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
Key match information
Western Sydney Wanderers played Wellington Phoenix in A-League (Australia). The match was played on 13 February 2026. Final score: 2:2.
Current form
Western Sydney Wanderers: 2-1-2, 1.40 points/match. Wellington Phoenix: 1-2-2, 1.00 points/match.
Goal statistics
Western Sydney Wanderers scores 0.81 and concedes 1.31 goals per match. Wellington Phoenix scores 1.63 and concedes 1.94. League average: 2.79 goals.
BTTS / Over / Under
BTTS: Western Sydney Wanderers 44%, Wellington Phoenix 81%. Over 2.5: Western Sydney Wanderers 25%, Wellington Phoenix 81%. League level: BTTS 56%, Over 2.5 55%.
xG, shots and style
Western Sydney Wanderers has higher xG: 1.62 vs 1.47. Western Sydney Wanderers: 15.2 shots per match, Wellington Phoenix: 12.9.
Match halves
Western Sydney Wanderers: half-time lead 13%, second-half goals 0.44. Wellington Phoenix: half-time lead 31%, second-half goals 1.00.
Goals by minute
Western Sydney Wanderers: 0-15 (4 goals). Wellington Phoenix: 46-60 (7 goals). This is historical distribution, not a predicted goal minute.
League context
A-League: 2.79 goals per match, BTTS 56%, Over 2.5 55%.
Head-to-head
No aligned head-to-head sample is available in the database.
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.
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
| 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 matches and season record, overall and split by home and away matches.
Western Sydney Wanderers is 40% better for: last-5 form.
1.4 pts / match - Western Sydney Wanderers · 1 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.
Wellington Phoenix is 101% better for: goals scored per match.
0.81 goals / match - Western Sydney Wanderers · 1.63 goals / match - Wellington Phoenix
Western Sydney Wanderers is 48% better for: goals conceded per match.
1.31 goals / match - Western Sydney Wanderers · 1.94 goals / match - Wellington Phoenix
Western Sydney Wanderers scores in 63% of matches (10 of 16 matches), while Wellington Phoenix keeps a clean sheet in 13% (2 of 16 matches).
Wellington Phoenix scores in 94% of matches (15 of 16 matches), while Western Sydney Wanderers keeps a clean sheet in 25% (4 of 16 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 - Western Sydney Wanderers
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.
Wellington Phoenix is 28% better for: first-half form (half-time points).
0.88 pts / match - Western Sydney Wanderers · 1.13 pts / match - Wellington Phoenix
Before half-time (1st half)
After half-time (2nd half)
Western Sydney Wanderers - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 13% of matches and wins 25%. Also wins matches without a half-time lead.
Defence stays stable across the full match.
Wellington Phoenix - second-half results
Leads at half-time in 31% of matches and wins 31%. 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.
| 1st half | 2nd half | |
|---|---|---|
| Points per match | 1.20 | 1.60 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.4 | 0.6 |
| Goals conceded / match | 0.6 | 0.8 |
| Average goals in match | 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 match | 1.20 | 1.40 |
| Goals scored / match | 0.6 | 1.2 |
| Goals conceded / match | 1.0 | 1.2 |
| Average goals in match | 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 |
* 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 (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 based on completed matches from the current season.
Match profile
Western Sydney Wanderers
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
| Western Sydney Wanderers | Liga | Wellington Phoenix | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average goals in match | ▼ 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.