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

FC Macarthur
LWWLL
7th place in Australia A-League
2
6-2
FT
24/01/2026 04:35
Melbourne City
DWWWW
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 will face Melbourne City in Australia A-League on January 24, 2026 at 04:35.
  • FC Macarthur are currently 7th with 34 points after 26 matches.
  • Melbourne City sit 6th with 38 points from 26 matches.
  • Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 1 - 1 and average coefficient 2.05.
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 %
1
X
2
Pred
Correct
Avg.g
Coef.
Score.
Live coef.
Weather
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2026-01-24

FC Macarthur vs Melbourne City - Prediction & Odds

FC Macarthur
FC Macarthur
Melbourne City
Melbourne City
2026-01-24 04:35
30
27
43
2
1 - 1
1 - 1
2.50
2.05
FT
6-2 3-1
-
weather
27℃～28℃
STANDINGS UP TO 24/01/2026
Overall Table PTS
GP W D L GF GA +/-
01 Newcastle Jets Newcastle Jets
48 26 15 3 8 55 39 16
02 Adelaide United Adelaide United
43 26 12 7 7 46 36 10
03 Auckland FC Auckland FC
42 26 11 9 6 42 29 13
04 Melbourne Victory Melbourne Victory
40 26 11 7 8 44 33 11
05 Sydney FC Sydney FC
39 26 11 6 9 33 25 8
06 Melbourne City Melbourne City
38 26 10 8 8 33 33 0
07 FC Macarthur FC Macarthur
34 26 9 7 10 37 44 -7
08 Wellington Phoenix Wellington Phoenix
33 26 9 6 11 36 48 -12
09 Central Coast Mariners Central Coast Mariners
32 26 8 8 10 35 42 -7
10 Perth Glory Perth Glory
31 26 8 7 11 32 39 -7
11 Brisbane Roar Brisbane Roar
26 26 6 8 12 27 36 -9
12 Western Sydney Western Sydney
21 26 5 6 15 27 43 -16
Head To Head
23/12/2025 04:15
Melbourne City Melbourne City
1 - 1
FC Macarthur FC Macarthur
AUS D1
07/03/2025 04:35
Melbourne City Melbourne City
2 - 0
FC Macarthur FC Macarthur
AUS D1
25/01/2025 04:35
FC Macarthur FC Macarthur
1 - 0
Melbourne City Melbourne City
AUS D1
01/03/2024 05:25
FC Macarthur FC Macarthur
2 - 0
Melbourne City Melbourne City
AUS D1
12/11/2023 00:00
Melbourne City Melbourne City
3 - 3
FC Macarthur FC Macarthur
AUS D1
19/03/2023 04:00
FC Macarthur FC Macarthur
1 - 1
Melbourne City Melbourne City
AUS D1
Melbourne City
3
50%
Draw
3
50%
FC Macarthur
0
0%
FC Macarthur 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 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
FC Macarthur
FC Macarthur
26
 Melbourne City
Melbourne City
27
Goals
Scored
18
Avg. per game
0.69
Conceded
17
Avg. per game
0.65
Scored
16
Avg. per game
0.59
Conceded
15
Avg. per game
0.56
Scored a goal
In last 6 matches
YesNo
5 (83%)1 (17%)
In last 6 matches
NoYes
4 (67%)2 (33%)
In last 26 matches
YesNo
11 (42%)15 (58%)
In last 26 matches
NoYes
14 (52%)13 (48%)
FC Macarthur

FC Macarthur

Recent matches

Melbourne City

Melbourne City

Under /Over

(81%)21 5(19%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(70%)19 8(30%)

Under /Over

(35%)9 17(65%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(30%)8 19(70%)

Under /Over

(46%)12 14(54%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(44%)12 15(56%)

/Yes

(62%)16 10(38%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(52%)14 13(48%)
GOALS BY TIME PERIOD
FC Macarthur FC Macarthur
Melbourne City Melbourne City
Shots
FC Macarthur
FC Macarthur
Total shots
14.31 avg / game
Blocked
112 total
Avg. 4.31
Melbourne City
Melbourne City
Total shots
13.07 avg / game
Blocked
98 total
Avg. 3.63
FC Macarthur FC Macarthur Pass Melbourne City Melbourne City
Total passes
9990
Avg. 384 / game
Accurate
79%
Ball possession
48%
Total passes
13030
Avg. 483 / game
Accurate
80%
Ball possession
55%
TOTAL ATTACKS
FC Macarthur
FC Macarthur
2550
Avg. 98.08 / game
 Melbourne City
Melbourne City
2991
Avg. 110.78 / game
DANGEROUS ATTACKS
FC Macarthur
FC Macarthur
1370
Avg. 52.69 / game
 Melbourne City
Melbourne City
1518
Avg. 56.22 / game
OTHERS
FC Macarthur
FC Macarthur
26
Played games
Melbourne City
Melbourne City
27
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
0.15
4
Clean sheets
10
0.37
5.58
145
Corners
153
5.67
24.08
626
Throw-ins
625
23.15
1.69
44
Offsides
57
2.11
3.19
83
GK saves
77
2.85
FC Macarthur
FC Macarthur
DISCIPLINARY
Melbourne City
Melbourne City
Avg / game Total Total Avg / game
2.12
55
Yellow card
51
1.89
0.08
2
Red card
1
0.04
10.08
262
Fouls
310
11.48
9.35
243
Tackles
275
10.19
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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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