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On July 30, 2026, South Melbourne FC will host Adelaide United in an intriguing Australian Cup matchup at home. Both teams come into this fixture with positive momentum, making it an exciting contest to anticipate.
South Melbourne has shown resilience, winning 3 of their last 5 matches. Their recent form suggests a well-rounded side capable of capitalizing on home advantage. The team’s tactical approach focuses on solid ball control and quick transition play, which could exploit any lapses in Adelaide’s defensive organization.
Adelaide United, meanwhile, enters the game on a perfect run, winning their last 2 matches. Their tactical strength lies in a dynamic attacking style, supported by a compact midfield that seeks to regain possession swiftly. If they maintain this form, they could pose a significant threat to South Melbourne’s defense.
The bookmakers have placed South Melbourne’s odds at 3.1 for a home win, while Adelaide United is favored with odds of 1.92 for an away victory. With both sides riding waves of confidence, fans can expect a competitive encounter. Ultimately, while South Melbourne may harness the advantage of playing at home, Adelaide United’s recent performances indicate they are ready to challenge for the win.
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| South Melbourne 29.1% |
Draw 23.7% |
Adelaide 47.2% |
Prediction (the most likely score): 1:2
Outrights of Australian Cup South Melbourne: 5.77%
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
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3.11 | 3.74 | 1.96 | |
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3.16 | 4 | 1.96 |
Latest Results
| 18.07.26 South Melbourne FC – Preston Lions – 0:0 10.07.26 Dandenong City SC – South Melbourne FC – 0:2 05.07.26 South Melbourne FC – Dandenong Thunder – 1:0 28.06.26 South Melbourne FC – Green Gully SC – 1:2 19.06.26 Bentleigh Greens – South Melbourne FC – 1:5 |
20.07.26 Playford City Patriots – Adelaide United – 0:2 14.07.26 Cove FC – Adelaide United – 0:5 15.05.26 Adelaide United – Auckland FC – 0:3 09.05.26 Auckland FC – Adelaide United – 1:1 26.04.26 Melbourne City – Adelaide United – 1:2 |
Facts
Standings
Draw
2026
1/16-finals
| 1 | Tigers FC | WS Wanderers | 0 : 2 |
| 2 | Kingborough Lions | Melbourne Victory | |
| 3 | Azzurri United | Macarthur FC | 0 : 3 |
| 4 | APIA Leichhardt | Peninsula | 2 : 1 |
| 5 | South Melbourne | Adelaide United | |
| 6 | Marlin Coast | Brunswick Juventus | 0 : 4 |
| 7 | Rochedale | SD Raiders | 1 : 2 |
| 8 | Weston Bears | Melbourne City | |
| 9 | Bayswater | Sydney FC | 1 : 5 |
| 10 | Maitland | Fremantle City | 1 : 2 |
| 11 | Queensland Lions | Perth Glory | 2 : 1 |
| 12 | Cumberland Utd. | Heidelberg Utd | 0 : 3 |
| 13 | Sydney Utd | Central Coast Mariners | 2 : 1 |
| 14 | FK Beograd | North Sunshine Eagles | 2 : 3 |
| 15 | Preston Lions | Newcastle Jets | 3 : 2 |
| 16 | Sydney Olympic | Brisbane Roar |
Australian Cup Outrights
1. Sydney FC: 5 (12.69%)
2. Adelaide Utd: 6.5 (9.76%)
3. Melbourne Victory: 6.5 (9.76%)
4. Melbourne City: 6.5 (9.76%)
5. Preston Lions: 9 (7.05%)
6. Heidelberg Utd: 9 (7.05%)
7. Western Sydney Wanderers: 9 (7.05%)
8. Macarthur FC: 11 (5.77%)
9. South Melbourne: 11 (5.77%)
10. APIA Leichhardt: 11 (5.77%)
11. Sydney Utd: 15 (4.23%)
12. Brisbane Roar: 15 (4.23%)
13. Queensland Lions: 19 (3.34%)
14. SD Raiders: 41 (1.55%)
15. Sydney Olympic: 50.2 (1.26%)
16. Fremantle City: 50.2 (1.26%)
17. Brunswick Juventus: 50.2 (1.26%)
18. North Sunshine Eagles: 50.2 (1.26%)
19. Weston Workers Bears: 110.2 (0.58%)
20. Kingborough Lions: 130.2 (0.49%)
21. Azzuri: 501 (0.13%)
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