Central Coast Mariners the visitors Melbourne City in the Australian A-League – Round 12. The match will be held on Wednesday, January 16th, at the Central Coast Stadium (Gosford).
Central Coast Mariners are the weakest A-League contenders. Over the span of 11 rounds, the team have attained only 2 points of 36 possible. That said, the 2 draws they featured yet in the start to the season, suffering 10 consecutive losses afterwards – not surprisingly, given their failing play in defense. In 11 matches, the team allowed 32 goals, which is the league’s worst record. The Mariners’ defense were extremely bad in the last 3 encounters wherein they missed 12 goals in total. Even their successful attack did not provide for 1 point at least.
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The bronze holders of the last season campaign, Melbourne City, are doing little better now. Indeed, they are only 4th in the standings, but their breakaway from the topper is only 6 points. The loss of the best striker Ross McCormack affects the City’s effectiveness – they count only 16 goals made. Their defense are more secure in this league though. In 11 matches, they allowed just 10 times, which is the league’s best record. The team’s defense failed only once – in the clash against Sydney. In the last 5 rounds, the guests allowed only twice.
The hosting side demonstrated rather good performance in their last encounters. In the meeting with Wellington Phoenix, they were ahead, 0:1, however, the team’s regular defense fails hamper them from getting points. Сentral Coast often commit fouls, which lead to dismissals in 2 latest rounds. Unlike their hosts, Melbourne City succeed more in defense. Moreover, they boast a great form, counting 13 points picked up in 5 latest clashes. The team held 2 successful outings, against Adelaide United and Sydney, keeping a clean sheet there. Considering that the Mariners allow 2 goals as a minimum in the 10 successive rounds so far, the City will manage to gain the 3rd away win on Wednesday as well.
Prediction for the match: Melbourne City to win away.
