Wellington Phoenix vs Central Coast Mariners — Free Prediction & Stats

📍 A-League Men, Australia
🕒 Sunday 21st December, 02:00 GMT

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Our Prediction

Over 2.5 Goals

Wellington Phoenix (30% home wins) hold a slight edge over Central Coast Mariners on the road (40% away wins), but the difference is minimal. View our Home Win, Away Win and Draw stats for more context.

Both Wellington Phoenix and Central Coast Mariners have been involved in high-scoring games this season — Over 2.5 Goals has landed in 70% of Wellington Phoenix's home games and 90% of Central Coast Mariners's away games. Expect an open, high-scoring contest.

Both Wellington Phoenix and Central Coast Mariners frequently see both teams scoring (60% and 70% respectively). BTTS – Yes looks highly probable with both sides regularly finding the net this season.

Both teams regularly see 8+ corners in recent games (80% and 80%) — Over 8.5 Corners is worth considering.

Our Prediction: Over 2.5 Goals — Wellington Phoenix have seen 3+ goals in 70% of home games, Central Coast Mariners in 90% of away games. The numbers suggest an open, high-scoring fixture.

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League Table

The full A-League Men table for the 2025/2026 season, with Wellington Phoenix (12th) and Central Coast Mariners (11th) highlighted. League position gives useful context alongside current home and away form when assessing this fixture.

A-League Men 2025/2026

# Team P W D L Goals GD Pts
1 Newcastle Jets 24 14 2 8 49:37 +12 44
2 Auckland 24 11 8 5 40:26 +14 41
3 Sydney 24 11 4 9 31:23 +8 37
4 Adelaide United 24 10 7 7 41:34 +7 37
5 Melbourne Victory 24 10 6 8 40:31 +9 36
6 Melbourne City 24 9 8 7 29:29 0 35
7 Macarthur 24 8 7 9 32:41 -9 31
8 Wellington Phoenix H 24 8 6 10 34:43 -9 30
9 Central Coast Mariners A 24 7 8 9 34:38 -4 29
10 Perth Glory 24 7 6 11 30:38 -8 27
11 Brisbane Roar 24 6 8 10 24:31 -7 26
12 Western Sydney Wanderers 24 5 6 13 26:39 -13 21
13 3rd ranked 0 0 0 0 0:0 0 0
14 6th ranked 0 0 0 0 0:0 0 0
15 2nd ranked 0 0 0 0 0:0 0 0
16 Highest ranked winner 0 0 0 0 0:0 0 0
17 Lowest ranked winner 0 0 0 0 0:0 0 0
18 1st ranked 0 0 0 0 0:0 0 0
19 4th ranked 0 0 0 0 0:0 0 0
20 5th ranked 0 0 0 0 0:0 0 0

Team Form

Wellington Phoenix have won 30% of home games this season, Central Coast Mariners 40% away. The form table below gives the full picture heading into this match.

Wellington Phoenix (Home Form) Central Coast Mariners (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Won 3 (30%) 4 (40%)
Drawn 2 (20%) 1 (10%)
Lost 5 (50%) 5 (50%)

Both Teams to Score (BTTS)

Wellington Phoenix have seen both teams score in 60% of home games this season, Central Coast Mariners in 70% of away games. Both sides have been regularly finding the net — the stats support a goal at each end.

Wellington Phoenix (Home Form) Central Coast Mariners (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Both Teams to Score (BTTS) 6 (60%) 7 (70%)

Match Goals

Over 2.5 Goals has landed in 70% of Wellington Phoenix's home games and 90% of Central Coast Mariners's away games this season. Both sides have consistently featured in high-scoring matches.

Over Goals

Wellington Phoenix (Home Form) Central Coast Mariners (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 0.5 Goals 10 (100%) 10 (100%)
Over 1.5 Goals 8 (80%) 9 (90%)
Over 2.5 Goals 7 (70%) 9 (90%)
Over 3.5 Goals 6 (60%) 6 (60%)

Under Goals

Wellington Phoenix (Home Form) Central Coast Mariners (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Under 0.5 Goals 0 (0%) 0 (0%)
Under 1.5 Goals 2 (20%) 1 (10%)
Under 2.5 Goals 3 (30%) 1 (10%)
Under 3.5 Goals 4 (40%) 4 (40%)

Team Goals

Wellington Phoenix have scored 2+ goals in 10% of home games this season, Central Coast Mariners in 20% of away games. The full team goals breakdown is in the table below.

Goals Scored

Wellington Phoenix (Home Form) Central Coast Mariners (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 0.5 Goals Scored 7 (70%) 9 (90%)
Over 1.5 Goals Scored 6 (60%) 5 (50%)
Over 2.5 Goals Scored 1 (10%) 2 (20%)
Over 3.5 Goals Scored 0 (0%) 1 (10%)

Goals Conceded

Wellington Phoenix (Home Form) Central Coast Mariners (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 0.5 Goals Conceded 9 (90%) 8 (80%)
Over 1.5 Goals Conceded 5 (50%) 6 (60%)
Over 2.5 Goals Conceded 3 (30%) 4 (40%)
Over 3.5 Goals Conceded 1 (10%) 1 (10%)

Goal Totals

Wellington Phoenix (Home Form) Central Coast Mariners (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Total Goals Scored 14 (1.4 avg) 17 (1.7 avg)
Total Goals Conceded 19 (1.9 avg) 19 (1.9 avg)

Match Corners

Both Wellington Phoenix (80% Over 8.5 at home) and Central Coast Mariners (70% Over 8.5 away) regularly feature in high-corner matches. Expect plenty of set-piece opportunities from both sides.

Wellington Phoenix (Home Form) Central Coast Mariners (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 7.5 Corners 8 (80%) 8 (80%)
Over 8.5 Corners 8 (80%) 7 (70%)
Over 9.5 Corners 6 (60%) 5 (50%)
Over 10.5 Corners 4 (40%) 5 (50%)
Over 11.5 Corners 3 (30%) 3 (30%)
Over 12.5 Corners 2 (20%) 2 (20%)

Team Corners

Wellington Phoenix have moderate corner counts at home (6+ corners in 20% of games), and are generally solid defensively, conceding 6+ corners in only 20% of home matches.

Central Coast Mariners have moderate corner counts away (6+ corners in 0% of games), and are generally solid defensively away from home, conceding 6+ corners in only 50% of away matches.

Corners Won

Wellington Phoenix (Home Form) Central Coast Mariners (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 4.5 Corners For 8 (80%) 3 (30%)
Over 5.5 Corners For 5 (50%) 0 (0%)
Over 6.5 Corners For 2 (20%) 0 (0%)
Over 7.5 Corners For 0 (0%) 0 (0%)
Over 8.5 Corners For 0 (0%) 0 (0%)

Corners Conceded

Wellington Phoenix (Home Form) Central Coast Mariners (Away Form)
Last X Matches 10 10
Over 4.5 Corners Against 5 (50%) 6 (60%)
Over 5.5 Corners Against 3 (30%) 5 (50%)
Over 6.5 Corners Against 2 (20%) 5 (50%)
Over 7.5 Corners Against 1 (10%) 4 (40%)
Over 8.5 Corners Against 0 (0%) 2 (20%)

Head 2 Head

The head-to-head record below shows previous results between Wellington Phoenix and Central Coast Mariners. Historical meetings can reveal patterns in how these sides match up — use this alongside the current form and stats above for a fuller picture before placing a bet.

2nd Nov, 2025
Central Coast Mariners
1 – 1 HT: 0-1
Wellington Phoenix
Corners 7–8 Cards 1–0 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
25th Jan, 2025
Wellington Phoenix
0 – 0 HT: 0-0
Central Coast Mariners
Corners 4–3 Cards 2–3 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
10th Nov, 2024
Central Coast Mariners
0 – 3 HT: 0-2
Wellington Phoenix
Corners 6–1 Cards 3–2 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
6th Oct, 2024
Central Coast Mariners
2 – 1 HT:
Wellington Phoenix
Corners – Cards 0–0 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
6th Apr, 2024
Central Coast Mariners
2 – 1 HT: 0-0
Wellington Phoenix
Corners 4–2 Cards 1–1 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
6th Feb, 2024
Wellington Phoenix
0 – 0 HT: 0-0
Central Coast Mariners
Corners 4–1 Cards 0–1 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
24th Feb, 2023
Central Coast Mariners
1 – 1 HT: 1-0
Wellington Phoenix
Corners 7–6 Cards 3–5 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
22nd Jan, 2023
Wellington Phoenix
2 – 1 HT: 2-0
Central Coast Mariners
Corners 5–1 Cards 4–3 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
16th Oct, 2022
Wellington Phoenix
2 – 2 HT: 0-0
Central Coast Mariners
Corners 5–1 Cards 1–3 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS
17th Apr, 2022
Wellington Phoenix
0 – 4 HT: 0-1
Central Coast Mariners
Corners 12–4 Cards 2–2 O1.5 O2.5 BTTS

Betting Odds

The table below shows the latest betting odds for Wellington Phoenix vs Central Coast Mariners across a range of markets — full time result, both teams to score, total goals, corners, and first half goals. Odds are sourced from leading bookmakers and are subject to change — always check with your bookmaker before placing a bet.

Full Time Result

Wellington Phoenix 2.2
Draw 3.58
Central Coast Mariners 3.34

Half Time Result

Wellington Phoenix 2.87
Draw 2.28
Central Coast Mariners 4

Double Chance

Wellington Phoenix or Draw 1.33
Wellington Phoenix or Central Coast Mariners 1.32
Draw or Central Coast Mariners 1.72

Both Teams to Score

Yes 1.67
No 2.06

Total Goals

Over 1.5 1.25
Over 2.5 1.95
Over 3.5 3.33
Under 1.5 3.75
Under 2.5 1.9
Under 3.5 1.35

1st Half Goals

Over 0.5 1.35
Over 1.5 2.9

Total Corners

Over 8.5 1.25
Over 9.5 1.44
Over 10.5 1.72
Over 11.5 2.12

Wellington Phoenix Goals

Over 0.5 1.21
Over 1.5 2.19

Central Coast Mariners Goals

Over 0.5 1.34
Over 1.5 2.92

Today's Football Acca

Statistical picks combined into a daily accumulator. Each selection backed by match data and recent form analysis.

⚽ Today's Over 2.5 Goals Acca
  • Manchester City U21 vs Norwich City U21 19:00 BST | Premier League 2 Division One, England Manchester City U21 have seen over 2.5 goals in 8/9 home matches this season · Norwich City U21 have seen over 2.5 goals in 8/9 away matches this season · Odds: 1.22
    89% combined
  • Crewe Alexandra U21 vs Queens Park Rangers U21 13:00 BST | Professional Development League, England Crewe Alexandra U21 have seen over 2.5 goals in 10/13 home matches this season · Queens Park Rangers U21 have seen over 2.5 goals in 11/13 away matches this season · Odds: 1.3
    81% combined
  • Sheffield United U21 vs Bristol City U21 14:00 BST | Professional Development League, England Sheffield United U21 have seen over 2.5 goals in 8/12 home matches this season · Bristol City U21 have seen over 2.5 goals in 11/13 away matches this season · Odds: 1.28
    76% combined
  • Newcastle United U21 vs Wolves U21 19:00 BST | Premier League 2 Division One, England Newcastle United U21 have seen over 2.5 goals in 7/9 home matches this season · Wolves U21 have seen over 2.5 goals in 6/9 away matches this season · Odds: 1.44
    72% combined
Acca odds (approx) 2.92
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Wellington Phoenix vs Central Coast Mariners Prediction FAQs

What is the prediction for Wellington Phoenix vs Central Coast Mariners?

Over 2.5 Goals — Wellington Phoenix have seen 3+ goals in 70% of home games, Central Coast Mariners in 90% of away games. The numbers suggest an open, high-scoring fixture.

Which team is likely to win, Wellington Phoenix or Central Coast Mariners?

Central Coast Mariners hold a slight form advantage away (40% wins) over Wellington Phoenix at home (30% wins) in A-League Men. A competitive fixture with the visitors potentially having the edge.

Will both teams score in the match between Wellington Phoenix and Central Coast Mariners?

Possibly — Central Coast Mariners regularly see both teams score away (70%), while Wellington Phoenix are lower at home (60%). The visitors are likely to score, but a home reply is less guaranteed.

Will there be Over 2.5 goals in the match between Wellington Phoenix and Central Coast Mariners?

Yes, likely — Over 2.5 Goals has landed in 70% of Wellington Phoenix's home games and 90% of Central Coast Mariners's away games in A-League Men. Both sides consistently feature in high-scoring matches.

Which team is more likely to score multiple goals: Wellington Phoenix or Central Coast Mariners?

Central Coast Mariners have the stronger away scoring record — 2+ goals in 20% of away games compared to Wellington Phoenix's 10% at home. The visitors may be the more productive side.

Will there be many corners in the match between Wellington Phoenix and Central Coast Mariners?

Yes — both Wellington Phoenix (80% Over 8.5 at home) and Central Coast Mariners (70% Over 8.5 away) regularly feature in high-corner matches in A-League Men. Plenty of set-piece opportunities expected.

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