Newmarket vs Centenary Stormers - 20/07/24

Newmarket vs Centenary Stormers Prediction & Preview

Preview

The Australia Brisbane Premier League is set to witness an exciting encounter on Saturday, 20th July, as Newmarket hosts Centenary Stormers at McCook Park. This 18th-round clash promises to be a thrilling affair, given the teams' recent form and head-to-head record.

Newmarket, currently sitting third in the league with 33 points, has been in impressive form, boasting three wins, one loss, and one draw in their last five matches. In their previous outing, they thrashed Acacia Ridge 4-0 away from home at Ron Proud Field 1. The team's average of 2.2 goals scored per game, coupled with a sturdy defense that concedes just 1 goal per match, makes them a formidable force.

On the other hand, Centenary Stormers have struggled to find consistency, with only one win and four losses in their last five matches. They suffered a 1-4 defeat at home against Brisbane Knights in their previous game. The visitors average 2 goals scored per game, but their porous defense has been breached 2.8 times on average.

The two teams have a rich history, having played each other five times recently. Newmarket holds the upper hand with two wins, while Centenary Stormers have one win, and there have been two draws. Their last meeting at Sportpark Blikkenburg ended in a thrilling 4-4 draw on 20/04/2024.

Bet

Considering the teams' recent form, head-to-head record, and goal-scoring statistics, I would recommend betting on a Home Win for Newmarket at odds of 1.72. The hosts have been consistent and impressive at home, scoring an average of 2 goals per game while conceding only 1.33. Centenary Stormers' struggles away from home, where they score just 1 goal per game and concede 2.5, make them less likely to cause an upset.

The odds on offer suggest that a Newmarket win is the most probable outcome, making it a relatively safe bet with decent potential winnings.