Adelaide United vs Melbourne Victory predictions, Jan 17, 2026

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In an exciting clash in the Australian A-League, Adelaide United will face off against Melbourne Victory on January 17, 2026. With Adelaide United playing on home turf, they will look to capitalize on their recent form, winning 2 of their last 5 matches. However, they will face tough competition from Melbourne Victory, who have been in stellar form, winning 4 of their last 5 matches.

In terms of bookmakers’ odds, Melbourne Victory have a slight advantage with odds of 2.19 compared to Adelaide United’s odds of 2.93. Our model prediction also leans towards Melbourne Victory, giving them a 43.8% chance of claiming the victory compared to Adelaide United’s 30.5%. A draw is also a possibility with a 25.1% probability based on recent performances.

Both teams have shown their strengths in different areas of the pitch, making this match a fascinating battle to watch. As the odds and predictions suggest a close encounter, the outcome of this match remains uncertain, with both teams having the potential to come out on top.

This preview is generated with the Welcome.Bet AI Insights Engine, combining form data, betting odds, and semantic SEO optimization to deliver relevant match analysis for fans and bettors alike from 2026-01-10T03:52:03+00:00.

Adelaide
31.5%
Draw
26%
Melbourne Victory
42.5%

Prediction (the most likely score): 1:1

Outrights of Australian A-League Melbourne Victory: 12.75%

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Betting Odds

1 X 2
betsson 2.92 3.55 2.22
WilliamHill 2.9 3.4 2.2
Pinnacle 3 3.63 2.23

Latest Results

04.01.26 Adelaide United – Central Coast Mariners – 0:4
27.12.25 Adelaide United – Western Sydney Wanderers – 3:2
20.12.25 Perth Glory – Adelaide United – 0:1
13.12.25 Melbourne Victory – Adelaide United – 2:1
07.12.25 Adelaide United – Brisbane Roar – 0:1
10.01.26 Melbourne Victory – Western Sydney Wanderers – 0:1
02.01.26 Melbourne Victory – Perth Glory – 3:2
29.12.25 Melbourne Victory – Wellington Phoenix – 5:1
20.12.25 Melbourne City – Melbourne Victory – 0:1
13.12.25 Melbourne Victory – Adelaide United – 2:1

Facts

  • This time we’ll see a clash between two mid-table teams (ranked 8 and 6 in the zone Promotion ~ A~League (Play Offs: Quarter~finals)).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Adelaide won 1.
  • Adelaide has had mixed results lately (last 5 games: 2 wins).
  • Melbourne Victory is currently in excellent shape (in the last 5 games, wins – 4).
  • Adelaide may have a physical advantage due to more rest days in recent times.
  • Recently, Melbourne Victory has had a series of home games.
  • Melbourne Victory will hold a modest advantage in this match.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Adelaide won 7 matches, drew 4 matches, lost 9 matches, and goals 27:27. (average 1.4:1.4).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Adelaide won 5 matches, drew 1 match, lost 4 matches, and goals 15:11. (average 1.5:1.1).

    Latest Head To Head

    13.12.25 Melbourne Victory – Adelaide United – 2:1
    29.03.25 Melbourne Victory – Adelaide United – 5:3
    18.01.25 Adelaide United – Melbourne Victory – 3:2
    21.09.24 Melbourne Victory – Adelaide United – 1:0
    09.03.24 Adelaide United – Melbourne Victory – 1:2

    Standings

    2025/26

    Pl W D L Diff Pts
    1 Auckland FC 12 7 3 2 18:11 7 24
    2 Sydney FC 10 6 1 3 15:7 8 19
    3 Macarthur FC 12 5 4 3 14:14 0 19
    4 Brisbane Roar 13 5 3 5 11:12 -1 18
    5 Melbourne City 12 4 5 3 12:10 2 17
    6 Melbourne Victory 12 5 2 5 15:16 -1 17
    7 Newcastle Jets 11 5 0 6 23:23 0 15
    8 Adelaide United 11 5 0 6 16:17 -1 15
    9 Wellington Phoenix 11 4 2 5 17:20 -3 14
    10 Perth Glory 11 4 1 6 12:16 -4 13
    11 WS Wanderers 12 3 3 6 9:14 -5 12
    12 Central Coast Mariners 11 3 2 6 15:17 -2 11

    Australian A-League Outrights

    1. Auckland FC: 3 (27.62%)

    2. Sydney FC: 3.75 (22.1%)

    3. Melbourne City: 6.5 (12.75%)

    4. Melbourne Victory: 6.5 (12.75%)

    5. Macarthur FC: 15 (5.52%)

    6. Brisbane Roar: 21 (3.95%)

    7. Newcastle Jets: 21 (3.95%)

    8. Adelaide Utd: 26 (3.19%)

    9. Perth Glory: 34 (2.44%)

    10. Wellington Phoenix: 34 (2.44%)

    11. Western Sydney Wanderers: 50 (1.66%)

    12. Central Coast: 50 (1.66%)

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