SYDNEY, Australia (Interstat) — Sydney looks to solidify its position in the A-League Men standings when it hosts a struggling Brisbane Roar side on Saturday.

The match at Allianz Stadium is a crucial fixture for both clubs as the Australian top-flight season moves into its final months. Sydney enters the contest following a 1-1 home draw with Auckland FC on Tuesday, a result that extended its current unbeaten run to two matches. Prior to that, Sydney fell 2-1 to Adelaide United on Feb. 14.

Brisbane Roar arrives after grinding out a 1-1 road draw against Melbourne Victory last Saturday. That point snapped a two-match losing streak in league play, but form has been inconsistent. The Roar have just one win in their last five A-League matches, a 4-2 victory over Heidelberg United in the Australia Cup on Feb. 8 sandwiched between domestic losses.

Recent history underscores the challenge for the visitors. Brisbane’s defense has been porous, conceding three or more goals in three of its last five league outings, including a 4-1 loss to Newcastle Jets on Jan. 31. Overall, the Roar have managed only two wins in their last ten matches across all competitions.

Sydney’s form at home has been mixed, with a dominant 4-1 derby win over Western Sydney Wanderers on Jan. 31 followed by a 4-0 loss to Melbourne Victory. They will view this match as a prime opportunity to secure three points against a team they will face again in a return fixture on April 2.

According to Interstat’s game simulator, Sydney is projected to secure a 2-1 victory. The model likely factors in Sydney’s home advantage and Brisbane’s defensive struggles on the road.

Key for Sydney will be converting chances after being held scoreless in three of its last six matches. Brisbane will aim to build on the resilience shown in Melbourne and find a rare away win to climb the table.

Kickoff is set for 7:45 p.m. local time (0845 GMT) on Saturday, Feb. 21.