A-League - Australia
Sun, 01 February 2026 - 01:00 Stadium: polytec Stadium
A-League
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Central Coast Mariners vs Melbourne Victory
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Sun, 01 February 2026 - 01:00 Stadium: polytec Stadium

Prediction: {homeTeam} vs {awayTeam} Betting Tips & Predictions

Preview and betting tips for {homeTeam} vs {awayTeam}

In {match.date}, the {homeTeam} vs {awayTeam} fixture at {fixture.venue.name} in the A-League promises excitement with Melbourne Victory as the favorite. The match leans towards goals and an away win, supported by recent form and head-to-head stats. Explore the best betting tips, odds, and value picks for this upcoming game.

Central Coast Mariners vs Melbourne Victory Betting Tips

These are our top betting tips and predictions for the match.

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Double Chance Melbourne Victory / Draw Tipstrike Odd: 1.80
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Goals Over/Under 2.5 Over 2.5 Goals Tipstrike Odd: 1.65
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Correct Score 2-1 Melbourne Victory 2-1 Tipstrike Odd: 8.00
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Both Teams to Score Yes Tipstrike Odd: 1.75
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First Goal Scorer - Melbourne Victory - K. Razmovski K. Razmovski to Score First Tipstrike Odd: 4.50

A-League Detailed Statistics

Standings
# Team MP W D L GF GA GD Pts Last 5
8 Melbourne Victory Melbourne Victory 15 6 2 7 20 19 1 20 L W L L W
11 Central Coast Mariners Central Coast Mariners 15 4 4 7 19 23 -4 16 W D D L W
Central Coast Mariners Team Logo Central Coast Mariners Stats
Central Coast Mariners Team Logo Central Coast Mariners
MP W D L
Overall 14 3 4 7
Home 7 1 3 3
Away 7 2 1 4
Central Coast Mariners Team Logo Central Coast Mariners
CS BTTS FTS
Overall 21% 57% 21%
Home 14% 71% 14%
Away 29% 43% 29%
Melbourne Victory Team Logo Melbourne Victory Stats
Melbourne Victory Team Logo Melbourne Victory
MP W D L
Overall 14 6 2 6
Home 7 4 1 2
Away 7 2 1 4
Melbourne Victory Team Logo Melbourne Victory
CS BTTS FTS
Overall 36% 21% 43%
Home 29% 29% 43%
Away 43% 14% 43%
Under/Over: Goals Scored (Matches)
Over Under
Central Coast Mariners Team Logo Central Coast Mariners
Melbourne Victory Team Logo Melbourne Victory
Central Coast Mariners Team Logo Central Coast Mariners
Melbourne Victory Team Logo Melbourne Victory
0.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
1.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
2.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
3.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
4.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
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Under/Over: Goals Conceded (Matches)
Over Under
Central Coast Mariners Team Logo Central Coast Mariners
Melbourne Victory Team Logo Melbourne Victory
Central Coast Mariners Team Logo Central Coast Mariners
Melbourne Victory Team Logo Melbourne Victory
0.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
1.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
2.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
3.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
4.5 Goals 0 0 0 0
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Match setup overview: {homeTeam} vs {awayTeam}

The upcoming fixture at Central Coast Stadium on February 1, 2026, sees {homeTeam} face {awayTeam} in the A-League. With Melbourne Victory in strong recent form and {homeTeam} missing key players, the away side is the favorite. Expect a competitive match with potential for goals from Melbourne Victory's attacking line.

Team news: {homeTeam} vs {awayTeam}

The Mariners are missing B. Brandtman and T. Sainsbury, which weakens their defensive resilience. Melbourne Victory are without B. Hamill and Roderick, affecting their defensive depth. However, both teams have experienced attack units ready to exploit defensive lapses, which makes the Over 2.5 Goals market attractive.

Game state scenarios for {homeTeam} vs {awayTeam}

Starting with Melbourne Victory's recent form and historically favourable head-to-head record against Central Coast Mariners, the away team looks set to continue its dominance in {homeTeam} vs {awayTeam}. The predicted scoreline favors Melbourne Victory, given their offensive strength and Mariners' injury issues. If Melbourne Victory scores first, they will likely control the game, but if {homeTeam} strikes early, it could spark a closer contest.

Tactical betting angles: {homeTeam} vs {awayTeam}

Melbourne Victory employs a high-pressing, attacking style that often creates goal-scoring opportunities early in matches. The Mariners, despite injury setbacks, could adopt a tighter, disciplined approach, looking to capitalize on set-pieces. This tactical clash suggests betting on the home team’s attacking potential and the likelihood of early goals.

FAQs for {homeTeam} vs {awayTeam}

See below all the main information for this match.

Based on recent form and historical results, Melbourne Victory has a strong edge when facing {homeTeam}. The pick is for Melbourne Victory to win or draw in a double chance scenario.

Considering Melbourne Victory's offensive strength and the injury issues faced by {homeTeam}, supporting Melbourne Victory to score over 1.5 goals is a solid option.

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