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Sydney FC vs Wellington Phoenix

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AI Match Summary

Sydney FC play Wellington Phoenix in the A-League. It looks like a close match. Recently, Sydney FC averaged 1.23 goals scored and 0.93 conceded. Wellington Phoenix averaged 1.33 goals scored and 1.77 conceded. In past meetings, Sydney FC won 1, Wellington Phoenix won 2, and they drew 2. Their last match on Mar 1, 2026 ended 0:1. Our numbers estimate xG of 1.06 for Sydney FC and 0.81 for Wellington Phoenix. This points to a Sydney FC double chance or over markets.

Win Probability Meter

Derived from 10,000 simulations matching home advantage & form profiles

38%
Sydney FC
27%
Draws
35%
Wellington Phoenix
Draw rate projection: 27% Favored: Sydney FC

Model Confidence

Aggregate indicator score

70% / Medium Confidence
  • Sydney FC picked up more points recently compared to Wellington Phoenix.
  • Model forecasts higher goal threat for the host (1.06 vs 0.81 xG).
  • Past meetings show a clear pattern favoring the home side.
  • Strong defensive structures favor a low-scoring, controlled fixture.

Goal Probability Engine

Model estimations for goals markets based on xG conversion histories

Over 0.5 Goals 92%
Over 1.5 Goals 72%
Over 2.5 Goals 51%
Over 3.5 Goals 31%
Over 4.5 Goals 15%
Both Teams To Score (BTTS) 48%
Sydney FC Clean Sheet 26%
Wellington Phoenix Clean Sheet 14%
First Half Goal 65%
Second Half Goal 68%

Recent Team Form Analysis

Averages per match over historical game filters

Metric Sydney FC Wellington Phoenix
Matches Played 30 30
Wins 13 12
Draws 7 6
Losses 10 12
Goals Scored 1.23 1.33
Goals Conceded 0.93 1.77
Expected Goals (xG) 0.88 1.00
Expected Goals Conceded (xGA) 0.63 1.25

H2H

Historical prediction success rates across key markets

Mar 1, 2026 A-League
Wellington Phoenix vs Sydney FC
0:1
Jan 18, 2026 A-League
Sydney FC vs Wellington Phoenix
0:2
Mar 16, 2025 A-League
Sydney FC vs Wellington Phoenix
1:1
Jan 15, 2025 A-League
Wellington Phoenix vs Sydney FC
0:0
Mar 16, 2024 A-League
Wellington Phoenix vs Sydney FC
2:1

Key Player Impact Analysis

Key performers and expected goal involvement factors

Sydney FC Compare

Avg xG / game 0.68
Avg xA / game 0.44

Wellington Phoenix Compare

Top Goalscorer Armiento C.
1 Goals
Assists Leader Hughes I.
1 Ast
Avg xG / game 0.91
Avg xA / game 0.56

Sokapicks Momentum Index

Current performance index incorporating opponent strength & fatigue (0-100)

Sydney FC 39 / 100
Wellington Phoenix 34 / 100
How it's calculated: Weighted formula of recent form points (60%), goal margin trends (20%), home/away adjustments (10%), and squad impact availability ratings (10%).

Attack & Defence Capability Index

ATTACK DEFENCE POSSESSION DISCIPLINE
Sydney FC Wellington Phoenix

Prediction Engine Forecast

Simulated score frequencies and primary prediction markets

Primary Pick Double Chance: Sydney FC or Draw (1X)
Secondary Pick Under 3.5 Goals
First Half Result Home Win (HT)
BTTS Outcome No (NG)
Over/Under Pick Under 2.5

Value Bet Detector (+EV)

Matches where our model probability exceeds implied bookmaker odds

1X2 Home Win
Value Edge +26.5%
3.33
Goals Over/Under Over 2.5 Goals
Value Edge +13.2%
2.22
*EV represents Expected Value. A positive value edge means the bookmaker has priced the selection significantly below its true statistical likelihood.

Attacking Heatmaps & Shot Locations

Dynamic heat overlays computed from tactical zone entries

Sydney FC attacking → ← attacking Wellington Phoenix

Sokapicks Smart Insights

Historical trends and unique patterns automatically detected by our system

Sydney FC scored in 67% of their last 30 games.

Wellington Phoenix let in goals in 80% of their last 30 matches.

Games between these two average 1.60 goals.

Sydney FC went unbeaten in 4 of their last 5 games.

Wellington Phoenix lost 2 of their last 5 games.

Interactive Team Comparison Slider

Side-by-side comparison of team metrics

46 Points in last 5 42
0.88 Goals expected (xG) 1.00
0.63 Goals conceded expected (xGA) 1.25

League Standings

PosTeam P W D L GD Pts
1Newcastle Jets26153855:3948
2Adelaide Utd26127746:3643
3Auckland FC26119642:2942
4Melbourne Victory26117844:3340
5Sydney FC26116933:2539
6Melbourne City26108833:3338
7Macarthur FC26971037:4434
8Wellington Phoenix26961136:4833
9Central Coast26881035:4232
10Perth Glory26871132:3931
11Brisbane Roar26681227:3626
12Western Sydney Wanderers26561527:4321