Macarthur FC vs Melbourne City tips and predictions

Macarthur FC earning respect for this clash

Some of this data points to Melbourne City's possible vulnerability at the back. If there are any problems in defence they could be exploited here. If it transpires as the data suggests there should be some goals.

A result is well within Macarthur FC's capabilities.

Simply looking at their respective results, the hosts have bagged 2 home wins from their last 3 games. By contrast, the travelling side has pulled up short at times. They've lost 2 of their recent 3 matches on the road. Some people think that Melbourne City will win. That makes sense in theory. This preview outlines some reasons why that might not be the case.

If Macarthur FC get this done they'll be adding to a decent sequence of goal-scoring performances. The home players are finding some form. They have scored two or more goals in 12 of their recent 20 home matches.

Away from home Melbourne City have actually conceded two or more goals in all of their last 3 matches. It could be a case of so near and yet so far for the unfancied side, but they really can do this.

In their last home game Macarthur FC had a 3-2 win against Brisbane Roar.

The sportsbooks have forecasted both sides to get in on the act despite the favouritism for Melbourne City. Nevertheless the odds-against for the No BTTS is actually the best pick from that market. Looking into the goal line, it's at least three goals that stands out here considering the price on offer.

So what will actually give this home squad confidence to get the job done? It's worth highlighting their recent attacking stats. It will be what is required if they are to deny the visitors.