Newcastle Jets vs Wellington Phoenix: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As Newcastle Jets prepare to host Wellington Phoenix on January 23, 2026, with kick-off at 09:35, this AUSTRALIA: A-League fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

Newcastle Jets, currently 4th in the standings with 18 points from 12 games, are within reach of the top with 6 points behind. They've earned 6 points from 6 home games this season. Their recent form has been strong, with 4 wins and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 7 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 12 goals scored.

Wellington Phoenix, sitting 10th with 15 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 5 points from 5 games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 2 wins, 1 draw and 2 losses in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 11 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a strong attacking output with 10 goals scored.

Recent meetings between Newcastle Jets and Wellington Phoenix have favored Wellington Phoenix, with Wellington Phoenix claiming victory in their most recent clash (3-1). Recent clashes between the two teams have been closely contested.

In their previous league match against Western Sydney, Newcastle Jets recorded a 2-1 victory while lining up in a 4-4-2 formation. Their starting XI featured Delianov, Wilmering, Natta, Shaughnessy, Bertolissio, Burgess, Taylor, Bayliss, Dobson, Adams, Rose. This setup relied on discipline and work rate to maintain structure while exploiting wide areas.

Wellington Phoenix's last outing came against Adelaide United, where they secured a 2-2 draw using a 4-2-3-1 system. Their starting XI featured Mccarron, Hughes, James, Sheridan, Kelly-Heald, Nagasawa, Rufer, Najjarine, Payne, Piper, Eze. A double pivot offered defensive protection while the attacking midfielder linked play between lines.

Looking ahead, Newcastle Jets are expected to maintain their unknown structure, Newcastle Jets and Wellington Phoenix 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: Newcastle Jets's fixtures have averaged 3.3 goals per game, with 7 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 60% of those matches, alongside 2 clean sheets. Wellington Phoenix's games average 3.4 goals, with 8 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 80% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect goals at both ends.

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