In one of the matches of the 26th round of the Australian championship, Brisbane Roar will host Sydney FC. Can the hosts win and stay in third place?
Brisbane Roar"
Brisbane Roar have won three times in the previous four rounds and are in third position with 40 points. Even a large number of winning games did not help "Brisbane" to finish in the top 2 and start in the playoffs from the semi-finals, as the end of the season was even better for "Sydney", which has four points more before the final round. If Brisbane periodically loses away, then at home it performs more convincingly - 8 rounds without defeats.
"Sydney"
Sydney FC failed to finish the regular season on the first line, finishing in second place. However, this does not prevent him from remaining in the race for the championship title and fighting for its defense. After 25 games, Sydney Fc scored 44 points, which is four less than the first-place Melbourne City. Sydney FC lost only one of the previous twelve matches, and won the last four exclusively. The final round is a formality for Sydney FC, as it will not go anywhere from the second position.
Statistics and figures:
- Brisbane Roar are unbeaten at home for eight rounds;
- Sydney FC have lost one of their last 12 games;
- Brisbane Roar can't beat Sydney FC for five games.
Forecast
Sydney FC doesn't need anything anymore, it has guaranteed itself second place and will start in the playoffs from the semi-finals, but it is desirable for Brisbane to win in order to stay in third place. I believe that the more motivated owners will cope with their task and win.