FC Macarthur vs Central Coast Mariners: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 23 December

FC Macarthur

W D W D L

8th place in Australia A-League

1-1

23/12/2024 04:00

Central Coast Mariners

D W L L D

10th place in Australia A-League

Australia A-League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for FC Macarthur vs Central Coast Mariners on 23 December 2024 (kick-off: 04:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full FC Macarthur vs Central Coast Mariners preview before placing your bet.

FC Macarthur will face Central Coast Mariners in Australia A-League on December 23, 2024 at 04:00.
FC Macarthur are currently 8th with 33 points after 26 matches.
Central Coast Mariners sit 10th with 26 points from 26 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 1 and average coefficient 1.87.

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

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Pred

Correct

Avg.g

Coef.

Score.

Live coef.

Weather

04:00

2024-12-23

FC Macarthur vs Central Coast Mariners - Prediction & Odds

FC Macarthur

Central Coast Mariners

2024-12-23 04:00

STANDINGS UP TO 23/12/2024

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

01 Auckland FC	53	26	15	8	3	49	27	22
02 Melbourne City	48	26	14	6	6	41	25	16
03 Western United FC	47	26	14	5	7	55	37	18
04 Western Sydney	46	26	13	7	6	58	40	18
05 Melbourne Victory	43	26	12	7	7	44	36	8
06 Adelaide United	38	26	10	8	8	53	55	-2
07 Sydney FC	37	26	10	7	9	53	46	7
08 FC Macarthur	33	26	9	6	11	50	45	5
09 Newcastle Jets	30	26	8	6	12	43	44	-1
10 Central Coast Mariners	26	26	5	11	10	29	51	-22
11 Wellington Phoenix	24	26	6	6	14	27	43	-16
12 Brisbane Roar	21	26	5	6	15	32	51	-19
13 Perth Glory	17	26	4	5	17	22	56	-34

Head To Head

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

13/01/2023 04:45

FC Macarthur

1 - 2

Central Coast Mariners

AUS D1

13/11/2022 00:00

Central Coast Mariners

2 - 3

FC Macarthur

AUS D1

FC Macarthur

17%

Draw

17%

Central Coast Mariners

67%

FC Macarthur Last 6 matches

14/12/2024 00:00

Wellington Phoenix 1 - 2 FC Macarthur

AUS D1

07/12/2024 03:00

Western United FC 0 - 0 FC Macarthur

AUS D1

30/11/2024 04:35

FC Macarthur 4 - 4 Brisbane Roar

AUS D1

24/11/2024 01:10

FC Macarthur 0 - 1 Auckland FC

AUS D1

10/11/2024 03:00

Sydney FC 1 - 2 FC Macarthur

AUS D1

03/11/2024 01:00

Melbourne Victory 2 - 1 FC Macarthur

AUS D1

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Central Coast Mariners

13/12/2024 04:35

Central Coast Mariners 0 - 4 Adelaide United

AUS D1

08/12/2024 03:00

Central Coast Mariners 2 - 1 Sydney FC

AUS D1

03/12/2024 04:00

Central Coast Mariners 0 - 4 Yokohama Marinos

ACLE

26/11/2024 06:00

Vissel Kobe 3 - 2 Central Coast Mariners

ACLE

22/11/2024 05:10

Newcastle Jets 1 - 2 Central Coast Mariners

AUS D1

10/11/2024 01:00

Central Coast Mariners 0 - 3 Wellington Phoenix

AUS D1

Win

33%

Draw

Lost

67%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Australia A-League

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

FC Macarthur

Central Coast Mariners

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.88

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.81

Scored

Avg. per game

0.46

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.92

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

3 (50%)3 (50%)

In last 26 matches

YesNo

15 (58%)11 (42%)

In last 26 matches

NoYes

9 (35%)17 (65%)

FC Macarthur

Recent matches

Central Coast Mariners

Under /Over

(88%)23 3(12%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(85%)22 4(15%)

Under /Over

(54%)14 12(46%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(38%)10 16(62%)

Under /Over

(54%)14 12(46%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(38%)10 16(62%)

/Yes

(77%)20 6(23%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(65%)17 9(35%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

FC Macarthur

Central Coast Mariners

Shots

FC Macarthur

Total shots

14.88 avg / game

Blocked

46 total

Avg. 3.54

Central Coast Mariners

Total shots

11.69 avg / game

Blocked

37 total

Avg. 2.64

FC Macarthur Pass Central Coast Mariners

Total passes

11661

Avg. 449 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

10949

Avg. 421 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

46%

TOTAL ATTACKS

FC Macarthur

2571

Avg. 98.88 / game

Central Coast Mariners

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

Central Coast Mariners

1008

Avg. 38.77 / game

OTHERS

FC Macarthur

Played games

Central Coast Mariners

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.12

Clean sheets

0.12

5.62

146

Corners

112

4.31

22.31

580

Throw-ins

452

17.38

0.62

Offsides

0.54

3.31

GK saves

3.46

FC Macarthur

DISCIPLINARY

Central Coast Mariners

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.85

1.85

0.04

0.04

9.58

249

Fouls

241

9.27

16.23

422

Tackles

373

14.35

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How We Build the FC Macarthur vs Central Coast Mariners Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for FC Macarthur vs Central Coast Mariners on 23 December 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.

FC Macarthur vs Central Coast Mariners Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess FC Macarthur's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Central Coast Mariners'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 FC Macarthur and Central Coast Mariners sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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