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
Key match information
Newcastle Jets FC played Wellington Phoenix in A-League (Australia). The match was played on 23 January 2026. Final score: 4:1.
Current form
Newcastle Jets FC: 4-0-1, 2.40 points/match. Wellington Phoenix: 3-1-1, 2.00 points/match.
Goal statistics
Newcastle Jets FC scores 2.00 and concedes 1.85 goals per match. Wellington Phoenix scores 1.62 and concedes 1.69. League average: 2.58 goals.
BTTS / Over / Under
BTTS: Newcastle Jets FC 69%, Wellington Phoenix 77%. Over 2.5: Newcastle Jets FC 77%, Wellington Phoenix 77%. League level: BTTS 51%, Over 2.5 51%.
xG, shots and style
Newcastle Jets FC has higher xG: 1.71 vs 1.50. Newcastle Jets FC: 14.5 shots per match, Wellington Phoenix: 13.3.
Match halves
Newcastle Jets FC: half-time lead 31%, second-half goals 1.00. Wellington Phoenix: half-time lead 31%, second-half goals 1.00.
Goals by minute
Newcastle Jets FC: 0-15 (7 goals). Wellington Phoenix: 46-60 (6 goals). This is historical distribution, not a predicted goal minute.
League context
A-League: 2.58 goals per match, BTTS 51%, Over 2.5 51%.
Head-to-head
Before this fixture, 1 previous H2H matches were available: 1-0-0. Average goals 4.00, BTTS 100%.
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.
View the statistical overviewHalf-by-half
Match statistics
Pre-match profile— what do the season numbers say?
This is a team profile based on season data and form. Match-flow statistics are shown only after the fixture is played.
Team stats— who is more efficient?
Attack and defence comparison for both teams in the current 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 matches and season record, overall and split by home and away matches.
Newcastle Jets FC is 20% better for: last-5 form.
2.4 pts / match - Newcastle Jets FC · 2 pts / match - 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 match.
2 goals / match - Newcastle Jets FC · 1.62 goals / match - Wellington Phoenix
Wellington Phoenix is 9% better for: goals conceded per match.
1.85 goals / match - Newcastle Jets FC · 1.69 goals / match - Wellington Phoenix
Newcastle Jets FC scores in 85% of matches (11 of 13 matches), while Wellington Phoenix keeps a clean sheet in 15% (2 of 13 matches).
Wellington Phoenix scores in 92% of matches (12 of 13 matches), while Newcastle Jets FC keeps a clean sheet in 15% (2 of 13 matches).
How often they score at least...
How often they concede at least...
* Statistics include both teams' home and away matches in the current season.
Both teams scored (BTTS)— how often do both teams score?
How often both teams' matches have goals on both sides, compared with the league average.
Goal patterns
BTTS and goal count
Goal count (Over/Under)— how often do these matches cross the goal lines?
How often matches involving these teams clear goal thresholds, in the full match and in each half.
Full match - team comparison (Over)
Over / Under - Newcastle Jets FC
Over / Under - Wellington Phoenix
1st half
2nd half
Match 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 / match - Newcastle Jets FC · 1.15 pts / match - Wellington Phoenix
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Newcastle Jets FC - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 31% of matches and wins 54%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Concedes 0.2 more goals per match after half-time - defensive level drops in the second half.
Wellington Phoenix - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 31% of matches and wins 38%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Defence stays stable across the full match.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 1.60 | 2.00 |
| Goals scored / match | 1.0 | 1.4 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Average goals in match | 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 match | 1.40 | 2.40 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.8 | 1.4 |
| Goals conceded / match | 1.0 | 0.6 |
| Average goals in match | 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 |
* Colours in tables show event frequency: green is common, yellow is moderate, red is rare. It is frequency, not a team rating.
Goals by minute— when do goals arrive?
Match phases in which both teams most often score and concede.
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 based on completed matches from the current season.
Match profile
Newcastle Jets FC
Wellington Phoenix
* The estimated goal total and split, BTTS estimate, 0:0 risk and goal range are calculated from public season averages and frequencies for both teams. This is a statistical match profile, not a private model prediction or betting pick. The remaining indicators describe completed matches 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 in match | ▲ 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
Previous meeting: Newcastle Jets FC 1 - 0 - 0 Wellington Phoenix. Average goals 4.00, both teams scored in 100% matches.
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.