NWS Spirit (W) vs Illawarra Stingrays (W): Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 18 April

NWS Spirit (W)

D W L W D

12th place in NSW Premier W-League

0-2

18/04/2026 01:00

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

L W D L D

13th place in NSW Premier W-League

NSW Premier W-League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for NWS Spirit (W) vs Illawarra Stingrays (W) on 18 April 2026 (kick-off: 01:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full NWS Spirit (W) vs Illawarra Stingrays (W) preview before placing your bet.

NWS Spirit (W) are currently 12th with 20 points after 21 matches.
Illawarra Stingrays (W) sit 13th with 15 points from 21 matches.
Our algorithm prediction: Illawarra Stingrays (W) to win with probability 60%.
Head-to-head history favors Illawarra Stingrays (W), who have won 2 of the last 6 meetings. NWS Spirit (W) have no wins, while 4 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

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Weather

01:00

2026-04-18

NWS Spirit (W) vs Illawarra Stingrays (W) - Prediction & Odds

NWS Spirit (W)

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

2026-04-18 01:00

STANDINGS UP TO 18/04/2026

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

01 Bulls Academy (W)	50	21	15	5	1	58	21	37
02 UNSW FC (W)	46	21	13	7	1	42	16	26
03 Apia L Tigers (W)	44	21	14	2	5	53	27	26
04 WS Wanderers B (W)	40	21	12	4	5	39	27	12
05 Northern Tigers FC (W)	31	21	9	4	8	36	29	7
06 University of Sydney (W)	30	21	8	6	7	45	39	6
07 Manly Utd (W)	29	21	7	8	6	33	27	6
08 Sydney Olympic FC (W)	27	21	8	3	10	37	36	1
09 Maca Searle (W)	25	21	7	4	10	29	38	-9
10 Gladesville Ravens (W)	23	21	6	5	10	29	36	-7
11 Hills United (W)	20	21	6	2	13	23	31	-8
12 NWS Spirit (W)	20	21	6	2	13	28	71	-43
13 Illawarra Stingrays (W)	15	21	3	6	12	18	39	-21
14 Mt Druitt Town Rangers FC (W)	11	21	3	2	16	25	58	-33

Head To Head

29/06/2025 03:00

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

1 - 1

NWS Spirit (W)

AUS WNSW

29/03/2025 00:00

NWS Spirit (W)

0 - 0

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

AUS WNSW

18/08/2024 03:00

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

1 - 1

NWS Spirit (W)

AUS WNSW

18/05/2024 01:00

NWS Spirit (W)

1 - 2

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

AUS WNSW

19/08/2023 01:00

NWS Spirit (W)

0 - 2

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

AUS WNSW

21/05/2023 03:00

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

1 - 1

NWS Spirit (W)

AUS WNSW

NWS Spirit (W)

Draw

67%

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

33%

NWS Spirit (W) Last 6 matches

12/04/2026 01:00

Maca Searle (W) 4 - 0 NWS Spirit (W) AUS WNSW

04/04/2026 00:00

NWS Spirit (W) 0 - 4 Apia L Tigers (W) AUS WNSW

28/03/2026 03:30

Northern Tigers FC (W) 7 - 1 NWS Spirit (W) AUS WNSW

21/03/2026 00:00

NWS Spirit (W) 0 - 5 Bulls Academy (W) AUS WNSW

15/03/2026 02:00

Mt Druitt Town Rangers FC (W) 5 - 1 NWS Spirit (W) AUS WNSW

07/03/2026 00:00

NWS Spirit (W) 1 - 6 Sydney Olympic FC (W) AUS WNSW

Win

Draw

Lost

100%

Last 6 matches Illawarra Stingrays (W)

12/04/2026 03:00

Illawarra Stingrays (W) 0 - 2 Bulls Academy (W) AUS WNSW

05/04/2026 03:00

University of Sydney (W) 6 - 2 Illawarra Stingrays (W) AUS WNSW

29/03/2026 02:10

Gladesville Ravens (W) 0 - 0 Illawarra Stingrays (W) AUS WNSW

21/03/2026 02:00

UNSW FC (W) 1 - 0 Illawarra Stingrays (W) AUS WNSW

14/03/2026 03:30

Northern Tigers FC (W) 0 - 2 Illawarra Stingrays (W) AUS WNSW

08/03/2026 02:00

Illawarra Stingrays (W) 0 - 1 WS Wanderers B (W) AUS WNSW

Win

17%

Draw

17%

Lost

67%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues NSW Premier W-League

Played games

NWS Spirit (W)

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.33

Conceded

Avg. per game

3.38

Scored

Avg. per game

0.86

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.86

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 21 matches

YesNo

14 (67%)7 (33%)

In last 21 matches

NoYes

12 (57%)9 (43%)

NWS Spirit (W)

Recent matches

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

Under /Over

(90%)19 2(10%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(67%)14 7(33%)

Under /Over

(67%)14 7(33%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(29%)6 15(71%)

Under /Over

(71%)15 6(29%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(43%)9 12(57%)

/Yes

(52%)11 10(48%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(43%)9 12(57%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

NWS Spirit (W)

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

Shots

NWS Spirit (W)

Total shots

10.20 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. 0.00

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

Total shots

9.29 avg / game

Blocked

0 total

Avg. —

NWS Spirit (W) Pass Illawarra Stingrays (W)

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

—

Avg. — / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

NWS Spirit (W)

1678

Avg. 79.90 / game

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

1562

Avg. 74.38 / game

OTHERS

NWS Spirit (W)

Played games

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.14

Clean sheets

0.29

3.67

Corners

4.43

4.38

Throw-ins

134

6.38

0.24

Offsides

0.00

GK saves

0.00

NWS Spirit (W)

DISCIPLINARY

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.14

1.00

0.05

0.05

0.67

Fouls

1.10

0.00

Tackles

0.00

NEXT MATCHES

08/01

University of Sydney (W)

Gladesville Ravens (W)

NWS Spirit (W)

AUS

NEXT MATCHES

08/01

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

Sydney Olympic FC (W)

AUS

08/08

Manly Utd (W)

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

AUS

08/15

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

AUS

08/27

Illawarra Stingrays (W)

Maca Searle (W)

AUS

How We Build the NWS Spirit (W) vs Illawarra Stingrays (W) Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for NWS Spirit (W) vs Illawarra Stingrays (W) on 18 April 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 NSW Premier W-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.

NWS Spirit (W) vs Illawarra Stingrays (W) Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess NWS Spirit (W)'s recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Illawarra Stingrays (W)'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.

NSW Premier W-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 NSW Premier W-League standings and the NSW Premier W-League form table to understand exactly where NWS Spirit (W) and Illawarra Stingrays (W) 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 NSW Premier W-League predictions are among the highest-rated by our users precisely because the data is always shown alongside the recommendation.

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