Western Sydney Wanderers vs Wellington Phoenix: match statistics
Statistical analysis indicates very even chances for both teams, pointing towards a draw. Western Sydney Wanderers have an identical home record (33% wins, draws, and losses), while Wellington Phoenix shows weaker away form (29% wins, 43% losses). A key factor is that the hosts have a better expected goals (xG 1.56 vs 1.38) in home matches than Phoenix does away (xG 1.36 vs 1.81), suggesting greater offensive efficiency. Wellington Phoenix has not recorded a single match without scoring away (FTS% 0%), indicating confidence in finding the net, but their defense is weak (averaging 2.14 goals conceded per away match). Recent form for both teams is average (PPG 1.4 for the hosts and 1.0 for the visitors), and the goal difference in respective matches (-1 for WSW at home, -4 for Phoenix away) suggests a balanced contest. Taking all these factors into account, the most likely outcome is a draw, with a slight advantage for the hosts due to playing in front of their home crowd.
Western Sydney Wanderers vs Wellington Phoenix: form, goals and key statistics
Game details
Western Sydney Wanderers played against Wellington Phoenix in A-League (Australia). The game was played on February 13, 2026. Final score: 2:2.
Recent form
Western Sydney Wanderers has 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses over its last five games, averaging 1.40 points per game. Wellington Phoenix has 1 win, 2 draws and 2 losses, with 1.00 points per game.
Scoring records
Western Sydney Wanderers scores 0.81 goals per game and allows 1.31. Wellington Phoenix scores 1.63 and allows 1.94. Games in this league average 2.79 goals.
BTTS and goal totals
Both teams score in 44% of Western Sydney Wanderers's games and 81% of Wellington Phoenix's. The Over 2.5 rates are 25% and 81%, compared with league averages of 56% for BTTS and 55% for Over 2.5.
xG and shots
Western Sydney Wanderers has the higher season xG average, 1.62 to 1.47 per game. Western Sydney Wanderers takes 15.2 shots per game, while Wellington Phoenix takes 12.9.
First-half and second-half trends
Western Sydney Wanderers leads at halftime in 13% of its games and scores 0.44 goals per game after halftime. Wellington Phoenix leads at halftime in 31% and scores 1.00 after halftime.
When the teams score
Western Sydney Wanderers's most productive scoring window is minutes 0-15 (4 goals). For Wellington Phoenix, it is minutes 46-60 (7 goals). These are past scoring patterns, not predicted goal times.
League scoring profile
A-League games average 2.79 goals. Both teams score in 56% of games, and 55% 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
Statistical analysis indicates very even chances for both teams, pointing towards a draw. Western Sydney Wanderers have an identical home record (33% wins, draws, and losses), while Wellington Phoenix shows weaker away form (29% wins, 43% losses). A key factor is that the hosts have a better expected goals (xG 1.56 vs 1.38) in home matches than Phoenix does away (xG 1.36 vs 1.81), suggesting greater offensive efficiency. Wellington Phoenix has not recorded a single match without scoring away (FTS% 0%), indicating confidence in finding the net, but their defense is weak (averaging 2.14 goals conceded per away match). Recent form for both teams is average (PPG 1.4 for the hosts and 1.0 for the visitors), and the goal difference in respective matches (-1 for WSW at home, -4 for Phoenix away) suggests a balanced contest. Taking all these factors into account, the most likely outcome is a draw, with a slight advantage for the hosts due to playing in front of their home crowd.
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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
| Western Sydney Wanderers | Wellington Phoenix | |
|---|---|---|
| Accuracy (shots on target) | 28% | 40% |
| Chance quality (xG per shot) | 0.11 | 0.11 |
| Finishing (goals per shot on target) | 0.19 | 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.
Western Sydney Wanderers is 40% better for: last-5 form.
1.4 pts / game - Western Sydney Wanderers · 1 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.
Wellington Phoenix is 101% better for: goals scored per game.
0.81 goals / game - Western Sydney Wanderers · 1.63 goals / game - Wellington Phoenix
Western Sydney Wanderers is 48% better for: goals allowed per game.
1.31 goals / game - Western Sydney Wanderers · 1.94 goals / game - Wellington Phoenix
Western Sydney Wanderers scores in 63% of games (10 of 16 meczów), while Wellington Phoenix keeps a clean sheet in 13% (2 of 16 meczów).
Wellington Phoenix scores in 94% of games (15 of 16 meczów), while Western Sydney Wanderers keeps a clean sheet in 25% (4 of 16 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 - Western Sydney Wanderers
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.
Wellington Phoenix is 28% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
0.88 pts / game - Western Sydney Wanderers · 1.13 pts / game - Wellington Phoenix
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Western Sydney Wanderers - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 13% of games and wins 25%. Also wins some games without leading at halftime.
Defense stays consistent across the full game.
Wellington Phoenix - second-half results
Leads at halftime in 31% of games and wins 31%. 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.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Goals allowed / game | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Average goals per game | 1.0 | 1.4 |
| 1 goal | 60% | 80% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 40% |
| 3 goals | 0% | 20% |
| Clean sheet | 60% | 60% |
| No goal | 60% | 40% |
| Goal difference | -1 | -1 |
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per game | 1.20 | 1.40 |
| Goals scored / game | 0.6 | 1.2 |
| Goals allowed / game | 1.0 | 1.2 |
| Average goals per game | 1.6 | 2.4 |
| 1 goal | 100% | 100% |
| 2 goals | 40% | 80% |
| 3 goals | 20% | 40% |
| Clean sheet | 40% | 40% |
| No goal | 40% | 0% |
| Goal difference | -2 | 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 0-15 (4 goals). Concedes most in 61-75 (6). Late-goal balance (76-90): +3 - wins late phases.
Most dangerous in minutes 46-60 (7 goals). Concedes most in 46-60 (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
Western Sydney Wanderers
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
| Western Sydney Wanderers | Liga | Wellington Phoenix | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals per game | ▼ 2.13 | 2.79 | ▲ 3.56 |
| Both teams scored | ▼ 44% | 56% | ▲ 81% |
| Min. 3 goals (Over 2.5) | ▼ 25% | 55% | ▲ 81% |
| Clean sheets | • 25% | 25% | ▼ 13% |
| Goal before half-time | ▼ 63% | 73% | ▲ 88% |
| Goal after half-time | ▼ 56% | 75% | ▲ 94% |
^ 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.
FAQ
What was the result of Western Sydney Wanderers vs Wellington Phoenix?
The A-League match finished Western Sydney Wanderers 2:2 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 Western Sydney Wanderers vs Wellington Phoenix?
Western Sydney Wanderers score 0.81 goals per game on average and Wellington Phoenix 1.63. The A-League average is 2.79 goals, with Over 2.5 landing in 55% of games. Both teams score in 44% of Western Sydney Wanderers's matches and 81% of Wellington Phoenix's.
What form are Western Sydney Wanderers and Wellington Phoenix in?
Over the last 5 games Western Sydney Wanderers have a 2-1-2 record (1.40 points per game) and Wellington Phoenix 1-2-2 (1.00 points per game).
Where can I find a betting tip and analysis for Western Sydney Wanderers vs Wellington Phoenix?
The statistical background for Western Sydney Wanderers vs Wellington Phoenix — 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.