Wellington Phoenix vs Auckland FC Prediction & Tips | A-League | FootballTips.app
Wellington Phoenix
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0 - 5
HT: 0 - 4
Saturday 21 February
Auckland FC
AwayWellington PhoenixTimelineAuckland FC
1st Half
Sakai H.
20'
Oluwayemi J.Assist: Own goal
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24'
Randall J. (De Vries F.)
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30'
May G. (Gallegos L. F.)
sports_soccer
41'
Eze I.
45+2'
Girdwood-Reich J.
45+3'
Randall J. (May G.)
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45+5'
2nd Half
Kelly-Heald A.Out: Oluwayemi J.
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46'
Hughes I.
58'
Piper C.Out: Najjarine R.
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60'
Brook L.Out: Sakai H.
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71'
Brimmer J.Out: Howieson C.
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72'
Brook L. (Randall J.)
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74'
Bidois J.Out: May G.
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75'
Ferguson B.Out: Randall J.
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75'
Kelly-Heald L.Out: Nagasawa K.
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77'
Kartum S.Out: Retre P.
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78'
Mitchell J.Out: Gallegos L. F.
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82'
Kartum S.
87'
Armiento C.
90'
Top stats
0.45Expected goals (xG)1.38
49%Ball possession51%
8Total shots10
1Shots on target5
1Big chances2
6Corner kicks1
61% (171/279)Passes69% (205/298)
4Yellow cards2
Shots
0.45Expected goals (xG)1.38
0.05xG on target (xGOT)1.19
8Total shots10
1Shots on target5
5Shots off target4
2Blocked shots1
6Shots inside the box7
2Shots outside the box3
0Hit the woodwork0
Attack
1Big chances2
6Corner kicks1
24Touches in opposition box12
0Accurate through passes1
1Offsides4
9Free kicks11
Passes
61% (171/279)Passes69% (205/298)
20% (10/51)Long passes46% (26/57)
45% (38/84)Passes in final third58% (57/99)
33% (7/21)Crosses33% (3/9)
0.49Expected assists (xA)0.77
35Throw ins30
Defense
11Fouls9
56% (10/18)Tackles47% (9/19)
49Duels won58
22Clearances44
13Interceptions9
0Errors leading to shot1
0Errors leading to goal0
Goalkeeping
1Goalkeeper saves1
1.19xGOT faced0.05
-2.81Goals prevented0.05
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AI Prediction
verified Low Confidence
13.56
X3.54
21.99
Recommended Bet
Away Win
Stake: Low (4/10)
35
Opp. Value
Key Factors
⚠️ Using limited statistical data
Attack Quality: Home 42% on target vs Away 35% on target
Standings: Home GD -5 (20pts) vs Away GD +6 (29pts)
Sofascore Stats: Away superiority - Best: Defense (+29), Efficiency (+31)
donut_small Win Probabilities
26%
Wellington Phoenix Win
29%
Draw
45%
Auckland FC Win
Wellington Phoenix
Draw
Auckland FC
Match Preview
On February 21, 2026, at Sky Stadium, Wellington Phoenix will host Auckland in an A-League matchup.
Wellington Phoenix is currently positioned 10th in the standings with 20 points, while Auckland holds the 2nd spot with 28 points.
Wellington Phoenix has experienced a draw in 50% of their last 6 matches, indicating a level of inconsistency.
On the other hand, Auckland has been impressive on the road, winning 4 out of their last 8 away matches.
In their previous encounters, Wellington Phoenix has struggled, losing all 5 of their last head-to-head matches against Auckland.
Our algorithm predicts Auckland to secure the victory with a scoreline of 1-2.
compareTeam Comparison
Based on 17 matchesWellington PhoenixvsAuckland FC
radarTeam Profile
Wellington Phoenix
Auckland FC
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51Attack64
shield
33Defense62
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50Possession44
gps_fixed
83Efficiency52
auto_fix_high
43Creativity57
gavel
66Discipline48
sports_soccerGoals & Scoring
28Goals Scored24
33Goals Conceded18
2Clean Sheets5
45Big Chances60
26Big Chances Missed43
2Penalty Goals0
gps_fixedShooting
216Total Shots278
91Shots on Target97
swap_horizPassing & Possession
51.2%Avg Possession50.1%
7,031Total Passes6,704
78.7%Pass Accuracy79.1%
shieldDefending
291Tackles323
136Interceptions156
52Saves43
50.2%Duels Won51.9%
gavelDiscipline
152Fouls199
19Yellow Cards28
2Red Cards2
28Offsides23
analyticsOther
79Corners81
129Successful Dribbles106
8Errors Leading to Goal3
6.75Avg Rating6.86
League Standings Context
For Wellington Phoenix
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Brisbane Roar | 18 | 6 | 4 | 8 | 22 |
| 9 | Wellington Phoenix | 17 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 20 |
| 10 | Perth Glory | 18 | 6 | 2 | 10 | 20 |
For Auckland FC
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newcastle Jets | 17 | 11 | 0 | 6 | 33 |
| 2 | Auckland | 17 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 29 |
| 3 | Adelaide United | 18 | 9 | 2 | 7 | 29 |
Advanced Stats (Avg per match)
39.0/ 97.3
Dangerous Attacks
43.7/ 90.7
42.0%
Shots on Target
35.0%
12.7
Total Shots
16.3
51.0%
Possession
50.0%
Team Performance (Avg)
1.6
Goals Scored / Match
1.4
1.9
Goals Conceded / Match
1.1
Head-to-Head Summary
0
Wellington Phoenix Wins
0%
0
Draws
0%
5
Auckland FC Wins
100%
Total H2H Matches: 5
Recent Form Stats
| Market | Wellington Phoenix | Auckland FC |
|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 Goals | 94%16/17 | 82%14/17 |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 82%14/17 | 53%9/17 |
| Both Teams to Score | 82%14/17 | 71%12/17 |
* Based on last 17 matches
Past Matches
Last 6: Wellington Phoenix
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
2 - 3
Melbourne Victory
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
2 - 2
Melbourne City
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
2 - 2
Adelaide United
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
3 - 1
CC Mariners
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
1 - 3
Newcastle Jets
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
2 - 1
Adelaide United
Home Games: Wellington Phoenix
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
2 - 3
Melbourne Victory
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
2 - 2
Melbourne City
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
2 - 2
Adelaide United
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
3 - 1
CC Mariners
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
1 - 3
Newcastle Jets
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
2 - 1
Adelaide United
Last 6: Auckland FC
Au1
Sydney FC
1 - 1
Auckland
Au1
Perth Glory
2 - 1
Auckland
Au1
Melbourne City
2 - 1
Auckland
Au1
Brisbane Roar
0 - 2
Auckland
Au1
Macarthur FC
1 - 1
Auckland
Au1
WS Wanderers
0 - 2
Auckland
Away Games: Auckland FC
Au1
Sydney FC
1 - 1
Auckland
Au1
Perth Glory
2 - 1
Auckland
Au1
Melbourne City
2 - 1
Auckland
Au1
Brisbane Roar
0 - 2
Auckland
Au1
Macarthur FC
1 - 1
Auckland
Au1
WS Wanderers
0 - 2
Auckland
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AI Prediction
verified Low Confidence
13.56
X3.54
21.99
Recommended Bet
Away Win
Stake: Low (4/10)
35
Opp. Value
Key Factors
⚠️ Using limited statistical data
Attack Quality: Home 42% on target vs Away 35% on target
Standings: Home GD -5 (20pts) vs Away GD +6 (29pts)
Sofascore Stats: Away superiority - Best: Defense (+29), Efficiency (+31)
Match Preview
On February 21, 2026, at Sky Stadium, Wellington Phoenix will host Auckland in an A-League matchup.
Wellington Phoenix is currently positioned 10th in the standings with 20 points, while Auckland holds the 2nd spot with 28 points.
Wellington Phoenix has experienced a draw in 50% of their last 6 matches, indicating a level of inconsistency.
On the other hand, Auckland has been impressive on the road, winning 4 out of their last 8 away matches.
In their previous encounters, Wellington Phoenix has struggled, losing all 5 of their last head-to-head matches against Auckland.
Our algorithm predicts Auckland to secure the victory with a scoreline of 1-2.
League Standings Context
For Wellington Phoenix
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 | Brisbane Roar | 18 | 6 | 4 | 8 | 22 |
| 9 | Wellington Phoenix | 17 | 5 | 5 | 7 | 20 |
| 10 | Perth Glory | 18 | 6 | 2 | 10 | 20 |
For Auckland FC
| Pos | Team | P | W | D | L | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Newcastle Jets | 17 | 11 | 0 | 6 | 33 |
| 2 | Auckland | 17 | 8 | 5 | 4 | 29 |
| 3 | Adelaide United | 18 | 9 | 2 | 7 | 29 |
Team Performance (Avg)
1.6
Goals Scored / Match
1.4
1.9
Goals Conceded / Match
1.1
Recent Form Stats
| Market | Wellington Phoenix | Auckland FC |
|---|---|---|
| Over 1.5 Goals | 94%16/17 | 82%14/17 |
| Over 2.5 Goals | 82%14/17 | 53%9/17 |
| Both Teams to Score | 82%14/17 | 71%12/17 |
* Based on last 17 matches
donut_small Win Probabilities
26%
Wellington Phoenix Win
29%
Draw
45%
Auckland FC Win
Wellington Phoenix
Draw
Auckland FC
compareTeam Comparison
Based on 17 matchesWellington PhoenixvsAuckland FC
radarTeam Profile
Wellington Phoenix
Auckland FC
sports_soccer
51Attack64
shield
33Defense62
swap_horiz
50Possession44
gps_fixed
83Efficiency52
auto_fix_high
43Creativity57
gavel
66Discipline48
sports_soccerGoals & Scoring
28Goals Scored24
33Goals Conceded18
2Clean Sheets5
45Big Chances60
26Big Chances Missed43
2Penalty Goals0
gps_fixedShooting
216Total Shots278
91Shots on Target97
swap_horizPassing & Possession
51.2%Avg Possession50.1%
7,031Total Passes6,704
78.7%Pass Accuracy79.1%
shieldDefending
291Tackles323
136Interceptions156
52Saves43
50.2%Duels Won51.9%
gavelDiscipline
152Fouls199
19Yellow Cards28
2Red Cards2
28Offsides23
analyticsOther
79Corners81
129Successful Dribbles106
8Errors Leading to Goal3
6.75Avg Rating6.86
Advanced Stats (Avg per match)
39.0/ 97.3
Dangerous Attacks
43.7/ 90.7
42.0%
Shots on Target
35.0%
12.7
Total Shots
16.3
51.0%
Possession
50.0%
Head-to-Head Summary
0
Wellington Phoenix Wins
0%
0
Draws
0%
5
Auckland FC Wins
100%
Total H2H Matches: 5
Past Matches
Last 6: Wellington Phoenix
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
2 - 3
Melbourne Victory
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
2 - 2
Melbourne City
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
2 - 2
Adelaide United
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
3 - 1
CC Mariners
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
1 - 3
Newcastle Jets
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
2 - 1
Adelaide United
Home Games: Wellington Phoenix
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
2 - 3
Melbourne Victory
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
2 - 2
Melbourne City
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
2 - 2
Adelaide United
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
3 - 1
CC Mariners
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
1 - 3
Newcastle Jets
Au1
Wellington Phoenix
2 - 1
Adelaide United
Last 6: Auckland FC
Au1
Sydney FC
1 - 1
Auckland
Au1
Perth Glory
2 - 1
Auckland
Au1
Melbourne City
2 - 1
Auckland
Au1
Brisbane Roar
0 - 2
Auckland
Au1
Macarthur FC
1 - 1
Auckland
Au1
WS Wanderers
0 - 2
Auckland
Away Games: Auckland FC
Au1
Sydney FC
1 - 1
Auckland
Au1
Perth Glory
2 - 1
Auckland
Au1
Melbourne City
2 - 1
Auckland
Au1
Brisbane Roar
0 - 2
Auckland
Au1
Macarthur FC
1 - 1
Auckland
Au1
WS Wanderers
0 - 2
Auckland
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