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Adelaide United vs Macarthur FC Tips & Prediction - Another draw on the cards for Adelaide

andrew-hendrie
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Last updated: Fri 17 Apr 2026 03:48

In the upcoming A-League clash, Adelaide United is geared to challenge Macarthur FC with critical implications for Macarthur's finals aspirations. Adelaide, coming off a strong unbeaten streak, has consistently drawn their last matches, often with a 1-1 scoreline. Recommendations for the match include betting on under 3.5 goals, given the trend and both teams' recent performances. Macarthur faces an uphill task, needing victories and others' missteps to reach the finals.

Andrew Hendrie 17 Apr 2026
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  • Adelaide United vs Macarthur FC predictions for Sunday's A-League R25 game
  • Adelaide have drawn five of their last six games by a 1-1 score - trend tipped to continue at big value
  • Macarthur need a win to keep finals hopes alive, but could be forced to settle for a draw
  • The match is scheduled for kick off at 3.30pm AEST on Sunday April 19
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Adelaide host Macarthur on Sunday (Photo by Getty Images)


Adelaide United vs Macarthur FC Tips & Prediction


Adelaide United will likely end Macarthur FC's finals hopes when the two sides square off at Coopers Stadium on Sunday to finish off A-League Round 25 action.

Macarthur missed a golden chance to put some real pressure on both Melbourne City and Melbourne Victory after losing 3-1 against lowly Perth Glory last week. The Bulls had beaten the top two in Newcastle and Auckland in the previous weeks, so it was a huge blow when hopes were high.

Meanwhile, Adelaide have gone unbeaten in 11 of their last 12 games, with that lone defeat coming against leaders Newcastle in February. However, the Reds have struggled to put teams away and they've actually drawn five of their last six games - with all coming by a 1-1 scoreline.

That's a trend I can't ignore heading into this clash. Part of me thinks Adelaide will put Macarthur to the sword at Coopers, but as mentioned, the Reds haven't been ruthless in that fashion lately. I'll back Under 3.5 goals for the best bet, with added value on the 1-1 draw. Luka Jovanovic looks good to add to his season tally of nine goals.
  • Adelaide have drawn five of their last six games
  • All five of those draws have been by a 1-1 score
  • Adelaide and Macarthur's most-recent outing resulted in a 1-1 draw
  • Under 3.5 goals has landed in five of the last six meetings
  • Under 3.5 goals has landed in five of Adelaide's last six games
  • Luka Jovanovic has scored five goals in his last eight games

Adelaide United vs Macarthur FC Head To Head

Macarthur came away 2-1 winners in Campbelltown back in Round 2 before a 1-1 share of the spoils at Coopers in Round 15.

Adelaide United Form Analysis

Adelaide come into this encounter with a 10-7-7 record on the season and in fourth spot on the ladder, equal on points with Sydney.

Overall, it's been a good season for the Reds, but if they'd just converted a couple of their draws into wins over the last month, they could be right in the minor premiership picture - or at the very least, battling for a top two finish.

Adelaide have earned 1-1 draws with both of the top two in Auckland and Newcastle over the last fortnight.

Airton Andrioli's side were unlucky not to secure all three points on the road against the Jets last week. Ryan White put his side ahead in the 72nd minute and Adelaide also had the ball in the back of the net on two other occasions, only to be ruled out. Daniel Wilmering then equalised for the Jets in the 94th minute.

Adelaide United Team News

Adelaide United squad: 3.Bart VRIENDS, 4.Panagiotis KIKIANIS, 7.Ryan KITTO, 9.Luka JOVANOVIĆ, 10.Juan MUÑIZ, 12.Jonny YULL, 13.Max VARTULI, 14.Jay BARNETT, 17.Ben FOLAMI, 19.Yaya DUKULY, 22.Joshua SMITS, 23.Luke DUZEL, 35.Brody BURKITT, 42.Austin AYOUBI, 44.Ryan WHITE, 52.Sotiri PHILLIS, 55.Ethan ALAGICH, 62.Fabian TALLADIRA, 87.Anselmo de MORAES, 99.Ajak RIAK

Macarthur FC Form Analysis

Macarthur head into this showdown with a 8-7-9 record on the season and in seventh spot on the ladder, trailing Melbourne City in sixth by four points with two games remaining.

A big mid-season collapse put Macarthur in a hole that looks too deep to climb out from - basically the Bulls need to win their remaining two games and hope City or Victory lose their last two in order to sneak into the finals.

Mile Sterjovski's side looked on course for a late-season resurgence after upstaging both the top two in Auckland and Newcastle.

However, Macarthur stumbled badly last week, suffering a 3-1 defeat to struggling Perth, effectively ending their season.

Macarthur FC Team News

Macarthur Bulls squad: 1. Alex ROBINSON, 3. Damien DA SILVA, 5. Matthew JURMAN, 6. Tomislav USKOK , 7. Sime GRZAN, 8. Luke VICKERY, 9. Chris IKONOMIDIS, 10. Anthony CACERES, 11. Bernardo OLIVEIRA 12. Filip KURTO, 13. Raphael DURAN MARTINEZ, 15. Mitchell DUKE, 17. Oliver RANDAZZO, 18. Walter SCOTT, 19. Harry POLITIDIS, 22. Liam ROSE, 24. Dean BOSNJAK, 25. Callum TALBOT, 28. Harrison SAWYER, 35. Henrique OLIVEIRA

Verdict

Under 3.5 goals is backed as the best bet, with value on the 1-1 draw trend with Adelaide games continuing.

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