Wollongong Wolves vs Rockdale Ilinden tips and predictions

Decent match-up expected in NPL NSW

It's anyone's guess what happens here. The impulse is to back a home win but if they aren't in the right frame of mind then who knows. They will fancy their chances though.

You'll have your own opinion but Wollongong Wolves might have reasons to be confident about adding to Rockdale Ilinden's recent defeats. The last 7 fixtures have not all gone to plan for the away squad; they've lost 4 times in those 7 starts. That might not be the right preparation for this one.

The hosts have been making the most of a recent purple patch on their own turf. Wollongong Wolves scored two or more goals in 7 of their recent 8 home matches and that mentality has been consolidated at the back where they've conceded no more than once in 2 of their last 3 games.

Rockdale Ilinden have actually conceded three or more goals in 4 of their last 8 matches. Their critics might be more concerned about their recent form at the other end of the pitch though. In front of goal the visitors have been underwhelming. They've been goalless in 3 of their last 7 matches.

It's quite possible this is a match that will simply depend on which side is the first to open their account. The sportsbooks believe that neither side will keep a clean sheet during this match as they could be well matched. This preview is only interested in value though and the odds-against for the No BTTS is actually the better idea from that market. And if you're interested in the goal line, it's at least two goals for this one considering the price on offer.