Newcastle Jets vs Well. Phoenix Prediction, H2H Stats & Statistical Bets 23 January 2026
🔊 Newcastle Jets are gearing up to host Wellington Phoenix in the 14th round of the A-League. Both teams come off victories in their last league matches and are eager to extend their winning streaks. Newcastle sit in third place and have shown decent form with three consecutive wins. However, their defense still has room for improvement. Wellington, currently in eighth place, have also been performing well, though they lack consistency. This clash will serve as a true test of resilience for both sides.
Head-to-Head
The last official encounter between the teams took place on 14 December 2025 and ended with a scoreline of 1:3. Here's a comparative breakdown of that match (home team - Wellington Phoenix):
- ball possession percentage: 51% vs 49%;
- corner kicks: 7 vs 3;
- fouls: 12 vs 8;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 0;
- shots on target: 10 vs 9.
📊Statistical preview of official matches between the teams Newcastle Jets and Wellington Phoenix:
- played 42 matches;
- number of wins for the home team - 14, for the away team - 22, draws - 6;
- number of goals - 66 against 75;
- average total in the 1st half - 1.5, in the 2nd half - 1.86;
- average total goals in the match - 3.36.
Head-to-head statistics Newcastle Jets - Well. Phoenix
Newcastle Jets Team Overview
The team's most recent official match took place on as part of the A-League tournament (home team - Western Sydney, away team - Newcastle Jets). The match concluded with a scoreline of 1:2.
Here's the game statistics (Newcastle Jets vs Western Sydney):
- ball possession: 44% vs 56%;
- corner kicks: 9 vs 12;
- fouls: 7 vs 5;
- yellow cards: 0 vs 1;
- shots on target: 6 vs 7.
Newcastle Jets have firmly secured their place in third, thanks to their attacking prowess. The team has clinched six victories in their last ten matches, averaging 1.8 goals per game. In the latest round, they notched an important win, extending their streak to three consecutive victories and achieving an overall balance of +4 over five matches (four wins and one loss). Despite this, their defense remains a weak point, conceding nearly two goals per match.
Match Results: Newcastle Jets
Wellington Phoenix Team Overview
The away team played their last official match on as part of the A-League tournament (home team - Sydney, away - Wellington Phoenix). The match concluded with a scoreline of 0:2.
Here are the match stats (Wellington Phoenix vs Sydney):
- ball possession: 33% vs 67%;
- corner kicks: 4 vs 7;
- fouls: 5 vs 11;
- yellow cards: 1 vs 3;
- shots on target: 5 vs 4.
The Phoenix currently sit in eighth place, displaying inconsistent form with four wins, five losses, and one draw in their last ten matches, highlighting their fluctuating performances. Their most recent game against Newcastle ended in a 3-1 defeat, underlining the club's struggles. Defense remains a concern, as they concede an average of 1.7 goals per match.
Match Results: Wellington Phoenix
Prediction on the outcome
H2H:
- number of encounters - 42;
- home team wins - 14, away team wins - 22, draws - 6.
Statistics: Newcastle Jets vs Wellington Phoenix
- matches played in the tournament: 13 vs 13;
- wins: 7 vs 5;
- win percentage: 54% vs 38%;
- losses: 6 vs 5;
- draws: 0 vs 3.
Last 10 matches:
- wins: 6 vs 4;
- losses: 4 vs 5;
- draws: 0 vs 1.
Prediction on the over/under
H2H
- today's home team scores on average - 1.57, the guests - 1.79;
- average Over/Under goals in H2H matches - 3.36;
- both teams scored: overall - 26; at the home team's field - 11.
Statistics: Newcastle Jets vs Wellington Phoenix
- average total in the tournament: 3.85 vs 3.31;
- average total goals scored: 2 vs 1.62;
- average total in the 1st half: 1 vs 0.62;
- average total in the 2nd half: 1 vs 1;
- Newcastle Jets: average total at home in the tournament - 2.17;
- Wellington Phoenix: average total away in the tournament - 1.67;
- last 10 matches (average total): 1.8 (home - 1.75) vs 1.6 (away - 1.75).
- Wellington Phoenix have scored in 12 of last 13 games (A-League).
- Wellington Phoenix have scored in 11 of last 12 away games (A-League).
- Wellington Phoenix have scored in last 6 away games.
Prediction on corners
Newcastle Jets: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 5.15; at home field - 5.5;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.3; at home field - 6.5.
Wellington Phoenix: Statistics
- season: average Over/Under in the tournament - 4.92, away - 3.33;
- last 10 matches: average Over/Under - 5.1; away - 2.75.
- Under 10.5 corners in 6 of last 7 Wellington Phoenix games (A-League).
Prediction on BTTS
H2H:
- number of encounters - 42;
- both teams scored all-time - 26 times;
- on the home team’s field - 11 times.
Statistics: Newcastle Jets vs Wellington Phoenix
- number of matches played in the tournament: 13 vs 13;
- number of matches in the season where both teams scored (BTTS): 9 vs 10;
- number of BTTS matches for Newcastle Jets at home - 4 (67%);
- number of BTTS matches for Wellington Phoenix away - 4 (67%).
Last 10 matches:
- number of BTTS matches: 6 vs 7;
- BTTS matches for Newcastle Jets at home - 2 (50%);
- BTTS matches for Wellington Phoenix away - 2 (50%).
- Newcastle Jets have scored and conceded in last 5 games against Wellington Phoenix (A-League).
Correct score prediction
Statistics of frequent results (current season):
- most common score in the tournament: 0:1 (10/79, 12.7%);
- Newcastle Jets at home most often finish matches: 0:1 , 1:2 , 1:4 , 2:0 , 4:5 , 5:2 (1/6, 16.7%);
- Wellington Phoenix away most often play: 0:2 , 0:3 , 1:1 , 2:2 , 3:1 , 5:1 (1/6, 16.7%).
Based on statistics and probability distribution, the algorithm predicts the top 3 outcomes:
2:1 - 8.97% (odds 8)
1:1 - 7.84% (odds 9)
2:2 - 6.98% (odds 10)
⭐ Editorial Prediction
Considering the current form of the teams and their past encounters (including Newcastle's recent emphatic away victory), an open game with plenty of chances at both ends is expected, with no clear favorite: neither side is likely to fully dominate or concede without a fight. As for the prediction, betting on over 3.5 total goals seems promising, based on the teams' recent results and their head-to-head history.
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