Melbourne City FC vs. Western United FC Prediction: An Interesting Final to Witness

With Melbourne playing at home in the all-important final of the A-League, they will certainly be eying the champion's tag and cash prize. Melbourne City are quite favorites at home as they kept a terrific home record this season. On the other hand, Western United FC has also played some amazing games throughout the 2021-2022 season. Melbourne and Western United have played 9 matches against each other, and Melbourne FC is leading the head-to-head statistics with 5 wins. 

Melbourne City - Likely the Favorite for Winning (WDWLW)

Melbourne City managed to pull out a blinder after winning the crucial semi-final against Adelaide United (2-1). Going in the game, Melbourne City won over Wellington Phoenix (2-1) and United City (0-3). Their only loss in the last 5 games came against Perth Glory (2-0). Despite the heartbreak of that event, Melbourne City came close to winning the regular season, needing a 2-1 win over Wellington Phoenix on the last day to finish one point ahead of Melbourne Victory.

Expected Lineup for Melbourne City

Glover; Jenkinson, Reis, Good, Jamieson; Gomulka, Berenguer, Metcalfe; Nabbout, Maclaren, Leckie 

Western United - Expecting a Tough Final (WLWLD)

Before their semi-final fixture against Melbourne Victory, who would have thought that they would be playing Melbourne City in the final. Going in the game, Western United have a slight edge over Melbourne as they defeated Melbourne Victory in the last league game (1-4). In their past game form, they have lost to Adelaide United (2-1), but now what matters is that they are playing the all-important final. Western United are expected to play with sincere determination, agility, and control over themselves.

Expected Opening Lineup for Western United

Young; Risdon, Lacroix, Imai, Garuccio; Kilkenny, Skotadis; Wales, Wenzel-Halls, Pain; Prijovic

Expert Betting Tips for the Final

It is expected to be a nail-biting final with both looking favorites to win. We can expect both sides to score a goal; however, the home side will be in a more comfortable spot as compared to the visitors. The scoreline is expected to be either 2-1, or we will witness an exciting penalty shootout.

• Melbourne City FC to Win for 1.80
• Total Under 2.5 for 2.12
• Draw In At Least One Half - No for 2.38