Newcastle Jets FC vs Wellington Phoenix: match statistics
Newcastle Jets FC demonstrates a clear advantage in offense, scoring an average of 2.17 goals per match at home, with their xG (2.02) confirming the quality of chances created. The hosts are in excellent form, winning four of their last five matches overall (12 goals scored). Wellington Phoenix has a solid away record (33% wins), however, their lower xG coefficient (1.27) and lower efficiency in away matches could be problematic. Newcastle's defense raises concerns (2.33 goals conceded on average at home), which opens the door to a draw or a surprise from the visitors. Considering the offensive advantage and good form of the hosts, as well as the balanced goal difference of both teams, Newcastle has a better chance of winning, although an open and high-scoring match is expected.
Newcastle Jets FC vs Wellington Phoenix: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Newcastle Jets FC played against Wellington Phoenix in A-League (Australia). The game was played on January 23, 2026. Final score: 4:1.
Recent form
Newcastle Jets FC has 4 wins, 0 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 2.40 points per game. Wellington Phoenix has 3 wins, 1 draw and 1 loss, with 2.00 points per game.
Scoring records
Newcastle Jets FC scores 2.00 goals per game and allows 1.85. Wellington Phoenix scores 1.62 and allows 1.69. Games in this league average 2.58 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 69% of Newcastle Jets FC's games and 77% of Wellington Phoenix's. The Over 2.5 rates are 77% and 77%, compared with league averages of 51% for BTTS and 51% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Newcastle Jets FC has the higher season xG average, 1.71 to 1.50 per game. Newcastle Jets FC takes 14.5 shots per game, while Wellington Phoenix takes 13.3.
First-half and second-half trends
Newcastle Jets FC leads at halftime in 31% of its games and scores 1.00 goals per game after halftime. Wellington Phoenix leads at halftime in 31% and scores 1.00 after halftime.
When the teams score
Newcastle Jets FC's most productive scoring window is minutes 0-15 (7 goals). For Wellington Phoenix, it is minutes 46-60 (6 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
A-League games average 2.58 goals. Both teams score in 51% of games, and 51% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 4.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 100% of them.
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
Newcastle Jets FC demonstrates a clear advantage in offense, scoring an average of 2.17 goals per match at home, with their xG (2.02) confirming the quality of chances created. The hosts are in excellent form, winning four of their last five matches overall (12 goals scored). Wellington Phoenix has a solid away record (33% wins), however, their lower xG coefficient (1.27) and lower efficiency in away matches could be problematic. Newcastle's defense raises concerns (2.33 goals conceded on average at home), which opens the door to a draw or a surprise from the visitors. Considering the offensive advantage and good form of the hosts, as well as the balanced goal difference of both teams, Newcastle has a better chance of winning, although an open and high-scoring match is expected.
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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
| Newcastle Jets FC | Wellington Phoenix | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 38% | 39% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.12 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.37 | 0.31 |
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.
Newcastle Jets FC is 20% better for: last-5 form.
2.4 pts / game - Newcastle Jets FC · 2 pts / game - Wellington Phoenix
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.
Newcastle Jets FC is 23% better for: goals scored per game.
2 goals / game - Newcastle Jets FC · 1.62 goals / game - Wellington Phoenix
Wellington Phoenix is 9% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.85 goals / game - Newcastle Jets FC · 1.69 goals / game - Wellington Phoenix
Newcastle Jets FC scores in 85% of games (11 of 13 meczów), while Wellington Phoenix keeps a clean sheet in 15% (2 of 13 meczów).
Wellington Phoenix scores in 92% of games (12 of 13 meczów), while Newcastle Jets FC keeps a clean sheet in 15% (2 of 13 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 - Newcastle Jets FC
Over / Under - Wellington Phoenix
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.
Newcastle Jets FC is 14% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.31 pts / game - Newcastle Jets FC · 1.15 pts / game - Wellington Phoenix
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Newcastle Jets FC - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 31% of games and wins 54%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Allows 0.2 more goals per game after halftime, a sign that the defense becomes less effective later in games.
Wellington Phoenix - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 31% of games and wins 38%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.60 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 1.0 | 1.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.6 | 2.2 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 40% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 40% | 20% |
| Goal difference | +2 | +3 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.40 | 2.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.8 | 1.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.0 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 1.8 | 2.0 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 80% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 80% |
| No goal | 20% | 20% |
| Goal difference | -1 | +4 |
* 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 0-15 (7 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
Most dangerous in minutes 46-60 (6 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
* 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
Newcastle Jets FC
Wellington Phoenix
* 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
| Newcastle Jets FC | Liga | Wellington Phoenix | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 3.85 | 2.58 | ▲ 3.31 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 69% | 51% | ▲ 77% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 77% | 51% | ▲ 77% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 15% | 28% | ▼ 15% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 77% | 71% | ▲ 85% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 85% | 72% | ▲ 92% |
^ 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
Away team
Starting lineup
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.
Head-to-head
Record from Newcastle Jets FC's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses against Wellington Phoenix. Games average 4.00 goals, and both teams scored in 100% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Newcastle Jets FC vs Wellington Phoenix?
The A-League match finished Newcastle Jets FC 4:1 Wellington Phoenix. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Newcastle Jets FC vs Wellington Phoenix?
Newcastle Jets FC score 2.00 goals per game on average and Wellington Phoenix 1.62. The A-League average is 2.58 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 51% of games. Both teams score in 69% of Newcastle Jets FC's matches and 77% of Wellington Phoenix's.
What form are Newcastle Jets FC and Wellington Phoenix in?
Over the last 5 games Newcastle Jets FC have a 4-0-1 record (2.40 points per game) and Wellington Phoenix 3-1-1 (2.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Newcastle Jets FC vs Wellington Phoenix?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Newcastle Jets FC vs Wellington Phoenix: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.