A-League· Regular Season - 1· Go Media Stadium
Auckland
Melbourne City17 Oct
Auckland vs Melbourne City Prediction & Betting Tips
Saturday, 17 October 2026 · Kick-off
Our prediction
Auckland or Draw
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Predicted score
1-0
Fair odds
1.40
Expected goals
1.4 - 1.1
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More Auckland vs Melbourne City tips
| Selection | Probability | Fair odds | Best odds |
|---|---|---|---|
| AH1 +1.5Auckland +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 88% | 1.13 | 1.07 |
| AH2 +1.5Melbourne City +1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 79% | 1.27 | 1.10 |
| U3.5Under 3.5 goals | 73% | 1.37 | 1.23 |
| X2Melbourne City or Draw | 60% | 1.66 | 1.55 |
| BTTS YesBoth teams to score | 53% | 1.89 | 1.75 |
| U2.5Under 2.5 goals | 53% | 1.89 | 1.82 |
| O2.5Over 2.5 goals | 47% | 2.13 | 2.06 |
| BTTS NoBoth teams NOT to score | 47% | 2.13 | 2.00 |
| 1Auckland to win | 40% | 2.53 | 2.55 |
| XDraw | 32% | 3.14 | 3.44 |
| 2Melbourne City to win | 29% | 3.49 | 2.85 |
| O3.5Over 3.5 goals | 27% | 3.69 | 3.42 |
| AH1 -1.5Auckland -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 21% | 4.70 | 5.00 |
| AH2 -1.5Melbourne City -1.5 (Asian Handicap) | 12% | 8.54 | 5.90 |
Auckland vs Melbourne City odds comparison
Best price in each market highlighted.
| Bookmaker | 1 | X | 2 | O2.5 | U2.5 | BTTS | No BTTS |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| William Hill | 2.45 | 3.20 | 2.75 | - | - | 1.75 | 2.00 |
| 1xBet | 2.53 | 3.44 | 2.85 | 2.06 | 1.82 | 1.75 | 1.97 |
| Dafabet | 2.55 | 3.35 | 2.85 | - | - | - | - |
| Bet365 | 2.50 | 3.25 | 2.80 | 1.95 | 1.80 | 1.75 | 2.00 |
| Marathonbet | 2.44 | 3.32 | 2.75 | 1.99 | 1.76 | 1.75 | 1.94 |
| Betfair | 2.40 | 3.30 | 2.80 | 2.05 | 1.75 | 1.80 | 2.00 |
| BetVictor | 2.50 | 3.30 | 2.75 | 1.93 | 1.75 | 1.73 | 2.00 |
| Pinnacle | 2.56 | 3.27 | 2.83 | 2.05 | 1.80 | - | - |
| SBO | 2.34 | 3.05 | 2.66 | 2.02 | 1.82 | - | - |
| Betano | 2.57 | 3.30 | 2.80 | 2.07 | 1.80 | 1.78 | 1.98 |
Auckland vs Melbourne City preview & analysis
Match preview
Auckland host Melbourne City in the A-League (Regular Season - 1) at Go Media Stadium on Saturday, 17 October 2026, with kick-off at 04:00 UTC. Here's our full prediction, built from bookmaker prices, current form and head-to-head data.
Team form
Auckland are struggling for results, with 2 wins, 0 draws and 3 defeats in their last 5 matches, scoring 5 and conceding 6. Most recently they lost to Western Sydney Wanderers 1-3 at home. They're 12th in the table with 0 points from 0 games. Melbourne City arrive in mixed form, with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 defeats in their last 5 matches, scoring 6 and conceding 5. Most recently they beat Oakleigh Cannons 2-0 away. They're 9th in the table with 0 points from 0 games.
Head to head
In the last 5 meetings between these sides, Auckland have won 2, Melbourne City have won 1 and 2 ended level. Those games averaged 3.0 goals, and both teams scored in 3 of them.
What the numbers say
Our model makes Auckland narrow favourites: Auckland 40%, draw 32%, Melbourne City 29%. We expect around 2.6 goals (1.4 - 1.1 in expected goals), with 47% for over 2.5 and 53% for both teams to score.
Our tip
Auckland should avoid defeat, and double chance covers the draw for extra safety. Our pick is Auckland or Draw at 1.45, which our model rates at a 71% chance. For a bigger price, the most likely correct score is Auckland 1-0 Melbourne City.
Recent form
Auckland- 19 SeptHWestern Sydney Wanderers1-3
- 26 AugAAl-Ahli Jeddah0-1
- 26 JulHTottenham0-2
- 23 MayHSydney1-0
- 15 MayAAdelaide United3-0
Melbourne City- 25 SeptAOakleigh Cannons2-0
- 11 AugALions0-2
- 7 AugHPalermo0-2
- 26 JulAWeston Bears3-0
- 2 MayAAuckland1-1
Head to head
A-League table
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  Adelaide United | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2 |  Central Coast Mariners | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 3 |  Newcastle Jets | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 4 |  Perth Glory | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 5 |  Brisbane Roar | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 6 |  Sydney | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 7 |  Wellington Phoenix | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 8 |  Melbourne Victory | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 9 | Melbourne City | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 10 |  Western Sydney Wanderers | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 11 |  Macarthur | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 12 | Auckland | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Auckland vs Melbourne City: FAQ
What is the Auckland vs Melbourne City prediction?
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Our tip is Auckland or Draw at odds of 1.45. Our predicted score is Auckland 1-0 Melbourne City.
Who is the favourite to win Auckland vs Melbourne City?
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Auckland are favourites. Our model gives Auckland a 40% chance of winning, Melbourne City 29%, and the draw 32%.
Will both teams score in Auckland vs Melbourne City?
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We rate both teams to score at 53%, so it's close to a coin flip.
When does Auckland vs Melbourne City kick off?
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Auckland vs Melbourne City kicks off at 04:00 UTC on Saturday, 17 October 2026 at Go Media Stadium, Auckland.
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