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Macarthur FC vs Sydney FC Tips & Prediction - Macarthur to extend seven-game unbeaten run

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Last updated: Fri 09 Jan 2026 01:59

This Saturday night, Macarthur FC hosts Sydney FC in a high-stakes A-League Round 12 clash at Campbelltown Stadium. Macarthur is on an excellent run, unbeaten in their last six A-League games, and currently sits third on the ladder. Sydney, on the other hand, struggles with form, especially after star player Joe Lolley's injury, failing to score in their last two matches. The recommendation favors Macarthur in the 'Double Chance' market. Harry Sawyer's presence with five goals adds to their threat. A draw offers value in the head-to-head market.

Andrew Hendrie 09 Jan 2026
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  • Macarthur FC vs Sydney FC predictions for Saturday's A-League Round 12 game
  • Macarthur one of the in-form teams in the A-League, unbeaten in last seven in all comps
  • Sydney struggling lately, failing to score in last two games
  • The match is scheduled for kick off at 7.35pm AEDT on Saturday January 10
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Macarthur host Sydney on Saturday (Photo by Getty Images)


Macarthur FC vs Sydney FC Tips & Prediction


It's a top three showdown on Saturday night as Macarthur FC welcome Sydney FC to Campbelltown Stadium in A-League Round 12 action.

Sydney do have two games in hand over the Bulls in second spot, but they've hit a wall over the last couple of weeks, coinciding with the hamstring injury to star man Joe Lolley. Sydney have failed to score a goal in a loss to Newcastle and draw with Melbourne City, so they aren't in great shape heading into this clash. Meanwhile, Macarthur are one of the form teams in the A-League, going unbeaten in their last seven games in all competitions and quietly climbing into third spot on the ladder.

I'm liking Macarthur in the Double Chance market here. The Bulls are unbeaten in 13 of their last 15 games in all competitions, including six straight in the A-League. They've also lost just once in Campbelltown since May 2025. Sydney, as mentioned, have gone winless in their last two and aren't looking threatening up front. A draw looks value in the H2H market, with towering striker Harry Sawyer a good shout to add to his five goals this season.
  • Macarthur are unbeaten in 13 of their last 15 games in all comps
  • Macarthur are unbeaten in their last six A-League games
  • Sydney have won just two of their last five games
  • Sydney have failed to score in their last two games
  • Macarthur have drawn two of their last four games by a 1-1 score
  • Harry Sawyer has scored five goals this term (joint-highest in the league)

Macarthur FC vs Sydney FC Head To Head

Sydney have won three of the last four meetings and four of the last five in Campbelltown. The Sky Blues came away 2-0 winners back in Round 4, with Marcel Tisserand and Joe Lolley scoring in the second half.

Macarthur FC Form Analysis

It's been an outstanding season so far for Macarthur, advancing to the knockout phase of the AFC Champions League 2 competition and quietly rising to third spot on the A-League ladder.

Macarthur have registered a 5-4-3 record heading into Round 12, winning three of their last five games over Brisbane (2-1), Newcastle (5-4) and the Wanderers (1-0).

Mile Sterjovski's side have also drawn 1-1 with reigning champions Melbourne City and current ladder leaders Auckland FC during that period. Tomi Uskok equalised in the second-half for the Bulls against the Black Knights on Monday night to make it six games unbeaten in the A-League.

Macarthur's also continue to add depth to their forward ranks, with Socceroos veteran Mitch Duke signing for the club - he could be in line for a first appearance in this one.

Macarthur FC Team News

Macarthur Bulls squad: 1. Alex ROBINSON, 3. Damien DA SILVA, 5. Matthew JURMAN, 7. Sime GRZAN, 8. Luke VICKERY, 9. Chris IKONOMIDIS, 10. Anthony CACERES, 11. Bernardo OLIVEIRA, 12. Filip KURTO, 13. Rafael DURAN MARTINEZ, 14. Kristian POPOVIC, 17. Oliver RANDAZZO, 18. Walter SCOTT, 22. Liam ROSE, 23. Frans DELI, 24. Dean BOSNJAK, 25. Callum TALBOT, 26. Luke BRATTAN, 28. Harrison SAWYER, 32. Will McKay

Sydney FC Form Analysis

Sydney have lost some momentum over the holiday period - they've only played one match since December 20 and last tasted victory a week earlier.

Part of that was due to their game against Auckland being postponed due to poor pitch conditions at Leichhardt Oval, but Sydney have hit a bit of a roadblock lately.

Obviously Joe Lolley's hamstring injury has had a big impact on the team's form, with the Sky Blues failing to score in their last two outings against the Jets (lost 2-0) and City (drew 0-0 in a game where they were completely outplayed).

However, Ufuk Talay's side remain in second spot on the ladder and three points here against an in-form Macarthur side would get them right back on track.

Sydney FC Team News

Sydney FC squad: 4. Jordan COURTNEY-PERKINS, 5.  Alex GRANT, 6. Corey HOLLMAN, 7.  Piero QUISPE, 8. Wataru KAMIJO, 9.  Victor CAMPUZANO, 11. Abel WALATEE, 12. Harrison DEVENISH-MEARES (GK), 13. Pat WOOD, 16. Joel KING, 17. Ben GARUCCIO, 20. Tiago QUINTAL, 23. Rhyan GRANT ©, 24. Paul OKON JNR, 30. Alexander ZAVERDINOS (GK), 32. Marcel TISSERAND, 35. Al Hassan TOURE, 36. Rhys YOULLEY, 41. Alexandar POPOVIC, 44. Akol AKON.

Verdict

Macarthur are backed to pick up at least a point, with a draw looking a good value H2H bet.

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