar	26	26	6	8	12	27	36	-9
12 Western Sydney	21	26	5	6	15	27	43	-16

Head To Head

20/04/2025 03:00

Central Coast Mariners

2 - 2

FC Macarthur

AUS D1

23/12/2024 04:00

FC Macarthur

1 - 1

Central Coast Mariners

AUS D1

10/03/2024 02:00

FC Macarthur

0 - 3

Central Coast Mariners

AUS D1

22/02/2024 04:00

FC Macarthur

1 - 1

Central Coast Mariners

ACL2

29/10/2023 00:00

Central Coast Mariners

1 - 2

FC Macarthur

AUS D1

11/03/2023 02:00

Central Coast Mariners

4 - 1

FC Macarthur

AUS D1

Central Coast Mariners

17%

Draw

50%

FC Macarthur

33%

Central Coast Mariners Last 6 matches

10/01/2026 06:45

Perth Glory 3 - 0 Central Coast Mariners

AUS D1

04/01/2026 04:35

Adelaide United 0 - 4 Central Coast Mariners

AUS D1

31/12/2025 04:00

Central Coast Mariners 1 - 2 Brisbane Roar

AUS D1

20/12/2025 22:00

Wellington Phoenix 3 - 1 Central Coast Mariners

AUS D1

12/12/2025 04:35

Central Coast Mariners 1 - 2 Auckland FC

AUS D1

06/12/2025 05:30

Central Coast Mariners 1 - 2 Sydney FC

AUS D1

Win

17%

Draw

Lost

83%

Last 6 matches FC Macarthur

10/01/2026 04:35

FC Macarthur 0 - 3 Sydney FC

AUS D1

05/01/2026 04:00

FC Macarthur 1 - 1 Auckland FC

AUS D1

01/01/2026 04:00

Western Sydney 0 - 1 FC Macarthur

AUS D1

26/12/2025 04:35

Newcastle Jets 4 - 5 FC Macarthur

AUS D1

23/12/2025 04:15

Melbourne City 1 - 1 FC Macarthur

AUS D1

19/12/2025 04:05

FC Macarthur 2 - 1 Brisbane Roar

AUS D1

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Australia A-League

Played games

Central Coast Mariners

FC Macarthur

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.35

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.62

Scored

Avg. per game

1.42

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.69

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 26 matches

YesNo

21 (81%)5 (19%)

In last 26 matches

NoYes

19 (73%)7 (27%)

Central Coast Mariners

Recent matches

FC Macarthur

Under /Over

(81%)21 5(19%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(81%)21 5(19%)

Under /Over

(46%)12 14(54%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(35%)9 17(65%)

Under /Over

(42%)11 15(58%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(46%)12 14(54%)

/Yes

(65%)17 9(35%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(62%)16 10(38%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Central Coast Mariners

FC Macarthur

Shots

Central Coast Mariners

Total shots

10.12 avg / game

Blocked

74 total

Avg. 2.85

FC Macarthur

Total shots

14.31 avg / game

Blocked

112 total

Avg. 4.31

Central Coast Mariners Pass FC Macarthur

Total passes

9639

Avg. 371 / game

Accurate

78%

Ball possession

43%

Total passes

9990

Avg. 384 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

Central Coast Mariners

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

Central Coast Mariners

OTHERS

Central Coast Mariners

Played games

FC Macarthur

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.23

Clean sheets

0.15

3.65

Corners

145

5.58

19.23

500

Throw-ins

626

24.08

1.58

Offsides

1.69

4.77

124

GK saves

3.19

Central Coast Mariners

DISCIPLINARY

FC Macarthur

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.73

2.12

0.04

0.08

10.00

260

Fouls

262

10.08

10.15

264

Tackles

243

9.35

NEXT MATCHES

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NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Central Coast Mariners vs FC Macarthur Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Central Coast Mariners vs FC Macarthur on 17 January 2026 is generated by a statistical model that processes over 30 data points per match — including each team's last ten results, expected goals (xG), shots on target, defensive line metrics, set-piece vulnerability, and confirmed squad availability. For this Australia A-League fixture, our model also factors in home and away performance splits and any confirmed injuries or suspensions reported within 48 hours of kick-off. Every tip includes a probability percentage — not just a pick, but the data behind it.

Central Coast Mariners vs FC Macarthur Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Central Coast Mariners's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against FC Macarthur's away form — particularly goals conceded on the road and their tendency to score or keep clean sheets in away fixtures. Over/Under 2.5 goals, Both Teams to Score (BTTS), and the Asian Handicap line are all evaluated through this lens before a final recommendation is issued.

Australia A-League Context: Standings, Form & What's at Stake

League position and match context are decisive inputs. A team fighting relegation defends differently from one chasing European qualification — and our model accounts for that pressure. Check the live Australia A-League standings and the Australia A-League form table to understand exactly where Central Coast Mariners and FC Macarthur sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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