Brisbane Roar Favoured to Edge Mariners in A-League Clash

This A-League encounter pits Central Coast Mariners against Brisbane Roar, with the match taking place on December 31st, 2025. Analyzing the data, a Brisbane Roar victory seems the most probable outcome. Brisbane Roar's recent form shows a mixed bag, including a narrow loss to FC Macarthur and a draw against Western Sydney. However, their away form in December has been reasonable, including a 1-0 win against Adelaide United. Conversely, Central Coast Mariners have struggled, with a 3-1 loss to Wellington Phoenix and defeats to Auckland FC and Sydney FC. Their recent results suggest vulnerabilities, particularly in defence. The head-to-head record between the two teams further supports a Brisbane Roar advantage. While the results are fairly balanced, Brisbane Roar has secured wins recently and in a variety of scorelines. This historical trend is a positive indicator for the away side. The odds provided by the bookmakers favour Brisbane Roar to win. With home win odds at 3.60, a draw at 3.50, and an away win at 2.05, the market clearly sees Brisbane Roar as the more likely victor. The Asian Handicap further supports this, with Brisbane Roar favoured with a +0.5 handicap, translating into an implied probability of a win or draw. The over/under market has a line of 2.5 goals. Considering the offensive capabilities of both teams and their tendency to be involved in matches with multiple goals, it’s reasonable to predict over 2.5 goals in this match. Taking into account the recent form, head-to-head history, and market odds, the prediction leans towards a Brisbane Roar win, likely in a game with over 2.5 goals. Brisbane Roar's ability to score and the Mariners' defensive frailties suggest that Brisbane Roar will secure victory.