Football Result

Susan Phonsongkham 12' Pen
Taylor Otto 3', 26'
Bryleeh Henry 6'
Holly Mcnamara 40'
Leticia Mckenna 68'


Verification of the Result Prediction
Win
Draw
Win
24.7%
25.6%
49.7%
That went as expected.
Power Comparison in the League
0.38
0.609
Game Stats
Goals
1
5
Shots on Target
7
8
Shots
16
12
Possession
39.6%
60.4%
Fouls
7
10
Yellow Cards
2
1
Red Cards
0
0
Corners
4
4
Offsides
0
0
Saves
2
6
Team Formations
4-3-3
4-4-2


Location
Sam Kerr Football Centre, Perth, Australia
Attendance
1,402
2025-04-19 | Game Summary

In the Australian A-League Women's match on April 18, 2025, Melbourne City dominated Perth Glory at the Sam Kerr Football Centre, securing a resounding 5-1 victory. The game saw an early flurry of goals, with Taylor Otto scoring twice (3', 26') and Bryleeh Henry adding another for Melbourne City in the 6th minute. Susan Phonsongkham converted a penalty in the 12th minute for Perth Glory, briefly offering a glimmer of hope. However, Holly Mcnamara's goal in the 40th minute extended Melbourne City's lead, and Leticia Mckenna sealed the win with a goal in the 68th minute.
Melbourne City showcased their superior quality with 60.4% possession and 8 shots on target out of 12 total shots, compared to Perth Glory's 7 shots on target out of 16. The AI-powered pre-game prediction correctly anticipated a Melbourne City win, aligning with their higher team rate (0.609) compared to Perth Glory (0.38). The AI model didn't expect a balanced game, which proved accurate.
Melbourne City's recent form has been impressive, with four wins in their last five matches, demonstrating a strong attacking prowess. Perth Glory, in contrast, has struggled, losing three of their last five games. Melbourne City's attacking strategy, reflected in their 4-4-2 formation, overwhelmed Perth Glory's 4-3-3. This victory follows a trend of Melbourne City's dominance in recent head-to-head matches, although Perth Glory has secured a few wins previously, particularly when playing at home. Melbourne City's upcoming matches will be crucial for maintaining their momentum, while Perth Glory needs to address their defensive vulnerabilities. Perth Glory's previous match was a loss to Sydney FC (1-0) and Melbourne City won 4-1 to Newcastle Jets. The result shows that Melbourne City is in better form to face their next opponent. Considering the team's previous performance and their dominance in this game, Melbourne City appears well-prepared for future challenges in the Australian A-League Women.

2025-04-17 | Pre-game insights

On April 18, 2025, Perth Glory will face Melbourne City at the Sam Kerr Football Centre in a highly anticipated Australian A-League Women's match. AI is predicting a Melbourne City victory, giving them a 49.7% win probability compared to Perth Glory's 24.7%. The draw probability stands at 25.6%. Perth Glory's recent form has been inconsistent, with two wins, two losses and one draw in their last five games. Their key player, midfielder Hana Lowry, will need to be at her best to inspire the team. Melbourne City, boasting a strong squad and a recent winning streak, will look to star striker Rhianna Pollicina to lead the attack. City's rate of 0.609 indicates their strength, contrasting with Perth Glory's 0.38. Recent head-to-head history favors Melbourne City, although Perth Glory have proven capable of upsets. The AI prediction points towards a challenging match for the home side.

Estimated Goal Scoring Chance