Wellington Phoenix vs Newcastle Jets Match Preview

Wellington Phoenix face Newcastle Jets for the 15th round of the Australian A-League at the Westpac Stadium.

After nine consecutive games that stayed undefeated, Wellington Phoenix lost 1-0 to Brisbane. Despite their good performance in the pitch, they were not effective at all in their chances, hitting also the post twice. However, they didn't manage to find the net. They are placed at the 4th place of the table with 21 points, having a 5-point difference from the second-placed Melbourne City. Today, they will try to bounce back from their last defeat. Louis Fenton and Alex Rufer are unavailable due to injury, while German Matti Steinmann is suspended.

Newcastle Jets are not doing well this season, after many consecutive unsuccessful results, they are currently sitting at the bottom of the table, with just 9 points. They have the worst defense in the league with a record of 29 goals conceded so far, while they have scored just 12 goals in 13 games. In the previous game, they lost 2-0 at home against Melbourne City. Everything seems really hard for them to be able to change things up and reach the top-six of the table.

Wellington Phoenix have the home advantage in this one and I expect them to return in winning ways today over weak Newcastle Jets. Wellington Phoenix to win is offered at 1.75 odds.