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A-League In Focus – Central Coast Mariners vs Wellington Phoenix Preview
When? Sunday 31st December, 08:00 (UK)
Where? Central Coast Stadium
What channel is it on? BT Sport 3
Are tickets still available?
Central Coast & Wellington Phoenix - http://premier.ticketek.com.au/shows/show.aspx?sh=CMR1317
Where can I stream the match? BT Sport subscribers can stream the match online via the BT Sport website
HEAD-TO-HEAD
Last five meetings: Central Coast Mariners W2, Wellington Phoenix W3
A-League meetings: Central Coast Mariners W14, Wellington Phoenix W6, D11
All-time meetings: Central Coast Mariners W14, Wellington Phoenix W6, D11
CENTRAL COAST
Predicted line-up: Kennedy; McGing, Baro, Golec, J. Rose; Hiariej, Brama; Hoole, De Silva, Pain; Asdrubal
Unavailable: Glover (Injured)
Doubtful:
WELLINGTON PHOENIX
Predicted line-up: Italiano; Galloway, Durante, Rossi, Doyle; Ridenton, Paracki; Parkhouse, Rufer, McGlinchey; Kaluderovic
Unavailable: Fox (Injured), Watson (Out of favour)
Doubtful:
PREDICTION
Both of these sides are in miserable form right now but it is the Mariners who have more reason to be optimistic. They have been hampered by some unfortunate suspensions and decisions and they will view this game as a match which can get them back on track against the league's worst defence.
MEMORABLE MEETING
The Central Coast Mariners ended 2015 in perfect fashion as a New Years eve fixture paired them with Wellington Phoenix. With Central Coast Stadium as the setting, the Mariners cruised to a 3-1 win to kick-start the end of year celebrations for their supporters.
