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Wellington Phoenix vs Newcastle Jets: Can Phoenix Build on Home Win?

Wellington Phoenix, fresh from a rare home win, hosts Newcastle Jets in the A-League. Despite their struggles, Phoenix's improved home form offers hope, while Jets' away record remains poor. A close match is expected.

Wellington Phoenix has been inconsistent this season but showed signs of life with a 2-1 home win last match. They are yet to keep a clean sheet at home and their defensive record is worryingly leaky, conceding 1.3 goals per game on average. However, their attack seems to be finding its feet, scoring 1.3 goals per home game.

Newcastle Jets are having a tough season, winning only twice in seven games. Their away record is particularly poor, with just one win from three games. They have failed to score in their last three away matches and their 0.7 goals per away game is a low output. However, they have kept two clean sheets away from home, suggesting they might be able to contain the Phoenix attack.

Both teams favour a possession-based style, but Phoenix seems to be more effective at home with their 4-2-3-1 formation. They tend to build slowly from the back, which could be problematic against Jets' press. Jets, on the other hand, prefer a 4-3-3 formation away from home, focusing on quick transitions and exploiting spaces in behind the defence. The key battle could be in midfield, where Phoenix's control might stifle Jets' transitions.

Despite their improved home form, Phoenix's defence is still a concern. Jets' away scoring record is poor, and they might struggle to break down a Phoenix side that will likely sit deep and try to hit them on the counter.

Schlüsselpunkte

• Wellington Phoenix has scored 1.3 goals per game at home, but their home defence averages 1.3 goals conceded per game.
• Newcastle Jets have not scored in their last three away matches.
• Both teams favour a possession-based style, but Phoenix's home form is better.