👉 What is the recommended bet for Central Coast Macarthur?

The prediction and suggested bet for Central Coast vs Macarthur, on 20 April 2025, is: Over 2.5 goals.

👉 In which stadium will Central Coast Macarthur be played?

Central Coast vs Macarthur on 20 April 2025 will take place at Gosford, Central Coast Stadium.

Central Coast vs Macarthur Prediction – A-League

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Check out the best predictions for Central Coast vs MacArthur

Here you find the best prediction for Central Coast vs MacArthur in the A-League, alongside match analysis and betting tips.

Read below for our detailed analysis of both teams, including their recent forms and key statistics from their last matches, to provide the best prediction for this match between Central Coast and MacArthur.

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Betting tip and prediction for this match between Central Coast and MacArthur

The best prediction for Central Coast vs MacArthur in the A-League is over 2.5 goals. MacArthur has been in strong form recently, winning their last two away games decisively. They first triumphed at Adelaide United with a score of 5-4, and then achieved an impressive 5-1 win at Brisbane Roar. Despite a draw at home against Newcastle Jets (3-3), it is evident that MacArthur will strive for maximum points to enhance their chances of reaching 6th position. Therefore, an exciting match with several goals is anticipated, making the “over 2.5 goals” market a promising option.

The best prediction for Central Coast vs MacArthur

Over 0.5 goal in the 1st half (guess for live bet)
Over 1.5 goals (guess for live, double or triple bet)
Over 2.5 goals (risky guess)

Match preview: Central Coast vs MacArthur

Central Coast and MacArthur will face off at Central Coast Stadium for the 27th round of the A-League. The teams drew (1-1) in their previous encounter on 23 December 2024. Historical meetings at this stadium show a close rivalry, with both teams securing two wins each among their last six matches. However, in their most recent encounter here, MacArthur emerged victorious with a score of 2-1. The goals in that match came from Brian Kaltak (90′) for Central Coast and Valère Germain (57′) and Kearyn Baccus (84′) for MacArthur. The location of the match is particularly interesting as Central Coast sits 10th in the overall standings while being 10th at home, against MacArthur who stands 2nd as a visitor.

Team analysis: Central Coast

The home team is currently occupying 10th place, having garnered 25 points from 5 wins, 10 draws, and 9 losses. Their previous match ended in a 1-0 defeat to Melbourne City, while their last outing resulted in a heavy 6-0 loss to Newcastle Jets. This team generally performs better away, amassing 15 points from away matches, scoring 16 goals and conceding 24, compared to just 10 points at home with a tally of 10 goals scored and 23 conceded. Within their last 10 home games, they only managed to secure 9 points, with the most common scoreline at half-time being 0-0, occurring in four of their 11 home fixtures. Central Coast has struggled defensively, conceding in all last 10 matches of the competition. The Mariners have had difficulty taking the lead, managing to open the scoring in just 5 of their last 24 games in the A-League, and they have only overturned the score in one of the 16 matches where they conceded first.

The Central Coast Mariners have seen a drastic decline this season in the A-League, falling from 1st place last year to their current position of 10th, with only a 1 point cushion above Wellington Phoenix, who are 11th. Following a dismal defeat (6-0) at Newcastle, their confidence has dipped significantly, compounded by two consecutive losses. As they prepare to host MacArthur, a team vying for 6th position, they must cling to their 10th place, which is now under threat.

Team analysis: MacArthur

MacArthur is positioned 8th in the league with 32 points, achieved through 9 victories, 5 draws, and 9 losses. In their previous match, they drew at home against Newcastle Jets (3-3) and bounced back to win 5-1 away at Brisbane Roar. Notably, MacArthur has performed better in away matches, collecting 22 points on the road compared to just 10 at home. Over their last 10 matches as visitors in the league, they have accumulated 19 points from 6 victories, 1 draw, and 3 losses. Defensively, they have conceded goals in 9 of their last 10 outings, revealing a lack of solidity, yet their attack has been consistently effective, managing to score in 8 of their last 10 matches in this competition. Matches involving MacArthur tend to see goals, as 10 out of 12 away games resulted in over 2.5 goals. In 23 matches this season, they managed to overturn the score in just 2 of the 10 games where they conceded first.

MacArthur’s objective is to secure a place in the top six, though it is a challenging task ahead. They trail Sydney by only 2 points, but the upcoming fixtures pose a tough challenge with matches against Central Coast Mariners, which is viewed as their easiest fixture of the remaining three. Following this, they face Melbourne Victory and end with a fixture against the Western Wanderers, known for their strong form. Therefore, claiming all three points in this 27th round is crucial for MacArthur to keep their aspirations alive for a top-six finish.