Sydney FC vs Melbourne City FC: match statistics
Sydney FC presents significantly better form and statistics in home matches. The hosts win 56% of their home fixtures, recording a positive goal difference of +8, whereas Melbourne City FC has only a 20% away win rate and a negative goal difference of -7. Sydney FC scores an average of 1.78 goals per home game with an xG of 1.93, indicating offensive efficiency, while the visitors score only 1 goal on average away with an xG of 1.29. Melbourne City FC has not recorded a single victory in their last five matches, securing a mere 0.6 points per game, which confirms their poor disposition. Additionally, the visitors concede an average of 1.7 goals away from home and have only 40% clean sheets, which, combined with Sydney FC's attacking potential, increases the hosts' chances. All key indicators point to Sydney FC's advantage, although Melbourne City's solid away draw rate (50%) suggests the visitors could put up some resistance.
Sydney FC vs Melbourne City FC: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Sydney FC played against Melbourne City FC in A-League (Australia). The game was played on March 17, 2026. Final score: 0:1.
Recent form
Sydney FC has 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss over its last five games, averaging 1.60 points per game. Melbourne City FC has 0 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses, with 0.40 points per game.
Scoring records
Sydney FC scores 1.40 goals per game and allows 1.00. Melbourne City FC scores 1.05 and allows 1.42. Games in this league average 2.83 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 35% of Sydney FC's games and 47% of Melbourne City FC's. The Over 2.5 rates are 45% and 42%, compared with league averages of 58% for BTTS and 56% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Sydney FC has the higher season xG average, 1.70 to 1.44 per game. Sydney FC takes 15.8 shots per game, while Melbourne City FC takes 12.1.
First-half and second-half trends
Sydney FC leads at halftime in 10% of its games and scores 1.10 goals per game after halftime. Melbourne City FC leads at halftime in 21% and scores 0.53 after halftime.
When the teams score
Sydney FC's most productive scoring window is minutes 46-60 (9 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 2.83 goals. Both teams score in 58% of games, and 56% finish with at least three goals.
Head-to-head record
Before this game, one previous meeting was available. The record was 0 home wins, 1 draw and 0 away wins. Those games averaged 0.00 goals, with both teams scoring in 0% 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
Sydney FC presents significantly better form and statistics in home matches. The hosts win 56% of their home fixtures, recording a positive goal difference of +8, whereas Melbourne City FC has only a 20% away win rate and a negative goal difference of -7. Sydney FC scores an average of 1.78 goals per home game with an xG of 1.93, indicating offensive efficiency, while the visitors score only 1 goal on average away with an xG of 1.29. Melbourne City FC has not recorded a single victory in their last five matches, securing a mere 0.6 points per game, which confirms their poor disposition. Additionally, the visitors concede an average of 1.7 goals away from home and have only 40% clean sheets, which, combined with Sydney FC's attacking potential, increases the hosts' chances. All key indicators point to Sydney FC's advantage, although Melbourne City's solid away draw rate (50%) suggests the visitors could put up some resistance.
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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
| Sydney FC | Melbourne City FC | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 35% | 31% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.12 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.25 | 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.
Sydney FC is 300% better for: last-5 form.
1.6 pts / game - Sydney FC · 0.4 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.
Sydney FC is 33% better for: goals scored per game.
1.4 goals / game - Sydney FC · 1.05 goals / game - Melbourne City FC
Sydney FC is 42% better for: goals allowed per game.
1 goals / game - Sydney FC · 1.42 goals / game - Melbourne City FC
Sydney FC scores in 70% of games (14 of 20 meczów), while Melbourne City FC keeps a clean sheet in 37% (7 of 19 meczów).
Melbourne City FC scores in 68% of games (13 of 19 meczów), while Sydney FC keeps a clean sheet in 40% (8 of 20 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 - Sydney 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.
Melbourne City FC is 6% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1.05 pts / game - Sydney FC · 1.11 pts / game - Melbourne City FC
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Sydney FC - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 10% of games and wins 50%. 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.
Melbourne City FC - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 21% of games and wins 26%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.2 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Average goals per game | 0.6 | 1.6 |
| 1 goal | 40% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 20% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 40% |
| No goal | 80% | 20% |
| Goal difference | -1 | +2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.40 | 0.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.8 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.2 | 1.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.6 | 2.6 |
| 1 goal | 80% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 100% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 0% |
| No goal | 60% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -4 | -5 |
* 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 46-60 (9 goals). Concedes most in 61-75 (5). Late-goal balance (76-90): +1 - wins late phases.
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
Sydney 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
| Sydney FC | Liga | Melbourne City FC | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.40 | 2.83 | ▼ 2.47 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 35% | 58% | ▼ 47% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 45% | 56% | ▼ 42% |
| Clean sheets | ▲ 40% | 24% | ▲ 37% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 45% | 73% | ▼ 68% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 85% | 78% | ▼ 63% |
^ 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 Sydney FC's perspective: 0 wins, 1 draw and 0 losses against Melbourne City FC. Games average 0.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Sydney FC vs Melbourne City FC?
The A-League match finished Sydney FC 0:1 Melbourne City FC. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Sydney FC vs Melbourne City FC?
Sydney FC score 1.40 goals per game on average and Melbourne City FC 1.05. The A-League average is 2.83 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 56% of games. Both teams score in 35% of Sydney FC's matches and 47% of Melbourne City FC's.
What form are Sydney FC and Melbourne City FC in?
Over the last 5 games Sydney FC have a 2-2-1 record (1.60 points per game) and Melbourne City FC 0-2-3 (0.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Sydney FC vs Melbourne City FC?
Here you can check the pre-match numbers for Sydney FC vs Melbourne City FC: form, H2H, goals and Over/Under. The pick itself, value and reasoning are published in the NoFluffPicks app.