Match Summary
Newcastle Jets defeated Melbourne Victory 3:0. The match was played in A-League 2024. Goals were scored by K. Grozos 90′ (pen.), C. Taylor 4 90′, L. Rose 0 90′. 5 yellow cards were shown. Newcastle Jets had 43% possession while Melbourne Victory held 57%. Newcastle Jets had 10 shots (3 on target) compared to 18 (5 on target) for Melbourne Victory. Newcastle Jets made 3 substitutions, Melbourne Victory made 5. VAR was involved: Penalty confirmed (Lachlan Rose 80′).
Match Events
Key match events between Newcastle Jets and Melbourne Victory — 3 goals and 5 cards recorded during the match.
Penalty
assist: C. M'Mombwa
assist: K. Mizunuma
Match Statistics
Newcastle Jets had 43% possession against Melbourne Victory's 57%. Newcastle Jets registered 10 shots (3 on target) while Melbourne Victory managed 18 (5 on target). Corner kicks: 7–4. Fouls committed: 10–8.
Lineups
Newcastle Jets lined up in a 3-4-2-1 formation under R. Stanton, while Melbourne Victory deployed a 4-2-3-1 under A. Diles.
Squad Ratings
The overall squad rating for Newcastle Jets is 6.93, compared to 6.81 for Melbourne Victory. This metric is derived from each player's average match rating across all league appearances this season — anything above 7.00 is considered strong, while below 6.50 signals inconsistency. Newcastle Jets's highest-rated starter is L. Bayliss (7.14), while Melbourne Victory's best-rated player is Roderick Miranda (6.97).
Attacking Output
The starting XI of Newcastle Jets have contributed 19 goals and 14 assists this season, led by C. Taylor (7G). Melbourne Victory's starters account for 12 goals and 5 assists, spearheaded by Clarismario Rodrigues (5G). Goals reflect clinical finishing and chance creation, while assists highlight the ability to unlock defences through through-balls, crosses, and set pieces.
Defensive Solidity
Newcastle Jets deploy 3 defenders rated 7.00 on average, against Melbourne Victory's 4-man backline averaging 6.79. Higher defensive ratings suggest better positional awareness, fewer individual errors, and a greater likelihood of keeping clean sheets. The rating accounts for tackles won, interceptions, aerial duels, and blocks throughout the season.
Midfield Control
Newcastle Jets field 4 midfielders averaging 6.91, versus Melbourne Victory's 5 rated 6.83. Midfield ratings reflect passing accuracy, interceptions, key passes, and overall control of possession — the team that dominates midfield typically dictates the tempo and territory of the match.
Forward Threat
Newcastle Jets start 3 forward(s) averaging 6.90, compared to 1 for Melbourne Victory averaging 6.79. Forward ratings capture shot accuracy, movement off the ball, dribbling success, and involvement in build-up play — they indicate who carries the greater goal threat on the day.
Passing & Build-Up
Passing accuracy averages 51% for Newcastle Jets and 75% for Melbourne Victory. Higher passing accuracy generally indicates a possession-based style with patient build-up through the thirds, while lower figures may suggest a more direct, counter-attacking approach with long balls and quick transitions.
Discipline
Newcastle Jets's starters have collected 8 yellow cards this season, compared to 13 for Melbourne Victory. Yellow cards reflect how aggressively a team presses and tackles — a high count may indicate a physical, high-pressing style but also risks suspensions and late free-kicks in dangerous areas.
Age & Experience
The average age of Newcastle Jets's starting XI is 23.3 (youngest: C. Taylor (21), oldest: K. Grozos (25)), while Melbourne Victory average 27.4 (youngest: J. Rawlins (21), oldest: A. Traoré (36)). Younger squads typically offer pace, energy, and pressing intensity, while experienced lineups bring composure, game management, and the ability to handle high-pressure moments.
Squad Depth
Newcastle Jets's starters average 15 league appearances each, versus 12 for Melbourne Victory. High appearance counts indicate an established, well-drilled unit that the manager trusts week in and week out. Lower figures may suggest rotation, injuries, or emerging players still earning their place in the team.
Substitutes
Substitutes
Recent Form
In their last 6 matches, Newcastle Jets have recorded 5 wins, 1 draws and 0 defeats. Melbourne Victory show 3 wins, 2 draws and 1 losses from their last 6 outings.
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Head to Head
Newcastle Jets and Melbourne Victory have met 1 times — Newcastle Jets won 1, Melbourne Victory won 0, with 0 draws. Their rivalry dates back to 2025. Newcastle Jets leads the head-to-head with 1 victories from 1 meetings. A combined 7 goals have been scored across these fixtures, averaging 7.00 per match (5 for the home side, 2 for the visitors). Both teams scored in 1 matches (100%). Over 2.5 goals landed in 1 games (100%), making it a fixture that tends to produce goals. The highest-scoring encounter finished 5–2 in 2025.
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Drawn
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Recent Meetings (1)
API data: 15 Mar 2026