MLC vs WST Dream11 Prediction

As the A League follows it’s initial stages of the new season, it will be Melbourne City that takes on Western United up next at the Melbourne Rectangular Stadium. Melbourne City FC kicked off their campaign with a resolute 1-0 win over Brisbane Roar, in spite of being down to 10 men at the 70th minute. However, they had to endure a 2-0 defeat to Adelaide United in their next game as they look to return to winning ways. Meanwhile, Western United were involved in a goalless draw to to Adelaide United in their first game of the season. We can expect a cagey affair, considering both teams look to be defensively astute with their approach. With that being said, here is the MLC vs WST Dream 11 Prediction for the upcoming contest.

Date: January 16, Saturday
Kick-Off: 1:40 PM (IST)
Venue: Melbourne Rectangular Stadium

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Melbourne City FC: LWLWL

Western United: WDD

Head to Head
Melbourne City have a perfect record against Western United with four straight wins.

MLC vs WST Prediction | MLC vs WST Starting XI

Melbourne City FC Team News
Injury Report and Unavailability: Scott Jamieson was sent off versus Adelaide United and misses out here. Andrew Nabbout is recovering from a hamstring injury and is unlikely to start.

Expected Changes: Tom Glover should be starting in at goal, while, Michael Marrone, Curtis Good, Rostyn Griffiths and Ben Garuccio could line up in defence. Marco Tilio, Aiden O’Neil and Florin Berenguer are likely to fill in at the midfield region. Craig Noone, Jamie Maclaren and Connor Metcalfe are in contention to lead the attack up front. They can be added to the MLC vs WST Dream 11 Prediction side.

MLC Starting XI (likely)
Tom Glover; Michael Marrone, Curtis Good, Rostyn Griffiths, Ben Garuccio; Marco Tilio, Aiden O’Neill, Florin Berenguer; Craig Noone, Jamie Maclaren, Connor Metcalfe

Western United Team News
Injury Report and Unavailability: No injury concerns

Expected Changes: Filip Kurto should be starting in between the sticks, while, Aaron Calver, Tomislav Uskok and Tomoki Imar could feature in at defence. Connor Pain, Steven Lustica, Victor Sanchez and Dylan Pierias could fill in at midfield region. Alessandro Dimanti, Besart Berisha and Iker Guarrotxena should lead the attack up front.

WST Starting XI (likely)
Filip Kurto; Aaron Calver, Tomislav Uskok, Tomoki Imai; Connor Pain, Steven Lustica, Victor Sanchez, Dylan Pierias; Alessandro Diamanti, Besart Berisha, Iker Guarrotxena

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Both clubs have do have some individual brilliance to rely on, and it could turn out to be an enticing affair. However, the MLC vs WST Today Match Prediction odds suggest the game could end on level terms.

Captain Options
Jamie Maclaren was in sublime form last season and will once again pose a threat here from the Melbourne City camp. Maclaren netted 27 goals from 28 appearances in the previous edition of the A League. He can be included to the MLC vs WST Dream 11 Team.

Craig Noone impressed from the right flank for Melbourne City FC and is expected to start here. Noone netted eight goals from 30 appearances last season.

Differential Picks
Besart Berisha can play a pivotal role in the forward line for Western United. Berisha has bagged 21 goals from 27 appearances in the league this season.

Alessandro Diamanti can pack a punch in the attacking midfield region. Diamanti has netted eight goals from 27 appearances last season for Western Untied.

MLC vs WST Dream11 Teams
Goalkeeper- T Glover
Defenders- R Griffiths, C Good, A Calver, T Imai
Midfielders- C Metcalfe, F Berenguer, C Pain
Forwards- J Maclaren (c), L Wales, B Berisha (vc)