Brisbane Roar vs Auckland FC A-League Round 3 Tips & Prediction - Roar good value for the win at Suncorp
Brisbane Roar face Auckland FC in A-League Round 3, with both teams tipped to score and Brisbane favoured for a home win after their attacking 2-1 victory over Perth Glory. Auckland, who conceded five goals in their last away match, are without striker Sam Cosgrove due to suspension. Nam Tae-hee is expected to register at least one shot on target following his standout debut. Despite Auckland's historical edge in head-to-heads, recent form and team news point to an open, goal-filled contest at Suncorp Stadium.
- Brisbane Roar vs Auckland FC predictions for Friday's A-League R3
- Roar impressive in opening win; Auckland reeling after 5-2 loss vs Wanderers
- BTTS - Yes & Over 3.5 goals backed; Brisbane good value as home underdogs
- The game is scheduled for kick off at 8.00pm AEDT on Friday October 30
Brisbane Roar vs Auckland FC A-League Round 3 Tips & Prediction
Brisbane Roar were impressive in their opening win over Perth and can double down against an Auckland FC side reeling from a heavy away loss to the Wanderers when the two teams square off to launch A-League Round 3 action on Friday night at Suncorp Stadium.
The Roar played some dreadful football last term, but their new-look side were great to watch in a 2-1 triumph over Perth Glory last week, while Auckland were blown away 5-2 on the road by the Wanderers.
I'm predicting plenty of goals - including at both ends - while Brisbane look good value as home underdogs. South Korean international Nam Tae-hee scored a wonder strike from outside the box last week and is backed to work the keeper again here.
Brisbane Roar vs Auckland FC Predictions & Best Bets
| Bet | Odds | Reasoning |
|---|---|---|
| BTTS - Yes | $1.75 @ CrownBet | Auckland have seen BTTS land in eight of their last nine A-League regular season games, while Brisbane have seen both teams score in seven of their last eight A-League outings |
| Over 3.5 Goals | $3.15 @ Dabble | Goals galore in Auckland's opening two games of the season, beating City 3-1 & losing 5-2 vs Wanderers - another open & entertaining game in prospect here |
| Brisbane Win | $3.00 @ Unibet | Brisbane were superb & created plenty of chances in their 2-1 home win over Perth last week, while Auckland are looking vulnerable on the road again after leaking five goals vs Wanderers |
| Nam Tae-hee 1+ Shots On Target | $2.75 @ bet365 | Tae-hee had a dream debut for the Roar last week, scoring a spectacular goal & registering two shots on target - the South Korean international is the go-to man for creativity in the final third & will look to work the keeper at any opportunity, good value at plus money |
Brisbane Roar vs Auckland FC Head To Head
Auckland have won three of the four A-League meetings, with the Roar failing to score in three of those games.
| Date | Competition | Home Team | Away Team | Score |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 9 January 2026 | A-League Men | Brisbane Roar | Auckland FC | 0–2 |
| 23 November 2025 | A-League Men | Auckland FC | Brisbane Roar | 1–1 |
| 30 March 2025 | A-League Men | Brisbane Roar | Auckland FC | 0–2 |
| 19 October 2024 | A-League Men | Auckland FC | Brisbane Roar | 2–0 |
Brisbane Roar Form Analysis
It was a nightmare end to last term as the Roar failed to win any of their last 12 games.
The Roar still looked vulnerable at the back and Perth should have equalised more than once, but for now, their improvement in the final third will please fans.
However, Michael Valkanis' side have a new philosophy from some of the antics of last season and produced a superb performance to conquer Perth 2-1 in their opening game last week.
Brisbane adopted a more attacking and free-flowing brand of football and were rewarded with all three points as Nam Tae-hee and Justin Vidic got on the scoresheet.
The Roar still looked vulnerable at the back and Perth should have equalised more than once, but for now, their improvement in the final third will please fans.
Auckland FC Form Analysis
Mixed start to the season for the reigning premiers.
Auckland were on fire to open the campaign with a 3-1 win over Melbourne City at home, with new signing Lachie Baylis bagging a brace.
However, Pedro Moreira's side were brought crashing back down to earth last week, suffering a heavy 5-2 loss away to the Wanderers.
The Black Knights couldn't get into the game with just 38 per cent of possession and were ultimately blown away.
Brisbane Roar vs Auckland FC Team News
Vidic was lively in the final third with four total shots, including the opening goal, while Nam was impressive on his A-League debut in midfield, scoring a worldie.
Tate Russell and Sabit Ngor provided width down the flanks, with the former assisting Vidic's opener.
Big blow for Auckland, with star striker Sam Cosgrove set to be sidelined for the next two games for his verbal alternation with a journalist ahead of Round 1. Jonty Bidois came off the bench late against the Wanderers and could replace Cosgrove up front here.
Auckland FC Possible Starting XI (4-4-2): Michael Woud, Hiroki Sakai, Luka Vicelich, Nando Pijnaker, Francis de Vries, Lachlan Brook, Luis Felipe Gallegos, Jake Brimmer, Logan Rogerson, Jonty Bidois, Lachlan Bayliss.
Verdict
Goals are on the menu, with Brisbane tipped for a home win as underdogs.
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