FC Macarthur vs Melbourne City: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 24 January

FC Macarthur

L W W L L

7th place in Australia A-League

6-2

24/01/2026 04:35

Melbourne City

D W W W W

6th place in Australia A-League

Australia A-League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for FC Macarthur vs Melbourne City on 24 January 2026 (kick-off: 04:35) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full FC Macarthur vs Melbourne City preview before placing your bet.

FC Macarthur are currently 7th with 34 points after 26 matches.
Melbourne City sit 6th with 38 points from 26 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Melbourne City to win with probability 43%.
Head-to-head history favors FC Macarthur, who have won 2 of the last 6 meetings. Melbourne City have one win, while 3 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

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Pred

Correct

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Score.

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Weather

04:35

2026-01-24

FC Macarthur vs Melbourne City - Prediction & Odds

FC Macarthur

Melbourne City

2026-01-24 04:35

STANDINGS UP TO 24/01/2026

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

23/12/2025 04:15

Melbourne City

1 - 1

FC Macarthur

AUS D1

07/03/2025 04:35

Melbourne City

2 - 0

FC Macarthur

AUS D1

25/01/2025 04:35

FC Macarthur

1 - 0

Melbourne City

AUS D1

01/03/2024 05:25

FC Macarthur

2 - 0

Melbourne City

AUS D1

12/11/2023 00:00

Melbourne City

3 - 3

FC Macarthur

AUS D1

19/03/2023 04:00

FC Macarthur

1 - 1

Melbourne City

AUS D1

FC Macarthur

33%

Draw

50%

Melbourne City

17%

FC Macarthur Last 6 matches

17/01/2026 23:00

Central Coast Mariners 1 - 1 FC Macarthur AUS D1

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

Win

33%

Draw

50%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Melbourne City

16/01/2026 04:35

Melbourne City 2 - 1 Auckland FC AUS D1

11/01/2026 02:00

Melbourne City 0 - 1 Newcastle Jets AUS D1

06/01/2026 04:00

Melbourne City 1 - 0 Brisbane Roar AUS D1

03/01/2026 04:35

Melbourne City 0 - 0 Sydney FC AUS D1

28/12/2025 04:00

Melbourne City 1 - 3 Perth Glory AUS D1

23/12/2025 04:15

Melbourne City 1 - 1 FC Macarthur AUS D1

Win

33%

Draw

33%

Lost

33%

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

Goals

Scored

136

Avg. per game

0.70

Conceded

127

Avg. per game

0.65

Scored

165

Avg. per game

0.81

Conceded

106

Avg. per game

0.52

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 194 matches

YesNo

94 (48%)100 (52%)

In last 194 matches

NoYes

120 (59%)84 (41%)

FC Macarthur

Recent matches

Melbourne City

Under /Over

(89%)40 5(11%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)32 13(29%)

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(24%)11 34(76%)

Under /Over

(51%)23 22(49%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

/Yes

(62%)28 17(38%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(49%)22 23(51%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

FC Macarthur

Melbourne City

Shots

FC Macarthur

Total shots

13.07 avg / game

Blocked

490 total

Avg. 3.89

Melbourne City

Total shots

14.29 avg / game

Blocked

505 total

Avg. 3.77

FC Macarthur Pass Melbourne City

Total passes

67684

Avg. 426 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

89392

Avg. 520 / game

Accurate

81%

Ball possession

55%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

FC Macarthur

194

Played games

Melbourne City

204

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.25

Clean sheets

0.33

5.75

1116

Corners

1239

6.07

9.82

1906

Throw-ins

1983

9.72

1.27

246

Offsides

391

1.92

3.44

667

GK saves

586

2.87

FC Macarthur

DISCIPLINARY

Melbourne City

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.12

412

395

1.94

0.11

0.07

10.77

2090

Fouls

2492

12.22

11.02

2138

Tackles

2273

11.14

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How We Build the FC Macarthur vs Melbourne City Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for FC Macarthur vs Melbourne City on 24 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.

FC Macarthur vs Melbourne City 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 Melbourne City'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 Melbourne City sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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