FC Macarthur vs Melbourne City: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 19 March

FC Macarthur

D L D L L

12th place in Australia A-League

1-1

19/03/2023 01:00

Melbourne City

D W W D W

1st place in Australia A-League

Australia A-League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for FC Macarthur vs Melbourne City on 19 March 2023 (kick-off: 01:00) 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 12th with 26 points after 26 matches.
Melbourne City sit 1st with 55 points from 26 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Melbourne City to win with probability 57%.
Head-to-head history favors Melbourne City, who have won 5 of the last 6 meetings. FC Macarthur have no wins, while one match ended in a draw.

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

01:00

2023-03-19

FC Macarthur vs Melbourne City - Prediction & Odds

FC Macarthur

Melbourne City

2023-03-19 01:00

STANDINGS UP TO 19/03/2023

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

01 Melbourne City	55	26	16	7	3	61	32	29
02 Central Coast Mariners	44	26	13	5	8	55	35	20
03 Adelaide United	42	26	11	9	6	53	46	7
04 Western Sydney	41	26	11	8	7	43	27	16
05 Sydney FC	38	26	11	5	10	40	39	1
06 Wellington Phoenix	35	26	9	8	9	39	45	-6
07 Western United FC	32	26	9	5	12	34	47	-13
08 Brisbane Roar	30	26	7	9	10	26	33	-7
09 Perth Glory	29	26	7	8	11	36	46	-10
10 Newcastle Jets	29	26	8	5	13	30	45	-15
11 Melbourne Victory	28	26	8	4	14	29	34	-5
12 FC Macarthur	26	26	7	5	14	31	48	-17

Head To Head

03/02/2023 23:00

Melbourne City

6 - 1

FC Macarthur

AUS D1

26/03/2022 01:45

FC Macarthur

0 - 1

Melbourne City

AUS D1

09/03/2022 01:05

Melbourne City

3 - 1

FC Macarthur

AUS D1

19/06/2021 23:05

Melbourne City

2 - 0

FC Macarthur

AUS D1

24/04/2021 02:10

FC Macarthur

1 - 1

Melbourne City

AUS D1

12/03/2021 01:05

Melbourne City

3 - 0

FC Macarthur

AUS D1

FC Macarthur

Draw

17%

Melbourne City

83%

FC Macarthur Last 6 matches

10/03/2023 23:00

Central Coast Mariners 4 - 1 FC Macarthur AUS D1

04/03/2023 21:00

FC Macarthur 3 - 2 Brisbane Roar AUS D1

25/02/2023 01:45

Western Sydney 4 - 0 FC Macarthur AUS D1

18/02/2023 00:00

FC Macarthur 0 - 1 Newcastle Jets AUS D1

11/02/2023 23:00

FC Macarthur 2 - 1 Wellington Phoenix AUS D1

03/02/2023 23:00

Melbourne City 6 - 1 FC Macarthur AUS D1

Win

33%

Draw

Lost

67%

Last 6 matches Melbourne City

03/03/2023 01:45

Adelaide United 4 - 2 Melbourne City AUS D1

24/02/2023 23:00

Melbourne City 3 - 2 Sydney FC AUS D1

18/02/2023 01:45

Melbourne Victory 3 - 2 Melbourne City AUS D1

11/02/2023 04:30

Perth Glory 2 - 4 Melbourne City AUS D1

03/02/2023 23:00

Melbourne City 6 - 1 FC Macarthur AUS D1

28/01/2023 21:00

Melbourne City 3 - 3 Adelaide United AUS D1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

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

184

Avg. per game

0.95

Conceded

174

Avg. per game

0.90

Scored

200

Avg. per game

0.98

Conceded

132

Avg. per game

0.65

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 194 matches

YesNo

116 (60%)78 (40%)

In last 194 matches

NoYes

122 (60%)82 (40%)

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 19 March 2023 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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