The A-League continues on Sunday, 7 December 2025, with a kick-off scheduled for 08:35 GMT+0. The match will be played at Coopers Stadium (capacity 16,500) in front of what is expected to be a lively home crowd. English referee Ms. Kelly S. Kelly will officiate the game — she is known for a relatively low card count (avg. 3.8 yellows) and an average of 2.71 goals per match this season. This Round 8 clash sees two teams heading in opposite directions meet in South Australia.
BETTING TIPS AND MATCH INSIGHTS
Our Adelaide United vs Brisbane Roar prediction today is built on current form, home/away splits, expected lineups and market movement. The hosts have turned Coopers Stadium into a fortress, while the visitors are still searching for their first away point of the campaign. Below we dive deep into recent results, head-to-head record and the key factors that will decide Sunday’s outcome.
Adelaide United Results
Adelaide United have been excellent at home under Carl Veart this season, winning their last three matches at Coopers Stadium with an aggregate score of 8-1. However, their away form remains a concern. Here are their last five competitive games:
| Date | Competition | Matchup | Result | Adelaide |
| 29.11.2025 | A-League | Wellington vs Adelaide United | 2-1 | L |
| 21.11.2025 | A-League | Adelaide United vs Melbourne City | 4-1 | W |
| 07.11.2025 | A-League | Adelaide United vs WS Wanderers | 2-0 | W |
| 01.11.2025 | A-League | Auckland FC vs Adelaide United | 2-1 | L |
| 27.10.2025 | A-League | Macarthur vs Adelaide United | 2-1 | L |
Three straight home win with 8 goals scored and only one conceded show how dangerous Adelaide are on their own pitch. The three consecutive away defeats (all 1-2) highlight a clear home/away split that sharp bettors are already exploiting.
Brisbane Roar Results
Brisbane Roar have surprised many by staying unbeaten at home (W2 D2) but are yet to pick up a single point on the road this season. Their last five matches:
| Date | Competition | Matchup | Result | Brisbane |
| 28.11.2025 | A-League | Brisbane Roar vs Melbourne Victory | 1-0 | W |
| 23.11.2025 | A-League | Auckland FC vs Brisbane Roar | 1-1 | D |
| 09.11.2025 | A-League | Brisbane Roar vs Newcastle Jets | 3-0 | W |
| 31.10.2025 | A-League | Brisbane Roar vs Melbourne City | 0-0 | D |
| 26.10.2025 | A-League | Wellington vs Brisbane Roar | 2-1 | L |
The Roar are tough to break down at Suncorp, but away from Queensland they look vulnerable — conceding first in all four road games and failing to score in two of them.
Head-to-Head – Adelaide United vs Brisbane Roar (last 5 meetings)
| Date | Competition | Matchup | Result |
| 22.04.2025 | A-League | Brisbane Roar vs Adelaide United | 1-1 |
| 08.03.2025 | A-League | Adelaide United vs Brisbane Roar | 1-1 |
| 23.11.2024 | A-League | Brisbane Roar vs Adelaide United | 2-3 |
| 05.10.2024 | Australia Cup | Adelaide United vs Brisbane Roar | 1-1 |
| 26.04.2024 | A-League | Brisbane Roar vs Adelaide United | 3-4 |
Four of the last five H2H ended Over 2.5 goals and three produced Both Teams To Score — Yes. Adelaide are unbeaten in the last five (W2 D3) and have scored in every single meeting since 2022.
Adelaide United vs Brisbane Roar – Predicted Starting Lineups
Official lineups will be confirmed 60–75 minutes before kick-off, but based on the latest training sessions, press conferences, and rotational patterns from coaches Carl Veart and Ruben Zadkovich, we anticipate these starting XIs. These predictions factor in recent form, injuries, and tactical setups, with Adelaide likely sticking to their high-pressing 4-2-3-1 and Brisbane opting for a counter-attacking 4-3-3.
Adelaide United possible starting lineup
Smits (GK), Kitto (DF), Kikianis (DF), Vriends (DF), Pierias (DF), Dukuly (MF), Duzel (MF), Alagich (MF), Yull (MF), Goodwin (MF), Jovanovic (FW)

Brisbane Roar possible starting lineup
Bouzanis (GK), Salas (DF), Valkanis (DF), Herrington (DF), McGrarry (DF), Vrakas (MF), Stajic (MF), O’Shea (MF), Klein (MF), Vidic (FW), Ruhs (FW)

Key Match Factors & Team News
- Adelaide have no fresh injury concerns; Nestory Irankunda is back available after suspension and expected to start on the wing;
- Brisbane will again be without captain Tom Aldred (knee) and key midfielder Jay O’Shea is doubtful (hamstring) — he has missed the last two away games;
- Adelaide have kept clean sheets in their last three home league games;
- Brisbane have failed to score in 50% of their away matches this season;
- Coopers Stadium pitch is in perfect condition, temperature forecast 27°C and no rain — fast, open game expected;
- Adelaide average 7.3 corners per home game; Brisbane concede 6.8 corners away — corner line looks undervalued;
- The market has moved heavily on Adelaide -0.75 Asian Handicap (from -0.5 to -0.75 in 24 hours) with big volume on Pinnacle;
- Over 2.5 goals has landed in 7 of Adelaide’s last 9 home games against Queensland teams.
Free Tips on Adelaide United vs Brisbane Roar
Sharp bettors who consistently beat the closing line always dig deeper than just looking at the league table. Here are five high-edge, data-backed free tips specifically for this Adelaide United vs Brisbane Roar clash on 07/12/2025 — each one based on verified statistics from the current season and historical trends.
- Exploit the massive home/away split — Adelaide are averaging 2.67 goals scored and 0.33 conceded in their last three home games (xG 2.41 per match), while Brisbane’s away xG is only 0.81 and they have conceded first in 100% of road trips this season. Backing Adelaide on any minus handicap carries significant positive expected value.
- Over 2.5 goals is historically almost automatic — Seven of the last eight competitive meetings between these two produced 3+ goals, and in 2025 alone both H2H league games finished 1-1 and 2-3. Combined with Adelaide’s current home matches (89% Over 2.5), the Over line is mispriced.
- Bet Adelaide to win at least one half — In their last ten home league games, Adelaide have won the first half in six and the second half in eight. Brisbane have trailed at half-time in three of their four away games this season.
- Corners Over is one of the strongest angles in the entire round — Adelaide average 7.3 corners won per home game and force 6.8 against Queensland sides; Brisbane concede 6.8 corners away on average. The line is usually set at 10.0–10.5 — real probability of Over is close to 70%.
- Target BTTS — No or Adelaide to win to nil as a value alternative — Brisbane have failed to score in 50% of away matches and in two of the last three visits to Coopers Stadium. Adelaide have kept three consecutive clean sheets at home, making the 3.10–3.40 range on “Adelaide win & BTTS No” extremely attractive.
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Adelaide United vs Brisbane Roar Match Prediction 2025
Everything points to a comfortable home win. Adelaide are flying at Coopers Stadium, scoring freely and keeping clean sheets, while Brisbane’s away record is one of the worst in the league and they are again missing key players in defence and midfield. The Adelaide United vs Brisbane Roar odds have shortened dramatically on the home win (now around 1.78), yet there is still value on the -0.75 Asian Handicap and on Over 2.5 goals given the historical trend and current team news.
Our Prediction: Adelaide United 3-1 Brisbane Roar
| Prediction Type | Prediction | Odds |
| Match Result | Brisbane Roar | 1.95 |
| Total Goals | Over 2.5 Goals | 1.65 |
| Both Teams To Score | Yes | 1.6 |
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