Football in Australia, despite competition from other sports such as Australian football and cricket, confidently occupies its niche. The A-League, the country's top division, attracts the attention of fans and betting enthusiasts, especially when it comes to teams with unexpected results. One such team is Western United, a young club founded in 2017 that has already surprised the football world and brought significant winnings to those who dared to bet on it.
Victory over Sydney in April 2025: an away sensation
One of the most memorable matches for betting enthusiasts was the match on 27 April 2025 in the 28th round of the A-League, when Western United faced Sydney away. Before the game, Sydney was considered the clear favourite: the team was in seventh place in the table with 37 points, had been playing consistently well and had home advantage. The odds for a Sydney win on morospin-au.com hovered around 1.75, while the odds for a Western United win were around 3.83. A draw was priced at 4.10, which also attracted attention.
The match began with Sydney pressing hard, creating a dangerous moment in front of Jamie Young's goal in the 10th minute. However, Western United built a solid defence, using a 4-4-2 formation with an emphasis on counterattacks. The key moment came in the 35th minute when Aleksandar Prijovic scored after a precise pass from Connor Payne. In the second half, Sydney increased the pressure, but the reliable play of goalkeeper Young and defenders such as Ben Garuccio allowed them to maintain their narrow lead. The final score was 1-0 in favour of Western United.
Draw with Melbourne City in May 2025: perseverance against the leader
Another memorable match with big wins took place on 24 May 2025 against Melbourne City in the A-League. Melbourne City was in second place in the table at the time with 48 points and was the clear favourite.
The game was played at GMHBA Stadium in Geelong, where Western United traditionally feels confident. The first half ended goalless, although Melbourne City dominated possession (62% to 38%). In the second half, Western United took a surprise lead thanks to a goal by Lachlan Wells in the 55th minute. Melbourne City responded with a precise strike in the 78th minute, leading to a 1-1 draw.
A draw with such high odds was a real gift for those who dared to bet on this outcome. A £5,000 bet could have brought in around £21,000.
A confident victory over Adelaide United in 2025
Another striking example was the game against Adelaide United in March 2025. Western United was in the middle of the table at the time, while Adelaide was fighting for a place in the playoffs. The odds for a home win were around 2.95, reflecting their underdog status.
The match began with a quick goal for Western United in the 12th minute, when Sebastian Pasquali finished off a cross from the wing. Adelaide responded with aggressive attacks, but United's defence, led by Leo Lacroix and Tomoki Imai, held firm. In the 65th minute, Prijovic scored his second goal, setting the final score at 3-2 after a tense finish in which Adelaide managed to reduce the deficit.
This victory brought significant winnings, especially for those who bet on the exact score of 3-2 (odds reached 11.00). For example, a $3,000 bet could have brought in $33,000. The game confirmed Western United's reputation as a team capable of creating sensations.