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 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

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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

Goals use the selected half; shots, passes and possession are averaged over full matches in the sample.

Played games

Wellington Phoenix

176

Central Coast Mariners

197

Goals

Scored

129

Avg. per game

0.73

Conceded

164

Avg. per game

0.93

Scored

204

Avg. per game

1.04

Conceded

150

Avg. per game

0.76

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 176 matches

YesNo

97 (55%)79 (45%)

In last 176 matches

NoYes

126 (64%)71 (36%)

Wellington Phoenix

Recent matches

Central Coast Mariners

Under /Over

(78%)35 10(22%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(84%)38 7(16%)

Under /Over

(40%)18 27(60%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

Under /Over

(44%)20 25(56%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(42%)19 26(58%)

/Yes

(60%)27 18(40%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(64%)29 16(36%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Wellington Phoenix

Central Coast Mariners

Shots

Wellington Phoenix

Total shots

11.58 avg / game

Blocked

324 total

Avg. 3.12

Central Coast Mariners

Total shots

12.17 avg / game

Blocked

395 total

Avg. 3.09

Wellington Phoenix Pass Central Coast Mariners

Total passes

65606

Avg. 462 / game

Accurate

79%

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

70962

Avg. 435 / game

Accurate

80%

Ball possession

48%

TOTAL ATTACKS

Wellington Phoenix

16731

Avg. 95.06 / game

Central Coast Mariners

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

Central Coast Mariners

8953

Avg. 45.45 / game

OTHERS

Wellington Phoenix

176

Played games

Central Coast Mariners

197

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.24

Clean sheets

0.27

4.73

833

Corners

946

4.80

8.86

1560

Throw-ins

1607

8.16

1.51

266

Offsides

299

1.52

3.82

672

GK saves

642

3.26

Wellington Phoenix

DISCIPLINARY

Central Coast Mariners

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.73

305

348

1.77

0.07

0.10

9.61

1692

Fouls

2060

10.46

9.97

1755

Tackles

2244

11.39

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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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