Perth Glory FC vs Melbourne City FC: match statistics
Perth Glory FC is in very poor form, having failed to win any of their last five matches (0-2-3) and conceding as many as 12 goals during this period. The hosts have the worst home record in the season with a 60% loss rate, although their xG (1.51) exceeds their actual goals scored (1.0 on average), which suggests misfortune in finishing. Melbourne City FC also does not shine in away matches, drawing as many as 45% of their away games and displaying average form (1-2-2 in their last five). The visitors have an advantage in ball possession (53% vs 49%) and a better shot conversion rate (9% vs 7%), but their away xG (1.34) is lower than Perth's at home. Considering the poor form of both teams, City's high tendency to draw away matches, and the balanced statistical quality, the most likely outcome is a share of the points.
Perth Glory FC vs Melbourne City FC: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Perth Glory FC played against Melbourne City FC in A-League (Australia). The game was played on March 22, 2026. Final score: 1:1.
Recent form
Perth Glory FC has 0 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.40 points per game. Melbourne City FC has 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses, with 1.00 points per game.
Scoring records
Perth Glory FC scores 1.14 goals per game and allows 1.62. Melbourne City FC scores 1.05 and allows 1.35. Games in this league average 2.86 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 48% of Perth Glory FC's games and 45% of Melbourne City FC's. The Over 2.5 rates are 57% and 40%, compared with league averages of 59% for BTTS and 57% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Melbourne City FC has the higher season xG average, 1.46 to 1.25 per game. Perth Glory FC takes 11.5 shots per game, while Melbourne City FC takes 12.4.
First-half and second-half trends
Perth Glory FC leads at halftime in 24% of its games and scores 0.52 goals per game after halftime. Melbourne City FC leads at halftime in 20% and scores 0.55 after halftime.
When the teams score
Perth Glory FC's most productive scoring window is minutes 16-30 (7 goals). For Melbourne City FC, it is minutes 76-90+ (6 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
A-League games average 2.86 goals. Both teams score in 59% of games, and 57% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, 2 previous meetings were available. The record was 1 home win, 0 draws and 1 away win. Those games averaged 4.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% 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
Perth Glory FC is in very poor form, having failed to win any of their last five matches (0-2-3) and conceding as many as 12 goals during this period. The hosts have the worst home record in the season with a 60% loss rate, although their xG (1.51) exceeds their actual goals scored (1.0 on average), which suggests misfortune in finishing. Melbourne City FC also does not shine in away matches, drawing as many as 45% of their away games and displaying average form (1-2-2 in their last five). The visitors have an advantage in ball possession (53% vs 49%) and a better shot conversion rate (9% vs 7%), but their away xG (1.34) is lower than Perth's at home. Considering the poor form of both teams, City's high tendency to draw away matches, and the balanced statistical quality, the most likely outcome is a share of the points.
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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
| Perth Glory FC | Melbourne City FC | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 31% | 31% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.32 | 0.28 |
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.
Melbourne City FC is 150% better for: last-5 form.
0.4 pts / game - Perth Glory FC · 1 pts / game - Melbourne City FC
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.
Perth Glory FC is 9% better for: goals scored per game.
1.14 goals / game - Perth Glory FC · 1.05 goals / game - Melbourne City FC
Melbourne City FC is 20% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.62 goals / game - Perth Glory FC · 1.35 goals / game - Melbourne City FC
Perth Glory FC scores in 62% of games (13 of 21 meczów), while Melbourne City FC keeps a clean sheet in 40% (8 of 20 meczów).
Melbourne City FC scores in 70% of games (14 of 20 meczów), while Perth Glory FC keeps a clean sheet in 14% (3 of 21 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 - Perth Glory FC
Over / Under - Melbourne City FC
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.
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Perth Glory FC - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 24% of games and wins 29%. 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.
Melbourne City FC - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 20% of games and wins 30%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.60 | 0.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.4 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.0 | 1.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.4 | 1.8 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 80% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 20% |
| No goal | 60% | 60% |
| Goal difference | -3 | -5 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.60 | 1.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 1.2 |
| Average goals per game | 0.8 | 2.0 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 80% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 20% |
| No goal | 80% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -2 | -2 |
* 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 16-30 (7 goals). Concedes most in 0-15 (8). Late-goal balance (76-90): 0.
Most dangerous in minutes 76-90 (6 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (7). Late-goal balance (76-90): -1 - late phases are a weakness.
* 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
Perth Glory FC
Melbourne City FC
* 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
| Perth Glory FC | Liga | Melbourne City FC | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.76 | 2.86 | ▼ 2.40 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 48% | 59% | ▼ 45% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | • 57% | 57% | ▼ 40% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 14% | 23% | ▲ 40% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 81% | 74% | ▼ 65% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 81% | 79% | ▼ 65% |
^ 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.
Referee context
See how often this referee shows cards, awards penalties and how their matches tend to finish.
Head-to-head
Record from Perth Glory FC's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 1 loss against Melbourne City FC. Games average 4.00 goals, and both teams scored in 50% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Perth Glory FC vs Melbourne City FC?
The A-League match finished Perth Glory FC 1:1 Melbourne City FC. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What is the head-to-head record between Perth Glory FC and Melbourne City FC?
In the last 2 head-to-head matches Perth Glory FC won 1, Melbourne City FC won 1 and 0 ended level. These games averaged 4.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 50% of them.
What do the goal statistics show before Perth Glory FC vs Melbourne City FC?
Perth Glory FC score 1.14 goals per game on average and Melbourne City FC 1.05. The A-League average is 2.86 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 57% of games. Both teams score in 48% of Perth Glory FC's matches and 45% of Melbourne City FC's.
What form are Perth Glory FC and Melbourne City FC in?
Over the last 5 games Perth Glory FC have a 0-2-3 record (0.40 points per game) and Melbourne City FC 1-2-2 (1.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Perth Glory FC vs Melbourne City FC?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Perth Glory FC vs Melbourne City FC: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.