Central Coast Mariners vs Brisbane Roar: match statistics
Brisbane Roar have displayed significantly better form over the last five matches, averaging 1.6 points per game compared to a mere 0.2 for Central Coast Mariners. The hosts sit in 12th place in the table, having lost four of their last five fixtures, while Brisbane occupy the 3rd position with a solid record of 4 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses this season. A key differentiator is the visitors' defense; they concede an average of just 1 goal per away match with a 40% clean sheet rate, marking a significant advantage over the hosts, who concede 1.4 goals on average in home games. The xG statistics also favor Brisbane Roar (1.22 xG For vs 1.29 xG Against), whereas Central Coast shows weaker offensive efficiency (0.99 xG For vs 1.81 xG Against in home matches). Taking all data into account, Brisbane Roar have a solid chance of securing the three points, although their lower scoring output on the road (0.8 goals/match) suggests this could be a tightly contested affair.
Central Coast Mariners vs Brisbane Roar: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Central Coast Mariners played against Brisbane Roar in A-League (Australia). The game was played on December 31, 2025. Final score: 1:2.
Recent form
Central Coast Mariners has 0 wins, 1 draw and 4 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.20 points per game. Brisbane Roar has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss, with 1.60 points per game.
Scoring records
Central Coast Mariners scores 1.11 goals per game and allows 1.67. Brisbane Roar scores 1.00 and allows 0.56. Games in this league average 2.60 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 67% of Central Coast Mariners's games and 33% of Brisbane Roar's. The Over 2.5 rates are 56% and 33%, compared with league averages of 52% for BTTS and 48% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Brisbane Roar has the higher season xG average, 1.19 to 1.03 per game. Central Coast Mariners takes 8.9 shots per game, while Brisbane Roar takes 11.1.
First-half and second-half trends
Central Coast Mariners leads at halftime in 11% of its games and scores 0.33 goals per game after halftime. Brisbane Roar leads at halftime in 44% and scores 0.44 after halftime.
When the teams score
Central Coast Mariners's most productive scoring window is minutes 31-45+ (3 goals). For Brisbane Roar, it is minutes 31-45+ (4 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
A-League games average 2.60 goals. Both teams score in 52% of games, and 48% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
There is not enough head-to-head history for a meaningful comparison.
Archived pre-match analysis
This analysis was prepared before kick-off. The conclusions use only information available before the match and do not include the final result or post-match statistics.
General match analysis
Brisbane Roar have displayed significantly better form over the last five matches, averaging 1.6 points per game compared to a mere 0.2 for Central Coast Mariners. The hosts sit in 12th place in the table, having lost four of their last five fixtures, while Brisbane occupy the 3rd position with a solid record of 4 wins, 3 draws, and 2 losses this season. A key differentiator is the visitors' defense; they concede an average of just 1 goal per away match with a 40% clean sheet rate, marking a significant advantage over the hosts, who concede 1.4 goals on average in home games. The xG statistics also favor Brisbane Roar (1.22 xG For vs 1.29 xG Against), whereas Central Coast shows weaker offensive efficiency (0.99 xG For vs 1.81 xG Against in home matches). Taking all data into account, Brisbane Roar have a solid chance of securing the three points, although their lower scoring output on the road (0.8 goals/match) suggests this could be a tightly contested affair.
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Game stats
Pre-game profile— what do the season numbers say?
This team profile combines season stats and recent form. In-game statistics appear after the final whistle.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Compare both teams' attacking and defensive records this season.
Shooting quality
| Central Coast Mariners | Brisbane Roar | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 33% | 27% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.38 | 0.33 |
xG per shot around 0.08 usually means long-range attempts; 0.15+ usually means box chances. The style label comes from possession, shot volume and conversion.
* xG (expected goals) says how many goals a team should score from its chances. If actual goals are above xG, finishing is above average; if below xG, chances are being missed.
Team form— who is in better shape?
Last five games and season record, overall, at home and away.
Brisbane Roar is 700% better for: last-5 form.
0.2 pts / game - Central Coast Mariners · 1.6 pts / game - Brisbane Roar
Goals— how do both teams score and concede?
How many goals both teams score and concede, plus how often they keep a clean sheet or fail to score.
Central Coast Mariners is 11% better for: goals scored per game.
1.11 goals / game - Central Coast Mariners · 1 goals / game - Brisbane Roar
Brisbane Roar is 198% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.67 goals / game - Central Coast Mariners · 0.56 goals / game - Brisbane Roar
Central Coast Mariners scores in 78% of games (7 of 9 meczów), while Brisbane Roar keeps a clean sheet in 67% (6 of 9 meczów).
Brisbane Roar scores in 78% of games (7 of 9 meczów), while Central Coast Mariners keeps a clean sheet in 22% (2 of 9 meczów).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away games this season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often games involving these teams produce goals at both ends, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these games cross the goal lines?
See how often games involving these teams clear each goal line, for the full game and each half.
Full game - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Central Coast Mariners
Over / Under - Brisbane Roar
1st half
2nd half
Game halves— when do the teams score more often?
How teams split performance between first and second half: goals, points, clean sheets and half-time state.
Brisbane Roar is 89% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1 pts / game - Central Coast Mariners · 1.89 pts / game - Brisbane Roar
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Central Coast Mariners - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 11% of games and wins 22%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Brisbane Roar - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 44% of games and wins 44%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.3 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 0.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 0.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.2 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 2.2 | 0.8 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 60% |
| 2 goals | 80% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 0% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 40% |
| No goal | 20% | 100% |
| Goal difference | -1 | -4 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 1.20 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.2 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 40% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 20% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 80% | 80% |
| No goal | 60% | 60% |
| Goal difference | +1 | 0 |
* Table colors show frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate and red is rare. They are not team ratings.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
The parts of a game in which both teams score and allow the most goals.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (3 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (4). Late-goal balance (76-90): -1 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 31-45 (4 goals). Concedes most in 61-75 (2). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
* Buckets 31-45 and 76-90 include added-time goals.
Additional team indicators— what do xG, efficiency and form show?
A comparison of chance quality, results and trends from completed games this season.
Game profile
Central Coast Mariners
Brisbane Roar
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range use public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical game profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed games from the season.
League context— is this a high-scoring league?
How both teams compare with league-wide averages (A-League).
Teams vs league
| Central Coast Mariners | Liga | Brisbane Roar | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 2.78 | 2.60 | ▼ 1.56 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 67% | 52% | ▼ 33% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 56% | 48% | ▼ 33% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 22% | 28% | ▲ 67% |
| Goal before half-time | • 67% | 66% | ▼ 56% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 78% | 69% | ▼ 44% |
^ green = above league average, ˇ red = below league average. This shows direction of the gap, not a team rating.
Lineups and player events
Verified starters, substitutes and recorded player events for this match.
Home team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Away team
Starting lineup
Substitutes
Match timeline
Goals, cards and substitutions arranged in chronological order.
Referee and managers
Open their season profiles to compare match records, goals and disciplinary trends.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
FAQ
What was the result of Central Coast Mariners vs Brisbane Roar?
The A-League match finished Central Coast Mariners 1:2 Brisbane Roar. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Central Coast Mariners vs Brisbane Roar?
Central Coast Mariners score 1.11 goals per game on average and Brisbane Roar 1.00. The A-League average is 2.60 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 48% of games. Both teams score in 67% of Central Coast Mariners's matches and 33% of Brisbane Roar's.
What form are Central Coast Mariners and Brisbane Roar in?
Over the last 5 games Central Coast Mariners have a 0-1-4 record (0.20 points per game) and Brisbane Roar 2-2-1 (1.60 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Central Coast Mariners vs Brisbane Roar?
The statistical background for Central Coast Mariners vs Brisbane Roar — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under — is on this page. The tip with full reasoning and a value assessment is in the NoFluffPicks app.