Western Sydney Wanderers vs Auckland FC A-League Round 2 Tips & Prediction - Auckland to extend unbeaten run over Wanderers
Auckland FC are predicted to secure a second consecutive win as they visit Western Sydney Wanderers in A-League Round 2. Auckland remain unbeaten in previous meetings and enter the fixture after an impressive 3-1 win over Melbourne City, with new signing Lachie Bayliss delivering a standout performance. In contrast, Wanderers opened their campaign with a lacklustre 0-0 draw against Sydney. History suggests a low-scoring affair, with Under 2.5 goals likely, reinforcing Auckland’s strong prospects for another victory.
- WS Wanderers vs Auckland FC predictions for Saturday's A-League R2
- Wanderers well off the pace last week; Auckland strong in 3-1 win over City
- Visitors backed for a fourth win over Wanderers with Under 2.5 goals
- The game is scheduled for kick off at 5.00pm AEDT on Saturday October 24
Western Sydney Wanderers vs Auckland FC A-League Round 2 Tips & Prediction
Auckland are tipped to make it two wins from two when they go on the road to face Western Sydney Wanderers, with Under 2.5 goals also backed for Saturday's A-League Round 2 showdown at CommBank Stadium.
Reigning premiers Auckland are unbeaten in four previous A-League meetings with the Wanderers and are coming off a brilliant 3-1 dispatch of Melbourne City in Round 1, with new signing Lachie Bayliss playing a starring role.
Meanwhile, the Wanderers settled for a 0-0 stalemate in last week's season opener with rivals Sydney, with the derby seeing just three shots on target. Honestly, it was one of the worst games of football I've ever seen - it wasn't just the pitch or the excuse of it being the first game of the season.
Auckland looked much sharper and I think they represent good value to secure all three points here.
Another low-scoring affair appeals if the Wanderers can't figure things out in the final third, while Bayliss looks decent value to back up last week's A-League debut for the Black Knights with another impactful display.
Wanderers vs Auckland Stats & Trends
- Auckland are unbeaten in all four previous A-League games vs Wanderers, winning three
- All four previous A-League meetings have seen Under 2.5 goals
- Wanderers drew 0-0 vs Sydney last week, managing just two shots on target
- Wanderers have lost their last three A-League home games
- Lachie Bayliss scored a brace last week vs City with three total shots
Wanderers vs Auckland Head To Head
As mentioned, Auckland have never lost to Western Sydney and conceded just once in four meetings, winning last season's games by 1-0 and 2-0 scores.
WS Wanderers Form Analysis
Not the performance Wanderers' fans wanted after picking up the wooden spoon last year.
Last Friday's A-League opener was a game of aerial ping pong as both the Wanderers and Sydney struggled to string passes together and create any meaningful chances going forward.
Ball control was basically non-existent as the two teams played out a dour 0-0 stalemate - not a great advertisement for a league that is struggling to stay afloat and lowering in quality by the year.
WS Wanderers Team News
Miguel Di Pizio and Liam Gillion were probably Western Sydney's most lively last week and will be hoping for a more polished performance in their home debuts for the club here.
Big blow for Awan Lual, who was forced off after 12 minutes with a hamstring injury, replaced by Atiya Waraga.
Brandon Borrello is a chance to return after missing last week's opener with a muscle injury. Alex Gersbach also came off late and will need to pass a fitness test.
WS Wanderers Possible Starting XI (4-2-3-1): Lawrence Thomas, Panashe Madanha, Germán Ferreyra, Anthony Pantazopoulos, Alex Gersbach; Dylan Scicluna, Angus Thurgate; Nicolas Milanovic, Miguel Di Pizio, Liam Gillion; Brandon Borrello
Auckland FC Form Analysis
Superb opening performance from Auckland as they launched their premiership defence with a convincing 3-1 win over Melbourne City in front of 20,000 fans at Go Media Stadium.
It was a dream club debut for Lachie Bayliss, who scored a wonder strike from 35m before doubling his tally with another goal in the second half.
Lachie Brook also got on the scoresheet late as the Black Knights secured an opening three points in new manager Pedro Moreira's first game in charge.
Auckland FC Team News
Grand Final hero Cam Howieson remains sidelined with a calf injury, while Aaron Calver is battling an ankle problem.
Verdict
Auckland are tipped for the win in a game that features Under 2.5 goals.
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