Melbourne Victory vs Sydney FC prediction, match preview, betting tips and odds on January 26, 2026
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In the 14th round of the Australian A-League on January 26, 2026, Melbourne Victory will face Sydney FC. The hosts need points in their battle for a playoff spot, but the visitors, who are also vying for the top spot, have come for a win.
Our Prediction for Melbourne Victory vs Sydney FC
The Melbourne club had a good previous season. They finished just fifth in the regular season with 43 points, but reached the playoff final, losing narrowly, 0-1, in the derby against City. This season, they started with one win and five points in their first seven matches, but then won four in a row—a streak only stopped by Western Sydney. After that, they also lost to Adelaide United, though only 1-2.
The team from Australia’s other major metropolis lost out by a single point—37 to 38—in the battle with Adelaide for sixth place last season, missing the playoffs. However, this time they have been challenging Auckland for the lead. They lost at home to Wellington Phoenix 0-2.
Dials’ side scores an average of 1.23 goals per match, conceding slightly more—1.38. Campuzano and company have a much better ratio: 1.5 goals scored per match and only 0.75 conceded.
Melbourne Victory vs Sydney FC: Key Statistics and Trends
- Melbourne Victory have won four of their last six matches
- 38% of Melbourne Victory’s matches end with both teams scoring, with an average total of 2.62 goals per game
- Sydney FC have won just one of their last three matches
- 25% of Sydney’s matches end with both teams scoring, and the average total goals per match is 2.25.
Melbourne Victory vs Sydney FC: Probable Starting Lineups
Melbourne Victory (probable lineup): Warszawski – Traore, Davidson, Esposito, Inserra – Jeanro, D`Arrigo, Santos Rodrigues, Mata, Vilupillai – Vergos
Sydney FC (probable lineup): Devenish-Meares – Garuccio, Grant, Tisserand, Grant – Kispe, Okon-Engstler, Yulli, Quintal – Wood, Campuzano
Previous Matches: Melbourne Victory vs Sydney FC
In the last five head-to-head meetings, each club has two wins, all of them at home.
Free Prediction for Melbourne Victory vs Sydney FC
The hosts remain the favorites, but there are some questions about them—we suggest betting on the neutral "over 2.5 goals" (odds – 1.65).
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