FC Macarthur vs Wellington Phoenix: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 December

FC Macarthur

W L L W W

5th place in Australia A-League

0-3

18/12/2023 04:00

Wellington Phoenix

W W L W D

2nd place in Australia A-League

Australia A-League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for FC Macarthur vs Wellington Phoenix on 18 December 2023 (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 Wellington Phoenix preview before placing your bet.

FC Macarthur are currently 5th with 41 points after 27 matches.
Wellington Phoenix sit 2nd with 53 points from 27 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: FC Macarthur to win with probability 40%.
Head-to-head history favors Wellington Phoenix, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. FC Macarthur have 2 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

04:00

2023-12-18

FC Macarthur vs Wellington Phoenix - Prediction & Odds

FC Macarthur

Wellington Phoenix

2023-12-18 04:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/12/2023

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

29/04/2023 03:00

FC Macarthur

0 - 1

Wellington Phoenix

AUS D1

12/02/2023 02:00

FC Macarthur

2 - 1

Wellington Phoenix

AUS D1

05/11/2022 22:00

Wellington Phoenix

4 - 1

FC Macarthur

AUS D1

31/08/2022 05:30

FC Macarthur

2 - 0

Wellington Phoenix

A FFA Cup

06/02/2022 01:05

Wellington Phoenix

3 - 1

FC Macarthur

AUS D1

21/11/2021 03:45

FC Macarthur

1 - 1

Wellington Phoenix

AUS D1

FC Macarthur

33%

Draw

17%

Wellington Phoenix

50%

FC Macarthur Last 6 matches

14/12/2023 08:00

Dynamic Herb Cebu 0 - 3 FC Macarthur AFC Cup

09/12/2023 04:45

Sydney FC 0 - 2 FC Macarthur AUS D1

04/12/2023 04:00

FC Macarthur 4 - 3 Adelaide United AUS D1

30/11/2023 04:00

FC Macarthur 4 - 0 Shan United AFC Cup

24/11/2023 04:45

FC Macarthur 1 - 1 Melbourne Victory AUS D1

12/11/2023 00:00

Melbourne City 3 - 3 FC Macarthur AUS D1

Win

67%

Draw

33%

Lost

Last 6 matches Wellington Phoenix

09/12/2023 02:30

Wellington Phoenix 0 - 3 Newcastle Jets AUS D1

02/12/2023 02:30

Western United FC 0 - 1 Wellington Phoenix AUS D1

24/11/2023 23:30

Wellington Phoenix 1 - 0 Melbourne City AUS D1

10/11/2023 04:45

Melbourne Victory 1 - 1 Wellington Phoenix AUS D1

04/11/2023 00:30

Wellington Phoenix 5 - 2 Brisbane Roar AUS D1

28/10/2023 00:30

Wellington Phoenix 2 - 1 Perth Glory AUS D1

Win

67%

Draw

17%

Lost

17%

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

Wellington Phoenix

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

0.93

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.00

Scored

Avg. per game

1.14

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.50

Scored a goal

In last 6 home matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 home matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 14 home matches

YesNo

10 (71%)4 (29%)

In last 14 home matches

NoYes

11 (79%)3 (21%)

FC Macarthur

Recent matches

Wellington Phoenix

Under /Over

(86%)12 2(14%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(71%)10 4(29%)

Under /Over

(29%)4 10(71%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(21%)3 11(79%)

Under /Over

(57%)8 6(43%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(50%)7 7(50%)

/Yes

(64%)9 5(36%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(43%)6 8(57%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

FC Macarthur

Wellington Phoenix

Shots

FC Macarthur

Total shots

14.86 avg / game

Blocked

54 total

Avg. 4.15

Wellington Phoenix

Total shots

12.21 avg / game

Blocked

28 total

Avg. 2.33

FC Macarthur Pass Wellington Phoenix

Total passes

6641

Avg. 474 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

7532

Avg. 538 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

51%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

FC Macarthur

Played games

Wellington Phoenix

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.21

Clean sheets

0.50

6.64

Corners

5.29

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

1.64

Offsides

2.21

4.64

GK saves

3.29

FC Macarthur

DISCIPLINARY

Wellington Phoenix

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.07

1.29

0.14

0.14

9.29

130

Fouls

133

9.50

16.57

232

Tackles

245

17.50

NEXT MATCHES

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NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the FC Macarthur vs Wellington Phoenix Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for FC Macarthur vs Wellington Phoenix on 18 December 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 Wellington Phoenix 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 Wellington Phoenix'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 Wellington Phoenix 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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