South Melbourne vs Vanuatu United: Summary, H2H Stats, Lineups & Highlights

As South Melbourne prepare to host Vanuatu United on February 8, 2026, with kick-off at 02:30, this AUSTRALIA AND OCEANIA: OFC Pro League fixture promises high stakes in a tightly contested title race.

South Melbourne, currently 2nd in the standings with 8 points from 4 games, are within reach of the top with 7 points behind. They've earned 0 points from 0 home games this season. Their recent form has been mixed, with 1 win and 2 draws in their last five matches. They've shown a solid defensive record, conceding 4 goals. At the same time, they've displayed a positive attacking record, scoring 9 goals.

Vanuatu United, sitting 6th with 3 points, enter as underdogs but face a tough test on the road, where they've earned 1 points from 3 games this season. Their recent form has been weak, with 2 draws and 1 loss in their last five matches. They've shown defensive issues, conceding 6 goals. At the same time, they've displayed limited attacking output with 5 goals scored.

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In their previous league match against Bula, South Melbourne recorded a 1-1 draw while lining up in a standard formation.

Vanuatu United's last outing came against PNG Hekari, where they secured a 2-2 draw using a standard system.

Looking ahead, South Melbourne are expected to maintain their unknown structure, South Melbourne and Vanuatu United 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: South Melbourne's fixtures have averaged 4.3 goals per game, with 2 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 67% of those matches, alongside 1 clean sheets. Vanuatu United's games average 3.7 goals, with 3 going over 2.5 and both teams scoring in 100% of those matches, alongside 0 clean sheets. With both sides capable in attack, expect a low-scoring affair.

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