Newcastle Jets vs Wellington Phoenix: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 23 January

Newcastle Jets

L W L D D

1st place in Australia A-League

4-1

23/01/2026 04:35

Wellington Phoenix

W W W L W

8th place in Australia A-League

Australia A-League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Newcastle Jets vs Wellington Phoenix on 23 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 Newcastle Jets vs Wellington Phoenix preview before placing your bet.

Newcastle Jets are currently 1st with 48 points after 26 matches.
Wellington Phoenix sit 8th with 33 points from 26 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Newcastle Jets to win with probability 55%.
Head-to-head history favors Wellington Phoenix, who have won 3 of the last 6 meetings. Newcastle Jets 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

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Pred

Correct

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Score.

Live coef.

Weather

04:35

2026-01-23

Newcastle Jets vs Wellington Phoenix - Prediction & Odds

Newcastle Jets

Wellington Phoenix

2026-01-23 04:35

STANDINGS UP TO 23/01/2026

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

13/12/2025 22:00

Wellington Phoenix

1 - 3

Newcastle Jets

AUS D1

06/04/2025 03:00

Newcastle Jets

1 - 2

Wellington Phoenix

AUS D1

28/12/2024 00:00

Wellington Phoenix

2 - 1

Newcastle Jets

AUS D1

19/04/2024 05:45

Newcastle Jets

1 - 1

Wellington Phoenix

AUS D1

27/01/2024 03:00

Newcastle Jets

1 - 2

Wellington Phoenix

AUS D1

09/12/2023 02:30

Wellington Phoenix

0 - 3

Newcastle Jets

AUS D1

Newcastle Jets

33%

Draw

17%

Wellington Phoenix

50%

Newcastle Jets Last 6 matches

17/01/2026 02:00

Western Sydney 1 - 2 Newcastle Jets AUS D1

11/01/2026 02:00

Melbourne City 0 - 1 Newcastle Jets AUS D1

01/01/2026 00:00

Auckland FC 1 - 3 Newcastle Jets AUS D1

26/12/2025 04:35

Newcastle Jets 4 - 5 FC Macarthur AUS D1

20/12/2025 02:00

Newcastle Jets 2 - 0 Sydney FC AUS D1

13/12/2025 22:00

Wellington Phoenix 1 - 3 Newcastle Jets AUS D1

Win

83%

Draw

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Wellington Phoenix

18/01/2026 02:00

Sydney FC 0 - 2 Wellington Phoenix AUS D1

10/01/2026 22:00

Wellington Phoenix 2 - 2 Adelaide United AUS D1

03/01/2026 02:00

Brisbane Roar 0 - 3 Wellington Phoenix AUS D1

29/12/2025 04:00

Melbourne Victory 5 - 1 Wellington Phoenix AUS D1

20/12/2025 22:00

Wellington Phoenix 3 - 1 Central Coast Mariners AUS D1

13/12/2025 22:00

Wellington Phoenix 1 - 3 Newcastle Jets AUS D1

Win

50%

Draw

17%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Australia A-League

Played games

Goals

Scored

272

Avg. per game

1.57

Conceded

280

Avg. per game

1.62

Scored

240

Avg. per game

1.36

Conceded

267

Avg. per game

1.52

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 173 matches

YesNo

141 (82%)32 (18%)

In last 173 matches

NoYes

137 (78%)39 (22%)

Newcastle Jets

Recent matches

Wellington Phoenix

Under /Over

(87%)39 6(13%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

Under /Over

(56%)25 20(44%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

/Yes

(73%)33 12(27%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(60%)27 18(40%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Newcastle Jets

Wellington Phoenix

Shots

Newcastle Jets

Total shots

12.85 avg / game

Blocked

418 total

Avg. 3.91

Wellington Phoenix

Total shots

11.58 avg / game

Blocked

324 total

Avg. 3.12

Newcastle Jets Pass Wellington Phoenix

Total passes

68730

Avg. 481 / game

Accurate

83%

Ball possession

51%

Total passes

65606

Avg. 462 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

49%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Newcastle Jets

173

Played games

Wellington Phoenix

176

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.17

Clean sheets

0.24

5.46

945

Corners

833

4.73

10.10

1748

Throw-ins

1560

8.86

1.47

255

Offsides

266

1.51

3.66

633

GK saves

672

3.82

Newcastle Jets

DISCIPLINARY

Wellington Phoenix

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.82

315

305

1.73

0.06

0.07

10.95

1894

Fouls

1692

9.61

10.75

1860

Tackles

1755

9.97

NEXT MATCHES

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NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Newcastle Jets vs Wellington Phoenix Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Newcastle Jets vs Wellington Phoenix on 23 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.

Newcastle Jets vs Wellington Phoenix Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Newcastle Jets'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 Newcastle Jets 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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