Wellington Phoenix vs Sydney FC: Prediction, Betting Tips & Match Preview – 16 March

Wellington Phoenix

W W L W D

2nd place in Australia A-League

2-1

16/03/2024 00:30

Sydney FC

W D L W L

4th place in Australia A-League

Australia A-League

MATCH INTRO

Betiball's prediction for Wellington Phoenix vs Sydney FC on 16 March 2024 (kick-off: 00:30) is built from both teams' recent form, head-to-head history, squad availability, and tactical analysis. Read the full Wellington Phoenix vs Sydney FC preview before placing your bet.

Wellington Phoenix will face Sydney FC in Australia A-League on March 16, 2024 at 00:30.
Wellington Phoenix are currently 2nd with 53 points after 27 matches.
Sydney FC sit 4th with 41 points from 27 matches.
Current model prediction leans green with a projected score of 2 - 2 and average coefficient 2.15.

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

00:30

2024-03-16

Wellington Phoenix vs Sydney FC - Prediction & Odds

Wellington Phoenix

Sydney FC

2024-03-16 00:30

STANDINGS UP TO 16/03/2024

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

29/12/2023 04:45

Sydney FC

3 - 1

Wellington Phoenix

AUS D1

11/03/2023 22:00

Wellington Phoenix

1 - 0

Sydney FC

AUS D1

07/01/2023 02:00

Sydney FC

0 - 1

Wellington Phoenix

AUS D1

19/02/2022 02:05

Wellington Phoenix

1 - 1

Sydney FC

AUS D1

19/12/2021 03:45

Sydney FC

2 - 1

Wellington Phoenix

AUS D1

08/02/2021 04:10

Sydney FC

2 - 1

Wellington Phoenix

AUS D1

Sydney FC

67%

Draw

17%

Wellington Phoenix

17%

Wellington Phoenix Last 6 matches

09/03/2024 04:00

Melbourne City 1 - 0 Wellington Phoenix

AUS D1

03/03/2024 00:00

Wellington Phoenix 3 - 2 Adelaide United

AUS D1

24/02/2024 06:45

Perth Glory 0 - 0 Wellington Phoenix

AUS D1

18/02/2024 03:00

FC Macarthur 1 - 2 Wellington Phoenix

AUS D1

10/02/2024 00:45

Wellington Phoenix 2 - 0 Western United FC

AUS D1

05/02/2024 23:00

Wellington Phoenix 0 - 0 Central Coast Mariners

AUS D1

Win

50%

Draw

33%

Lost

17%

Last 6 matches Sydney FC

10/03/2024 02:00

Sydney FC 1 - 1 Brisbane Roar

AUS D1

02/03/2024 04:45

Western Sydney 1 - 4 Sydney FC

AUS D1

24/02/2024 02:40

Sydney FC 1 - 1 Melbourne City

AUS D1

17/02/2024 03:00

Sydney FC 2 - 1 Adelaide United

AUS D1

10/02/2024 04:45

Central Coast Mariners 1 - 3 Sydney FC

AUS D1

03/02/2024 02:00

Western United FC 2 - 2 Sydney FC

AUS D1

Win

50%

Draw

50%

Lost

Overall Home/Away

Full time First half Second half

All leagues Australia A-League

Played games

Wellington Phoenix

Sydney FC

Goals

Scored

Avg. per game

1.48

Conceded

Avg. per game

0.93

Scored

Avg. per game

1.90

Conceded

Avg. per game

1.43

Scored a goal

In last 6 matches

YesNo

5 (83%)1 (17%)

In last 6 matches

NoYes

4 (67%)2 (33%)

In last 29 matches

YesNo

23 (79%)6 (21%)

In last 29 matches

NoYes

22 (73%)8 (27%)

Wellington Phoenix

Recent matches

Sydney FC

Under /Over

(69%)20 9(31%)

1.5

Full Time

Under /Over

(90%)27 3(10%)

Under /Over

(21%)6 23(79%)

1.5

1st Half

Under /Over

(47%)14 16(53%)

Under /Over

(52%)15 14(48%)

1.5

2nd Half

Under /Over

(50%)15 15(50%)

/Yes

(52%)15 14(48%)

Both scored
(Yes/No)

No /Yes

(63%)19 11(37%)

GOALS BY TIME PERIOD

Wellington Phoenix

Sydney FC

Shots

Wellington Phoenix

Total shots

11.52 avg / game

Blocked

70 total

Avg. 2.69

Sydney FC

Total shots

18.73 avg / game

Blocked

146 total

Avg. 5.62

Wellington Phoenix Pass Sydney FC

Total passes

14452

Avg. 498 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

49%

Total passes

14671

Avg. 489 / game

Accurate

—

Ball possession

55%

TOTAL ATTACKS

DANGEROUS ATTACKS

OTHERS

Wellington Phoenix

Played games

Sydney FC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

0.41

Clean sheets

0.13

4.34

126

Corners

192

6.40

0.00

Throw-ins

0.00

1.97

Offsides

2.07

3.93

114

GK saves

3.03

Wellington Phoenix

DISCIPLINARY

Sydney FC

Avg / game Total Total Avg / game

1.83

1.70

0.07

0.23

9.17

266

Fouls

377

12.57

16.69

484

Tackles

610

20.33

NEXT MATCHES

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NEXT MATCHES

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How We Build the Wellington Phoenix vs Sydney FC Prediction

Betiball.com's prediction for Wellington Phoenix vs Sydney FC on 16 March 2024 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 Sydney FC 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 Sydney FC'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 Sydney FC 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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