Wellington Phoenix vs Sydney FC: match statistics
Sydney FC appears to be the favorite in this match despite playing away. Wellington Phoenix is in very poor form, having failed to win any of their last five matches and conceding as many as 16 goals during that period. The hosts have a disastrous home defense, conceding an average of 2.1 goals per game and failing to keep a single clean sheet this season. Sydney FC shows better form with 1.4 points per game in their last five matches and a more solid away defense (1.2 goals conceded on average). Although the visitors have a 50% loss rate away, their xG (1.56) and better defensive organization give them an advantage over the hosts who occupy 11th place in the table. Wellington's goal difference at home (-6) compared to Sydney's away (-1) further supports the visitors.
Wellington Phoenix vs Sydney FC: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Wellington Phoenix played against Sydney FC in A-League (Australia). The game was played on March 1, 2026. Final score: 0:1.
Recent form
Wellington Phoenix has 0 wins, 2 draws and 3 losses over its last five games, averaging 0.40 points per game. Sydney FC has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses, with 1.40 points per game.
Scoring records
Wellington Phoenix scores 1.56 goals per game and allows 2.11. Sydney FC scores 1.39 and allows 1.00. Games in this league average 2.81 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 78% of Wellington Phoenix's games and 33% of Sydney FC's. The Over 2.5 rates are 83% and 44%, compared with league averages of 56% for BTTS and 55% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Sydney FC has the higher season xG average, 1.72 to 1.43 per game. Wellington Phoenix takes 12.4 shots per game, while Sydney FC takes 16.1.
First-half and second-half trends
Wellington Phoenix leads at halftime in 28% of its games and scores 1.00 goals per game after halftime. Sydney FC leads at halftime in 11% and scores 1.06 after halftime.
When the teams score
Wellington Phoenix's most productive scoring window is minutes 46-60 (7 goals). For Sydney FC, it is minutes 46-60 (8 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
A-League games average 2.81 goals. Both teams score in 56% of games, and 55% 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 2.00 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 appears to be the favorite in this match despite playing away. Wellington Phoenix is in very poor form, having failed to win any of their last five matches and conceding as many as 16 goals during that period. The hosts have a disastrous home defense, conceding an average of 2.1 goals per game and failing to keep a single clean sheet this season. Sydney FC shows better form with 1.4 points per game in their last five matches and a more solid away defense (1.2 goals conceded on average). Although the visitors have a 50% loss rate away, their xG (1.56) and better defensive organization give them an advantage over the hosts who occupy 11th place in the table. Wellington's goal difference at home (-6) compared to Sydney's away (-1) further supports the visitors.
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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
| Wellington Phoenix | Sydney FC | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 41% | 35% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.31 | 0.25 |
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 250% better for: last-5 form.
0.4 pts / game - Wellington Phoenix · 1.4 pts / game - Sydney 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.
Wellington Phoenix is 12% better for: goals scored per game.
1.56 goals / game - Wellington Phoenix · 1.39 goals / game - Sydney FC
Sydney FC is 111% better for: goals allowed per game.
2.11 goals / game - Wellington Phoenix · 1 goals / game - Sydney FC
Wellington Phoenix scores in 89% of games (16 of 18 meczów), while Sydney FC keeps a clean sheet in 39% (7 of 18 meczów).
Sydney FC scores in 67% of games (12 of 18 meczów), while Wellington Phoenix keeps a clean sheet in 11% (2 of 18 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 - Wellington Phoenix
Over / Under - Sydney 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.
Sydney FC is 11% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
1 pts / game - Wellington Phoenix · 1.11 pts / game - Sydney FC
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Wellington Phoenix - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 28% of games and wins 28%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Sydney FC - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 11% 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.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.60 | 0.80 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.8 | 1.4 |
| Average goals per game | 2.2 | 2.4 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 60% | 80% |
| 3 goals | 40% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 20% | 20% |
| No goal | 60% | 20% |
| Goal difference | -7 | -2 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 0.80 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 1.0 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.4 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 60% |
| No goal | 60% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -1 | +3 |
* 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 (7 goals). Concedes most in 31-45 (9). Late-goal balance (76-90): -1 - late phases are a weakness.
Most dangerous in minutes 46-60 (8 goals). Concedes most in 76-90 (5). 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
Wellington Phoenix
Sydney 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
| Wellington Phoenix | Liga | Sydney FC | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▲ 3.67 | 2.81 | ▼ 2.39 |
| Both teams scored | ▲ 78% | 56% | ▼ 33% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▲ 83% | 55% | ▼ 44% |
| Clean sheets | ▼ 11% | 25% | ▲ 39% |
| Goal before half-time | ▲ 89% | 73% | ▼ 44% |
| Goal after half-time | ▲ 94% | 76% | ▲ 83% |
^ 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 Wellington Phoenix's perspective: 1 win, 0 draws and 0 losses against Sydney FC. Games average 2.00 goals, and both teams scored in 0% of them.
FAQ
What was the result of Wellington Phoenix vs Sydney FC?
The A-League match finished Wellington Phoenix 0:1 Sydney FC. Full match statistics, the half-by-half breakdown and head-to-head are on this page.
What do the goal statistics show before Wellington Phoenix vs Sydney FC?
Wellington Phoenix score 1.56 goals per game on average and Sydney FC 1.39. The A-League average is 2.81 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 55% of games. Both teams score in 78% of Wellington Phoenix's matches and 33% of Sydney FC's.
What form are Wellington Phoenix and Sydney FC in?
Over the last 5 games Wellington Phoenix have a 0-2-3 record (0.40 points per game) and Sydney FC 2-1-2 (1.40 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Wellington Phoenix vs Sydney FC?
This page shows the full statistical context — form, head-to-head, goals, BTTS and Over/Under. The tip, value assessment and full reasoning are in the NoFluffPicks app.