Auckland vs Adelaide Prediction
🔊 The first leg of the A-League playoff semi-final between Auckland and Adelaide United promises to be thrilling. Both teams are eager to secure a spot in the final, and their fate will be decided over two legs. Auckland finished the regular season in 3rd place, while Adelaide claimed the 2nd spot, adding an extra layer of intrigue to this clash. Both sides are known for their attacking style of play, which sets the stage for a captivating match with plenty of goals.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 03 April 2026 and ended with a scoreline of 1:1. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Adelaide United):
- ball possession percentage: 49% vs 51%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 3;
- fouls: 11 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 8;
- shots on target: 8 vs 3.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Auckland FC and Adelaide United:
- played 4 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 1, for the away team - 0, draws - 3;
- number of goals - 9 against 8;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.5, in the 2nd half - 2.75;
- average total goals in the match - 4.25.
H2H Stats Matches and Previous Teams Results

Auckland FC Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the A-League tournament (home team - Auckland FC, away team - Melbourne City). The match concluded with a scoreline of 1:1.
Here's the game statistics (Auckland FC vs Melbourne City):
- ball possession: 48% vs 52%;
- corner kicks: 3 vs 6;
- fouls: 9 vs 13;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 0;
- shots on target: 4 vs 4.
Auckland continue their quest for the A-League championship, despite inconsistent results towards the end of the regular season. The team went winless in their last five matches before the playoffs, yet managed to secure a spot in the knockout stage, finishing third. In the quarter-finals, Auckland edged past Melbourne City in a penalty shootout after a 1-1 draw in regular time. Notably, the "Black and Blues" remain one of the most prolific teams this season, averaging 1.62 goals per match. However, their defense leaves much to be desired, conceding an average of 1.12 goals, highlighting issues in protecting their goal.
Match Results: Auckland FC

Adelaide United Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the A-League tournament (home team - Melbourne City, away - Adelaide United). The match concluded with a scoreline of 1:2.
Here are the match stats (Adelaide United vs Melbourne City):
- ball possession: 57% vs 43%;
- corner kicks: 10 vs 3;
- fouls: 13 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 2 vs 5;
- shots on target: 5 vs 2.
Adelaide United had a strong run in the regular season, finishing with an impressive streak of 10 matches unbeaten. This late surge allowed them to secure second place and earn a direct spot in the A-League playoff semifinals. Adelaide boasts a potent attack, averaging 1.77 goals per game, which underscores their offensive prowess. However, their defense shows vulnerabilities, conceding nearly one goal per match.
Match Results: Adelaide United
Prediction for the 1st half
Head-to-Head Matches:
- Total encounters - 4;
- First-half wins at home for hosts - 1; for visitors away - 0; number of draws - 1;
- Average first-half total: 1.5;
- Today's home team scores on average 0.75, while the visitors net 0.75.
First-Half Stats: Auckland FC (home) vs Adelaide United (away)
- matches played in the tournament: 13 vs 13;
- wins: 4 (30.77%) vs 3 (23.08%);
- losses: 4 (30.77%) vs 4 (30.77%);
- draws: 5 (38.46%) vs 6 (46.15%);
- Average goals scored: 1.77 vs 1.38;
- Average goals conceded: 0.92 vs 0.69.
Last 10 Matches (Overall):
- wins: 2 vs 3;
- losses: 3 vs 3;
- draws: 5 vs 4;
- Average first-half total: 1.5 (scored - 0.8, conceded - 0.7) vs 1.3 (scored - 0.7, conceded - 0.6).
- Auckland FC scored in the 1st half in 12 of last 14 home games (A-League).
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 4;
- home team wins - 1, away team wins - 0, draws - 3.
Statistics: Auckland FC vs Adelaide United
- matches played in the tournament: 26 vs 26;
- wins: 11 vs 12;
- win percentage: 42% vs 46%;
- losses: 6 vs 7;
- draws: 9 vs 7.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 3 vs 5;
- losses: 2 vs 0;
- draws: 5 vs 5.
- Auckland FC have not won in last 6 games (A-League).
- Auckland FC have not won in last 5 home games (A-League).
- Adelaide United have not lost in last 10 games (A-League).
- Adelaide United have not lost in last 9 away games (A-League).
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 2.25, the guests - 2;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 4.25;
- both teams scored: overall - 4; at the home team's field - 2.
Statistics: Auckland FC vs Adelaide United
- average total in the tournament: 2.73 vs 3.15;
- average total goals scored: 1.62 vs 1.77;
- average total in the 1st half: 0.88 vs 0.65;
- average total in the 2nd half: 0.73 vs 1.12;
- Auckland FC: average total at home in the tournament - 1.54;
- Adelaide United: average total away in the tournament - 1.62;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.9 (home - 1.6) vs 2 (away - 1.83).
- Auckland FC have scored under 2.5 goals in last 8 games (A-League).
Prediction on corners
H2H
- average Over/Under corners in H2H matches - 10.25 (3 - for home team and 7.25 - for away team);
- average Over/Under corners at home team's field - 9.5 (2 - for home team and 7.5 - for away team).
Auckland FC: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.27; at home field - 7.15;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6.2; at home field - 8.6.
Adelaide United: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.77, away - 5.62;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 6.9; away - 6.33.
- Adelaide United have taken over 4.5 corners in 6 of last 7 games (A-League).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 4;
- both teams scored all-time - 4 times;
- on the home team’s field - 2 times.
Statistics: Auckland FC vs Adelaide United
- number of matches played in the tournament: 26 vs 26;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 18 vs 21;
- number of BTTS matches for Auckland FC at home - 9 (69%);
- number of BTTS matches for Adelaide United away - 12 (92%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 7 vs 9;
- BTTS matches for Auckland FC at home - 3 (60%);
- BTTS matches for Adelaide United away - 6 (100%).
- Auckland FC have scored and conceded in 7 of last 8 games (A-League).
- Adelaide United have scored and conceded in 14 of last 15 games (A-League).
- Adelaide United have scored and conceded in 13 of last 14 away games (A-League).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 1:1 (19/158, 12%);
- Auckland FC at home most often finish matches: 2:2 (3/13, 23.1%);
- Adelaide United away most often play: 2:1 (4/13, 30.8%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
1:1 - 10.73% (odds 7.5)
2:1 - 9.31% (odds 8)
1:0 - 8.38% (odds 9)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering Auckland's current trend of both teams scoring, this wager seems the most likely for the upcoming match against Adelaide United. The form of both teams suggests we can expect an open game with plenty of chances at both ends. Both sides consistently find ways to score but struggle defensively-particularly Auckland, with their recent dip in form. Taking these factors and current trends into account, we predict a bet on both teams to score.