Andrew Prentice is leading the tipping competition after a fantastic weekend of A-League fixtures in Round 5. Round 6 promises to be just as exciting, starting with a Friday night blockbuster between the Roar and the Wanderers. Sydney will take on Perth in the prime-time slot on Saturday night, followed by Western United and Wellington. The Mariners will face Victory in a massive encounter, while the Jets can derail Melbourne City’s start to the season. Macarthur will host Adelaide on Monday night in what could be the match of the round. Good luck with your tips and be sure to enter them in the sheet below. Here’s how the panel sees all the action playing out across the weekend, with significant ladder movement inevitable.
Jacob Farrell of the Central Coast Mariners walks after getting a red card. (Photo by Sarah Reed/Getty Images)
Texi Smith predicts wins for Western Sydney, Wellington, Sydney, Victory, City, and Adelaide. He expects the Roar to take on Western Sydney in a captivating Friday night match. Western United will face a tough challenge from Wellington Phoenix, while Sydney FC will look to rejuvenate against Perth Glory. Victory will face a strong Central Coast Mariners, and the Jets will aim to defeat Melbourne City. Macarthur will host Adelaide in what could be the match of the round.
Stuart Thomas predicts wins for Brisbane, Wellington, Sydney, Central Coast, Newcastle, and Adelaide. Brisbane Roar is expected to win against the Wanderers on Friday, although it could be a close match. Wellington is expected to beat Western United, while Sydney FC will claim victory over Perth Glory. The Mariners will have a tough match against Victory, and the Jets will defeat Melbourne City. Adelaide United is expected to have the edge over Macarthur FC.
Andrew Prentice predicts wins for Western Sydney, a draw, Sydney FC, Victory, Newcastle, and Adelaide. The Wanderers are expected to do well against the Roar, and Wellington will have a close match against Western United. Sydney FC is expected to win against Perth, while Victory will face a strong challenge from the Central Coast Mariners. The Jets are expected to defeat Melbourne City, and Adelaide will have the edge over Macarthur.