The A-League is back in action with another round of matches this week as Newcastle Jets lock horns with an impressive Western Sydney Wanderers side in an important clash at the CommBank Stadium on Friday.
Western Sydney Wanderers vs Newcastle Jets Preview
Western Sydney Wanderers are currently in second place in the A-League standings and have exceeded expectations so far this season. The Wanderers were held to a 1-1 draw by Brisbane Roar in their previous game and will need to take it up a notch this week.
Newcastle Jets, on the other hand, are in third place in the league table at the moment and have also stepped up to the plate this season. The away side eased past Wellington Phoenix by a 3-1 margin last week and will be confident ahead of this fixture.
Western Sydney Wanderers vs Newcastle Jets Head-to-Head and Key Numbers
Western Sydney Wanderers vs Newcastle Jets Prediction
Western Sydney Wanderers have been in impressive form this season and will be intent on winning silverware this year. The Wanderers have relied on their defensive nous and will need to present a robust front in this fixture.
Newcastle Jets have been an impressive unit in the final third but have a few defensive issues to address ahead of this match. Both teams are on an even footing at the moment and could play out a draw this week.
Prediction: Western Sydney Wanderers 2-2 Newcastle Jets
Western Sydney Wanderers vs Newcastle Jets Betting Tips
Tip 1: Result - Draw
Tip 2: Game to score over 2.5 goals - Yes
Tip 3: Newcastle Jets to score first - Yes
Tip 4: Trent Buhagiar to score - Yes