Wellington Phoenix vs Central Coast Mariners: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 21 January

Wellington Phoenix

L L L D L

6th place in Australia A-League

2 - 1

21/01/2023 22:00

Central Coast Mariners

L W W D W

2nd place in Australia A-League

Australia A-League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Wellington Phoenix vs Central Coast Mariners on 21 January 2023 (kick-off: 22:00) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Wellington Phoenix vs Central Coast Mariners preview before placing your bet.

Wellington Phoenix will face Central Coast Mariners in Australia A-League on January 21, 2023 at 22:00.
Wellington Phoenix are currently 6th with 35 points after 26 matches.
Central Coast Mariners sit 2nd with 44 points from 26 matches.

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

STANDINGS UP TO 21/01/2023

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

Wellington Phoenix Last 6 matches

24/04/2026 16:45

FC Macarthur 4 - 0 Wellington Phoenix

Australia A-League

18/04/2026 12:00

Wellington Phoenix 2 - 1 Western Sydney

Australia A-League

12/04/2026 12:00

Melbourne City 2 - 0 Wellington Phoenix

Australia A-League

05/04/2026 12:00

Melbourne Victory 0 - 1 Wellington Phoenix

Australia A-League

21/03/2026 11:00

Brisbane Roar 1 - 2 Wellington Phoenix

Australia A-League

14/03/2026 09:00

Wellington Phoenix 2 - 0 Perth Glory

Australia A-League

Win

67%

Draw

Lost

33%

Last 6 matches Central Coast Mariners

22/07/2026 16:30

Sydney United 1 - 1 Central Coast Mariners

Australia Cup

25/04/2026 14:10

Newcastle Jets 4 - 0 Central Coast Mariners

Australia A-League

19/04/2026 10:00

Auckland FC 0 - 1 Central Coast Mariners

Australia A-League

10/04/2026 16:35

Central Coast Mariners 2 - 2 Brisbane Roar

Australia A-League

07/04/2026 16:00

Melbourne City 2 - 1 Central Coast Mariners

Australia A-League

04/04/2026 13:00

Central Coast Mariners 2 - 2 Perth Glory

Australia A-League

Win

17%

Draw

50%

Lost

33%

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Australia A-League

Played games

Wellington Phoenix

Central Coast Mariners

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.44

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.74

Scored

Avg. per game

2.24

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.28

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

6 (100%)0 (0%)

In last 27 matches

YesNo

25 (93%)2 (7%)

In last 27 matches

NoYes

26 (90%)3 (10%)

Wellington Phoenix

Recent matches

Central Coast Mariners

Under /Over

(85%)23 4(15%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(97%)28 1(3%)

Under /Over

(48%)13 14(52%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(55%)16 13(45%)

Under /Over

(52%)14 13(48%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(59%)17 12(41%)

/Yes

(74%)20 7(26%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(72%)21 8(28%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Wellington Phoenix

Central Coast Mariners

Shots

Wellington Phoenix

Total shots

11.22 avg / game

Blocked

42 total

Avg. 3.50

Central Coast Mariners

Total shots

13.90 avg / game

Blocked

47 total

Avg. 3.62

Wellington Phoenix Pass Central Coast Mariners

Total passes

13352

Avg. 495 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

50%

Total passes

12617

Avg. 451 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

53%

TOTAL ATTACKS

Wellington Phoenix

2715

Avg. 100.56 / game

Central Coast Mariners

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

Central Coast Mariners

1566

Avg. 54.00 / game

OTHERS

Wellington Phoenix

Played games

Central Coast Mariners

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.19

Clean sheets

0.17

5.11

138

Corners

177

6.10

16.67

450

Throw-ins

493

17.00

1.63

Offsides

2.10

3.89

105

GK saves

3.38

Wellington Phoenix

DISCIPLINARY

Central Coast Mariners

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

2.04

2.41

0.19

0.17

10.30

278

Fouls

327

11.28

7.33

198

Tackles

220

7.59

NEXT MATCHES

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NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Wellington Phoenix vs Central Coast Mariners Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Wellington Phoenix vs Central Coast Mariners on 21 January 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.

Wellington Phoenix vs Central Coast Mariners Form Analysis

Heading into this match, both sides carry distinct statistical profiles our model weighs carefully. We assess Wellington Phoenix's recent home record, scoring rate, and clean sheet frequency against Central Coast Mariners'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 Wellington Phoenix and Central Coast Mariners sit and what this result means for both clubs.

Prediction Accuracy & Track Record

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