Adelaide United hosts Sydney FC in round 1 of Australian A-League. The match will be played on Friday, October 11th at Coopers Stadium (Adelaide)
Adelaide United started very early in the new season, having passed four stages in the national cup: 1/16 finals - Melbourne Knights (5-2); 1/8 - Olympic FC (3-2); quarterfinals - Newcastle Jets (1-0); semifinals - Central Coast Mariners (2-1). Besides, Adelaide played three friendly games, showing a 100% result. Broadly speaking, Adelaide United has not lost for the last seven matches in a row.
Sydney FC also began the season with a game in the Australian Cup. Truth be told, the team did it unsuccessfully, having been eliminated by Brisbane Roar in the 1/16 finals (0-2). I would like to note a friendly match against PSG (0-3). Yes, the Australian team lost but did it with dignity, despite the result. I do not think that Sydney really needed a cup, given that the coach fielded a semi-regular squad. Do not forget that they are the current champions of Australia. Therefore, their task is to maintain the title.
It is difficult to judge the shape of both teams according to their performances in the national cup, as well as friendly games. Still, Adelaide has already held four official matches, when Sydney played only one. Therefore, the hosts seem to have a slight advantage in the form of preparation. I won’t probably bet on Adelaide’s victory, but the option with Over 1.0 goal scored looks very good.
Prediction for the match: Adelaide United to score over 1.0 goal
