The Australian A League has reached a crucial point in the season as the top two teams meet in a clash which could determine who finishes top of the table. Sydney FC, who are currently top of the league, host Newcastle Jets on Thursday and a win for the home team will see them extend their lead at the top of table. However, a win for Newcastle Jets will see them close the gap on Sydney FC and possibly mount a challenge to overturn their lead.
Australian A-League – Sydney FC v Newcastle Jets – Allianz Stadium, Sydney, Wednesday 3rd January 2018 – 08:50 UK Time
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Draw Best Odd of: 3 at Skybet |
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Sydney FC
Newcastle JetsSydney FC Form
There appears to be not stopping Sydney FC this season and they continue to dominate at the top of the A League. Having played 13 matches, Sydney FC have won 11, drawing 1 and losing 1, which is a tremendous record. A look back over recent fixtures shows Sydney FC have won each of their last 8 games, 7 of which have been in the league and the other in the final of the FFC Cup. Sydney FC are unbeaten in 19 of their last 20 A League matches and are incredibly strong at home, remaining unbeaten in their last 22 league games. Sydney FC have scored 21 goals in their 7 home A League games this season, at an average of 3 goals per game.
Newcastle Jets Form
Newcastle Jets are the closest team to Sydney FC in the A League but have already lost 3 matches this season, which is 2 more than the hosts. All three defeats have come in recent games, including the first meeting between these teams in November. The other defeats have come in December, with losses to Melbourne City and Melbourne Victory, the latter of which was their previous game. Newcastle Jets away form is much improved on last season and they have entertained crowds wherever they have played. They have won 4 and lost 2 of their 6 away matches and both teams have scored in each of those games.
Team News
Sydney FC are close to a fully fit squad for this match with midfielder Rhyan Grant the only player unlikely to be available. Roy O’Donovan and Ronald Vargas are both injured for the visitors and are expected to be out until March at the earliest. There is also a doubt over goalkeeper Jack Duncan.
Sydney FC v Newcastle Jets – Betting Odds and Predictions
Sydney FC are 1/2 to win the match with Ladbrokes. Despite Sydney FC’s dominance, Newcastle Jets have been good to watch on the road this season and could easily score goals in this match. Sydney FC to win and both teams to score is 21/10 with William Hill.
Top Betting Tips Sydney FC v Newcastle Jets
Sydney FC are not only riding high at the top of the A League this season, they also have a great record over Newcastle Jets, having defeated them in each of their last 9 league meetings. Sydney FC striker Bobo is top of the goal scoring charts in Australia this season and the Brazilian has 8 goals in his last five games. Bobo is 9/4 with Ladbrokes to score the first goal of the match.