Adelaide United has shown strong home form this season, securing four wins in five matches and currently ranking sixth overall. However, their recent performance has been inconsistent, with three wins and three losses in their last six games. Central Coast Mariners, on the other hand, are struggling, positioned twelfth in the standings and winless in their last six matches, with one draw and five losses. From a squad perspective, Adelaide United has several players unavailable due to injuries in the midfield and defence. Central Coast Mariners also faces absences, with key players missing from their midfield and attack. These absences could impact the tactical approaches of both teams. Historically, the teams have been evenly matched, with each winning two of their last five encounters and one draw. However, Central Coast Mariners suffered a significant defeat in their most recent home game against Adelaide United. Given Adelaide United's home advantage and the contrasting recent form, the key questions are whether Adelaide United can maintain their home dominance and if Central Coast Mariners can halt their losing streak. The European odds system does not show a unified pull for a draw or an away win. This structure suggests that the Asian handicap adjustment is not simply a sign of weakness but a more precise assessment of the likelihood of a narrow home win. Considering the changes in both Asian and European odds, the core logic supports Adelaide United's home advantage and strength. The current data trends towards Adelaide United controlling the game and achieving at least a one-goal advantage. Therefore, based on the current data signals, the recommendation favours the team with better form and data backing. Prediction: Adelaide United -0.75.