Wellington Phoenix vs Melbourne City - A-League Men Match
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Wellington Phoenix vs Melbourne City Preview: A-League Men Clash
Wellington Phoenix will host Melbourne City at Westpac Stadium on Friday, January 30, 2026 at 09:00 UTC in what promises to be an exciting A-League Men encounter. Both sides will be looking to secure all three points as they continue their campaign this season.
Current Form & Recent Results
Wellington Phoenix head into this game in strong form, collecting 2 wins from their last 3 outings.
Melbourne City have struggled for consistency lately, managing just 1 win from 5 games while suffering 2 defeats. They'll be eager to turn their fortunes around.
Head-to-Head Record
Melbourne City have enjoyed success in this fixture historically, winning 21 of the last 42 encounters compared to Wellington Phoenix's 13 wins. With 8 draws between them, the visitors will be confident of continuing their positive record.
Match Prediction & Analysis
With home advantage and strong recent form, Wellington Phoenix will be the clear favorites heading into this match. However, Melbourne City cannot be written off entirely and could pose problems on the counter-attack. Expect the hosts to dominate possession and create the better chances.
Key Facts
- Kick-off: Friday, January 30, 2026, 09:00 UTC
- Venue: Westpac Stadium
- Competition: A-League Men
- Wellington Phoenix Position: 10th (14 pts)
- Melbourne City Position: 5th (17 pts)
- H2H Record (Last 42): Wellington Phoenix 13W - 8D - 21W Melbourne City
