Auckland FC vs Central Coast Mariners predictions, Jan 23, 2026

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In this upcoming Australian A-League matchup, Auckland FC will face off against Central Coast Mariners on January 23, 2026. Auckland FC comes into this game with a relatively stronger recent form, having won three out of their last five matches. On the other hand, Central Coast Mariners have only managed to secure one win in their last five outings.

When looking at the bookmakers’ odds, Auckland FC is the clear favorite with odds of 1.51 for a home win, compared to Central Coast Mariners’ odds of 5.55 for an away win. Our model prediction also leans towards Auckland FC, giving them a 62.8% chance of victory, while the chances of a draw stand at 21.6% and an away win at 16.2%.

Tactically, Auckland FC will look to capitalize on their recent good form and strong home record, while Central Coast Mariners will aim to disrupt their opponent’s rhythm and look for opportunities to counterattack.

Overall, while Auckland FC may seem to have the upper hand, football is a game of uncertainties, and anything can happen on match day. It will be an intriguing battle between these two teams with contrasting recent performances.

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Auckland 68.7%

Draw 19.3%

Central Coast 12%

Prediction (the most likely score): 2:0

Outrights of Australian A-League Auckland FC: 24.58%

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Betting Odds

	1	X	2
	1.35	4.95	7.9
	1.37	5.28	8.65
	1.53	4	5.5
	1.35	5.29	8.36
	1.32	5	7.5

Latest Results

16.01.26 Melbourne City – Auckland FC – 2:1 09.01.26 Brisbane Roar – Auckland FC – 0:2 05.01.26 Macarthur FC – Auckland FC – 1:1 31.12.25 Auckland FC – Newcastle Jets – 1:3 19.12.25 Western Sydney Wanderers – Auckland FC – 0:2

10.01.26 Perth Glory – Central Coast Mariners – 3:0 04.01.26 Adelaide United – Central Coast Mariners – 0:4 31.12.25 Central Coast Mariners – Brisbane Roar – 1:2 20.12.25 Wellington Phoenix – Central Coast Mariners – 3:1 12.12.25 Central Coast Mariners – Auckland FC – 1:2

Facts

A leader and an outsider will face off in this match (ranked 1 in the zone Promotion ~ A~League (Play Offs: Semi~finals) and 12).

In recent matches, Auckland has shown inconsistent form (last 5 games: 2 wins).

Central Coast has been struggling lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 1).

Recently, Auckland has had a series of away games.

In this match, Auckland is the undisputed favorite.

In the last 3 head-to-head matches, Auckland won 2 matches, drew 1 match, lost 0 matches, and goals 8:4. (average 2.7:1.3).

Including home match between the teams, Auckland won 0 matches, drew 1 match, lost 0 matches, and goals 2:2.

Latest Head To Head

12.12.25 Central Coast Mariners – Auckland FC – 1:2 16.03.25 Auckland FC – Central Coast Mariners – 2:2 28.12.24 Central Coast Mariners – Auckland FC – 1:4

Standings

2025/26

		Pl	W	D	L		Diff	Pts
1	Auckland FC	13	7	3	3	19:13	6	24
2	Sydney FC	11	7	1	3	18:7	11	22
3	Newcastle Jets	13	7	0	6	26:24	2	21
4	Brisbane Roar	14	6	3	5	13:13	0	21
5	Melbourne City	14	5	5	4	14:12	2	20
6	Adelaide United	13	6	1	6	20:20	0	19
7	Macarthur FC	13	5	4	4	14:17	-3	19
8	Melbourne Victory	13	5	2	6	16:18	-2	17
9	Perth Glory	13	5	1	7	16:18	-2	16
10	Wellington Phoenix	12	4	3	5	19:22	-3	15
11	WS Wanderers	13	3	3	7	10:16	-6	12
12	Central Coast Mariners	12	3	2	7	15:20	-5	11

Australian A-League Outrights

1. Sydney FC: 3 (28.67%)

2. Auckland FC: 3.5 (24.58%)

3. Melbourne City: 7 (12.29%)

4. Newcastle Jets: 12 (7.17%)

5. Melbourne Victory: 13 (6.62%)

6. Adelaide Utd: 17 (5.06%)

7. Brisbane Roar: 17 (5.06%)

8. Macarthur FC: 21 (4.1%)

9. Wellington Phoenix: 41 (2.1%)

10. Perth Glory: 50 (1.72%)

11. Western Sydney Wanderers: 65 (1.32%)

12. Central Coast: 65 (1.32%)

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