Central Coast Mariners vs Western Sydney: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 February

Central Coast Mariners

L W W W W

1st place in Australia A-League

1-0

18/02/2024 02:00

Western Sydney

W W L L L

7th place in Australia A-League

Australia A-League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Central Coast Mariners vs Western Sydney on 18 February 2024 (kick-off: 02:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Central Coast Mariners vs Western Sydney preview before placing your bet.

Central Coast Mariners are currently 1st with 55 points after 27 matches.
Western Sydney sit 7th with 37 points from 27 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Central Coast Mariners to win with probability 50%.
Head-to-head history favors Central Coast Mariners, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Western Sydney have one win, while 2 matches ended in draws.

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

02:00

2024-02-18

Central Coast Mariners vs Western Sydney - Prediction & Odds

Central Coast Mariners

Western Sydney

2024-02-18 02:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/02/2024

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

01 Central Coast Mariners	55	27	17	4	6	49	27	22
02 Wellington Phoenix	53	27	15	8	4	42	26	16
03 Melbourne Victory	42	27	10	12	5	43	33	10
04 Sydney FC	41	27	12	5	10	52	41	11
05 FC Macarthur	41	27	11	8	8	45	48	-3
06 Melbourne City	39	27	11	6	10	50	38	12
07 Western Sydney	37	27	11	4	12	44	48	-4
08 Adelaide United	32	27	9	5	13	52	53	-1
09 Brisbane Roar	30	27	8	6	13	42	55	-13
10 Newcastle Jets	28	27	6	10	11	39	47	-8
11 Western United FC	26	27	7	5	15	36	55	-19
12 Perth Glory	22	27	5	7	15	46	69	-23

Head To Head

06/01/2024 02:30

Western Sydney

0 - 1

Central Coast Mariners

AUS D1

04/03/2023 02:00

Western Sydney

2 - 0

Central Coast Mariners

AUS D1

28/01/2023 04:45

Central Coast Mariners

2 - 2

Western Sydney

AUS D1

05/11/2022 04:45

Western Sydney

0 - 3

Central Coast Mariners

AUS D1

13/04/2022 05:05

Western Sydney

2 - 2

Central Coast Mariners

AUS D1

18/12/2021 02:05

Central Coast Mariners

2 - 0

Western Sydney

AUS D1

Central Coast Mariners

50%

Draw

33%

Western Sydney

17%

Central Coast Mariners Last 6 matches

13/02/2024 05:00

Central Coast Mariners 4 - 0 Phnom Penh FC AFC Cup

10/02/2024 04:45

Central Coast Mariners 1 - 3 Sydney FC AUS D1

05/02/2024 23:00

Wellington Phoenix 0 - 0 Central Coast Mariners AUS D1

03/02/2024 04:45

Adelaide United 0 - 4 Central Coast Mariners AUS D1

27/01/2024 04:45

Central Coast Mariners 2 - 0 Brisbane Roar AUS D1

21/01/2024 03:00

Central Coast Mariners 2 - 1 Melbourne City AUS D1

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Western Sydney

11/02/2024 02:00

Western Sydney 3 - 3 Newcastle Jets AUS D1

04/02/2024 04:00

FC Macarthur 4 - 3 Western Sydney AUS D1

27/01/2024 02:00

Western United FC 0 - 1 Western Sydney AUS D1

20/01/2024 04:45

Western Sydney 1 - 2 Perth Glory AUS D1

12/01/2024 05:15

Melbourne City 0 - 1 Western Sydney AUS D1

06/01/2024 02:30

Western Sydney 0 - 1 Central Coast Mariners AUS D1

Win

33%

Draw

17%

Lost

50%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Australia A-League

Played games

Central Coast Mariners

197

Western Sydney

175

Goals

Scored

329

Avg. per game

1.67

Conceded

271

Avg. per game

1.38

Scored

287

Avg. per game

1.64

Conceded

271

Avg. per game

1.55

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 197 matches

YesNo

157 (80%)40 (20%)

In last 197 matches

NoYes

142 (81%)33 (19%)

Central Coast Mariners

Recent matches

Western Sydney

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(76%)34 11(24%)

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(47%)21 24(53%)

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

/Yes

(64%)29 16(36%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(51%)23 22(49%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Central Coast Mariners

Western Sydney

Shots

Central Coast Mariners

Total shots

12.17 avg / game

Blocked

395 total

Avg. 3.09

Western Sydney

Total shots

14.45 avg / game

Blocked

461 total

Avg. 4.35

Central Coast Mariners Pass Western Sydney

Total passes

70962

Avg. 435 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

48%

Total passes

68432

Avg. 485 / game

Accurate

84%

Ball possession

52%

TOTAL ATTACKS

Central Coast Mariners

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

Central Coast Mariners

OTHERS

Central Coast Mariners

197

Played games

Western Sydney

175

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.27

Clean sheets

0.25

4.80

946

Corners

931

5.32

8.16

1607

Throw-ins

1426

8.15

1.52

299

Offsides

295

1.69

3.26

642

GK saves

540

3.09

Central Coast Mariners

DISCIPLINARY

Western Sydney

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.77

348

319

1.82

0.10

0.08

10.46

2060

Fouls

1955

11.17

11.39

2244

Tackles

1905

10.89

NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Central Coast Mariners vs Western Sydney Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Central Coast Mariners vs Western Sydney on 18 February 2024 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 Western Sydney 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 Western Sydney'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 Western Sydney sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

Betiball.com publishes a weekly prediction accuracy review so you can verify our historical hit rate across 1x2, Over/Under, and BTTS markets. We do not hide results that went against our tip — full transparency on model performance is a core part of how Betiball.com operates. Our Australia A-League predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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