Adelaide United vs Wellington Phoenix Match Summary & Live ScoreMatch Summary & Live Score
1st Half0 - 1
35
M. James
scored for Wellington Phoenix
2nd Half1 - 1
55
L. Jovanovic
scored for Adelaide United
83
C. Piper
was cautioned
83
J. Oluwayemi
was cautioned
On 06 March 2026, Adelaide United face Wellington Phoenix at Coopers Stadium with kickoff scheduled for . This Australia A-League encounter presents another opportunity for both teams to compete and aim for a positive result.
Adelaide United operate with a well-rounded tactical structure.
Wellington Phoenix often look to limit space for opponents.
Recent Form
Adelaide United
DDWWL
Wellington Phoenix
DLLDL
Adelaide United have shown strong momentum, remaining difficult to beat in recent weeks. They remain reliable and consistent in recent games.
In contrast, Wellington Phoenix are struggling badly and picking up very few positive results. If this trend continues, their position may come under threat.
Recent Form Home/Away
Adelaide United (Home)
DWLDW
Wellington Phoenix (Away)
DDLWW
Adelaide United's results have been consistent regardless of playing at home or away.
Wellington Phoenix's strongest performances have come in away fixtures.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet)
Adelaide United
--+--
Wellington Phoenix
-----
Adelaide United have been vulnerable defensively, rarely managing to keep clean sheets. Defensive frailties could be costly.
However, Wellington Phoenix are finding it difficult to shut out their opponents. They will need to tighten things up at the back.
Defensive Record (Clean Sheet) Home/Away
Adelaide United (Home)
-+---
Wellington Phoenix (Away)
---++
Adelaide United's defensive record is consistent both home and away.
A rare pattern, with Wellington Phoenix defending far better away from home.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5)
Adelaide United
--+++
Wellington Phoenix
--+++
Adelaide United's fixtures tend to be attack-minded and lively. Chances tend to be created at both ends.
Likewise, Wellington Phoenix regularly feature in high-scoring games. There is usually a good balance between attack and defence.
Goal Trends (Over 2.5) Home/Away
Adelaide United (Home)
-++-+
Wellington Phoenix (Away)
-++-+
There is little change in goal frequency across venues for Adelaide United.
Wellington Phoenix's matches show a similar goal pattern both home and away.
Scoring Consistency
Adelaide United
+++++
Wellington Phoenix
+--++
Adelaide United show strong attacking consistency, rarely ending matches without a goal. Opponents are under constant pressure when facing their attack.
In contrast, Wellington Phoenix continue to show solid attacking output, with goals coming regularly. Their attacking play remains a key strength.
Scoring Consistency Home/Away
Adelaide United (Home)
+++++
Wellington Phoenix (Away)
+++++
There is little difference in Adelaide United's scoring output across venues.
Wellington Phoenix's scoring record is far stronger away from home.
Match Information
Referee: Jonathan Barreiro
Venue: Coopers Stadium
Adelaide United vs Wellington Phoenix Live Match StatsLive Match Stats
1.8
xG
0.89
66
Ball Posession (%)
34
3
Big Chances
2
0
Cautions
2
19
Shots
14
5
Shots on Goal
5
4
Shots Blocked
3
12
Shots inside Box
7
7
Shots outside Box
7
1
Hit Woodwork
0
9
Fouls
12
9
Corner Kicks
5
18
Throw Ins
13
4
Saves
4
12
Free Kicks
9
3
Offsides
1
527
Passes Total
261
453
Passes Completed
186
160
Passes in the final 3rd Total
67
120
Passes in the final 3rd Completed
44
26
Touches in the Opposition Box
15
14
Tackles Total
20
12
Tackles Completed
15
25
Clearances
41
20
Crosses Total
18
3
Crosses Completed
3
6
Interceptions
10
Adelaide United vs Wellington Phoenix Starting Lineups & FormationsStarting Lineups & Formations
Starting Lineup
22
J. Smits
1
J. Oluwayemi
7
R. Kitto
11
C. Armiento
4
P. Kikiasnis
15
I. Hughes
3
B. Vriends
28
B. Tuiloma
14
J. Barnett
4
M. James
55
E. Alagich
27
M. Sheridan
12
J. Yull
20
R. Najjarine
44
R. White
25
K. Nagasawa
10
J. Muniz
8
P. Retre
19
Y. Dukuly
7
I. Eze
9
L. Jovanovic
3
C. Piper
Adelaide United vs Wellington Phoenix H2H Stats & Previous ResultsH2H Stats & Previous Results