Melbourne City will be out to build on their winning momentum when they travel to Coopers Stadium to take on Adelaide United this Saturday night.
After a confident 2-0 victory over Perth, Michael Matricciani’s side faces another stern test, as the gruelling January schedule rolls on.
Here are the key talking points heading into Round 15.
FIRST TIME UP
Saturday’s fixture marks the first meeting between City and Adelaide United this season, one of only two teams City are yet to face in the 2025/26 campaign, alongside Western Sydney Wanderers.
That makes this an exciting new test, especially against an in-form Adelaide side always difficult to face at home. For a City team coming off a strong win in Perth, the opportunity is clear, keep the momentum going with a strong performance in South Australia.
City’s attacking fluidity and ability to control the game against Perth will give the team great confidence, as they look to build on that performance with a strong showing against the Reds.
BUSY SCHEDULE CONTINUES
City are deep in the thick of a demanding stretch, with Saturday’s clash kicking off a three-match week.
After Adelaide, City will return to ctrl:cyber pitch to host Western Sydney Wanderers on Wednesday, followed by Brisbane Roar on Sunday, a tightly packed schedule that comes off the back of a tough road trip from Brisbane to Perth.
It’s a gruelling stretch, but one that could prove season-defining. With every match an opportunity to solidify their place at the top of the table, managing recovery, rotation and consistency will once again be key over the next week.
TESTING CITY’S DEPTH
The demanding schedule has also highlighted the strength of City’s squad, with several players stepping up in recent weeks.
Deven Jackson earned a start against Perth and responded with a player of the match performance, linking brilliantly with Bryleeh Henry and Holly McNamara, who bagged a brace to seal the win.
McNamara’s double took her to 11 goals for the season, further cementing her place atop the Golden Boot standings.
Meanwhile, Chinaza Uchendu is available again after completing concussion protocols, giving Matricciani a welcome selection headache in the attacking third. With form players pushing for minutes, City’s depth could be a decisive factor in navigating this hectic period.
Fixture Details
Ninja A-League: Round 15
Adelaide United v Melbourne City FC
Saturday 31 January, 4:30pm (AEDT)
Coopers Stadium
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