Preview: Central Coast Mariners Host Brisbane Roar in A-League New Year’s Eve Clash

SYDNEY (Interstat) — The final A-League Men match of 2025 will see the Central Coast Mariners host Brisbane Roar on Wednesday in a matchup of teams seeking momentum after recent setbacks.

The New Year’s Eve contest at Central Coast Stadium in Gosford will close the year for both clubs. The Mariners (3-2-5) enter on a three-match losing streak across all competitions, most recently a 3-1 away defeat to Kampong Speu Province on Dec. 20. Their last league victory was a 1-0 win at Perth Glory on Nov. 7.

Brisbane Roar (4-4-2) saw a four-match unbeaten run in league play snapped with a 2-1 loss at Macarthur on Dec. 19. Prior to that, Ross Aloisi’s side had taken 10 points from a possible 12, including wins over Adelaide United and Melbourne Victory. Their form on the road has been solid, with only one loss in their last five domestic away fixtures.

A statistical projection by Interstat forecasts a 1-1 draw for Wednesday’s encounter. The teams will meet again in Brisbane on Feb. 7.

The Mariners’ attack, which has scored multiple goals in just two of their last ten outings, will face a Brisbane defense that has kept three clean sheets in its last five A-League matches. Conversely, Central Coast’s defense has conceded two or more goals in five of their last six matches across all competitions.

History adds intrigue to the fixture. In their most recent meeting last season, Brisbane secured a 2-1 victory at Central Coast Stadium in February.

Following this match, both teams face quick turnarounds. The Mariners travel to face Adelaide United on Jan. 4, while Brisbane hosts Kampong Speu Province on Jan. 3.

Wednesday’s match is scheduled for a 7:45 p.m. local time kickoff (0845 GMT).