Fifth takes on sixth in the A-League this weekend, with Adelaide United travelling to the Nib Stadium to take on the Perth Glory. With both sides having won just one of their opening four matches in the Australian top-flight, it could well be a close encounter on Saturday lunchtime.
A-League – nib Stadium, Perth – Saturday 4th November – 11:00 UK Time
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Draw Best Odd of: 5/2 at Skybet |
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After finishing last season in a disappointing ninth position in the A-League standings, Adelaide Untied are hoping to be significantly more competitive this time around, with their early season form suggesting that they may well be a team to cause some surprises this year. With opponents Perth Glory having lost two of their opening four matches, Marco Kurz and his players may well sense that they can gain a valuable away victory at the Nib Stadium. With a whole host of appealing betting markets surrounding this match, let’s take a closer look at the two teams, as well as our top betting tip.
Perth Glory Team News & Form
Perth Glory come into the match off the back of a 2-0 defeat away at Sydney FC, with their only success so far this season coming against the Central Coast Mariners a matter of weeks ago. Manager Kenny Love will be hoping that his team can begin to look more secure in defence, with his team having conceded seven goals in their opening four matches. Former Leeds United and Blackpool striker Andy Keogh is likely to line-up for the home side, with the former Irish international having been on fine form in front of goal since his arrival in Australia. Elsewhere, Spanish duo Xavi Torres and Diego Castro are among the most creative talents for the home side.
Adelaide United Team News & Form
Adelaide lost out to league leaders Melbourne City last time out, with manager Kurz looking for this team to return to winning ways in Perth. Midfielders Vince Lia and Johan Absalonsen both have two goals to his name so far this season, with striker Baba Diawara looking to continue his good start for the club since his arrival from Portugal. Having already won on the road in Brisbane earlier this season, Adelaide will travel to Perth in confident mood, despite their troubles over recent weeks.
Head to Head
The two teams have 37 times in the past, with Adelaide United having won 17 of these meetings, as well as drawing nine times in the process. However, Perth Glory ran out 5-0 winners when the two teams met in Adelaide back in February, one of their eleven wins against their rivals.
Betting Odds and Predictions
Given their status as the home team this weekend, it comes as little surprise that it is the Perth Glory who are the narrow favourites for victory with many online bookmakers. The home side can be backed at best odds of 6/5 at Ladbrokes, while another win on the road for Adelaide United can be found at 23/10 with PaddyPower.
Top Betting Tip
However, our top betting tip for the match is to bet on both teams scoring during the 90 minutes, which is available at odds of 8/15 at William Hill.