Weekend A-League Action: Western Sydney vs Western United and Perth Glory vs Wellington Phoenix

The Isuzu UTE A-League Men returns this weekend with Western Sydney Wanderers aiming to bounce back from a 4-1 defeat to Sydney FC as they face off against Western United at CommBank Stadium. Following this match, the Liberty A-League Women takes the spotlight as Perth Glory takes on Wellington Phoenix in the Distance Derby.

Western Sydney Wanderers are eager to respond after their loss in the Sydney Derby and will look to continue their recent dominance over Western United. The Wanderers have won their last three encounters against United without conceding a goal, hoping to maintain this trend to secure a crucial victory.

On the other side, Western United have shown improvement recently, winning two and drawing one of their last four matches. Lachie Wales is set to make his 100th league appearance for the club, as they prepare for upcoming fixtures without young striker Noah Botic due to injury.

In the Liberty A-League Women, both Perth Glory and Wellington Phoenix are in need of a win. Perth Glory has gone eight games without a win, sitting seventh on the ladder and aiming to secure a spot in the finals. Wellington Phoenix, despite their position in tenth, are still within reach of the finals and will look to capitalize on recent form to climb up the ladder.

Mariana Speckmaier of Wellington Phoenix has been in impressive goal-scoring form, netting five goals in her last four matches. Perth Glory will need to tighten up their defense to stop her in this crucial encounter.

As both leagues prepare for action this weekend, fans can stay updated on all the matches’ big moments and statistics through the official match hub on aleagues.com.au. Tune in to witness the excitement and drama as the teams battle it out on the field.

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