Central Coast Mariners vs Newcastle Jets: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Central Coast Mariners prepare to host Newcastle Jets on February 28, 2026, with kick-off at 07:00, this AUSTRALIA: A-League fixture promises an intriguing contest.

Central Coast Mariners, currently 11th in the standings with 19 points from 16 games, trail the leaders by 14 points. They've earned 9 points from 8 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 2 draws and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 6 goals.

Newcastle Jets, sitting 1st with 33 points, enter as favorites but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 21 points from 9 games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 5 wins in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 16 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Central Coast Mariners and Newcastle Jets have favored Central Coast Mariners, with Central Coast Mariners claiming victory in their most recent clash (3-2). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Brisbane Roar FC, Central Coast Mariners recorded a 2-1 victory while lining up in a 5-4-1 formation. Their starting XI featured Redmayne, Mauragis, Tapp, Donachie, Roux, Ngor, Steele, Donnell, Auglah, Lavale, Di Pizio. The structure prioritized compactness, making it difficult for opponents to find space between the lines.

Newcastle Jets's last outing came against Perth Glory, where they secured a 3-1 victory using a 4-2-3-1 system. Their starting XI featured Delianov, Wilmering, Natta, Shaughnessy, Bertolissio, Bayliss, Burgess, Adams, Dobson, Taylor, Rose. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.

Looking ahead, Central Coast Mariners are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Central Coast Mariners and Newcastle Jets are expected to use their standard structures. The contest is set to revolve around midfield control, pressing efficiency, and how effectively each side manages transitions between defense and attack.

Goal trends from the last ten games across all competitions suggest plenty of goals: Central Coast Mariners's fixtures have averaged 3 goals per game, with 8 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 70% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Newcastle Jets's games average 4.2 goals, with 8 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 80% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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