2 : 2
  • 03 May 2025, Auckland City vs Auckland FC II, 0-1, Lose
  • 26 April 2025, Fencibles United AFC vs Auckland City, 1-2, Win
  • 21 April 2025, Auckland City vs Bay Olympic SC, 1-0, Win
  • 18 April 2025, Birkenhead United vs Auckland City, 2-1, Lose
  • 23 March 2025, Manurewa AFC vs Auckland City, 0-1, Win
Auckland City
Home
  • 03 May 2025, Birkenhead United vs Bay Olympic SC, 3-0, Win
  • 26 April 2025, Birkenhead United vs Tauranga City AFC, 0-1, Lose
  • 21 April 2025, Western Springs AFC vs Birkenhead United, 2-3, Win
  • 18 April 2025, Birkenhead United vs Auckland City, 2-1, Win
  • 12 April 2025, West Coast Rangers vs Birkenhead United, 3-3, Draw
Birkenhead United
Away
Northern League
Northern League, New Zealand

In a fiercely contested match in the Northern League, Auckland City and Birkenhead United delivered an enthralling 2-2 draw. Birkenhead United initially dominated, opening the scoring early at 4 minutes and 3 seconds into the first half. This initial momentum was bolstered by their second goal at 28 minutes and 37 seconds, giving them a solid lead of 2-0 by halftime.

Auckland City showed great resilience and tactical acumen in the second half. Their performance improved sharply, reflected through their ability to turn the tide by scoring at 61:08 and equalizing at 86:32. The spike in Auckland City's count of corner kicks, totaling 10 compared to Birkenhead’s 3, indicates their aggressive approach and frequent pressuring of Birkenhead's defense throughout the match.

Discipline became a significant factor affecting team performance. Birkenhead United accrued four yellow cards, with three coming in the second half at crucial moments (58:52, 70:54). This created a defensive vulnerability that Auckland City capitalized on. Auckland's clean record on disciplinary scoresheets suggests superior coordination and mental focus under pressure.

Statistically, the stark contrast in corner kicks and yellow cards implies that Auckland City maintained aggressive ball possession and offensive strategies, while Birkenhead struggled with maintaining discipline, especially under pressure. Hence, these factors were crucial in determining the final draw. This match underscores the importance of maintaining team discipline and exploiting dead-ball opportunities effectively in football betting.

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Form Guide

Lose0-1Auckland City vs Auckland FC II
Win1-2Fencibles United AFC vs Auckland City
Win1-0Auckland City vs Bay Olympic SC
Lose2-1Birkenhead United vs Auckland City
Win0-1Manurewa AFC vs Auckland City
PLAYED
5
WINS
3
GOALS
5:4
GOALS / MATCH
1
  • Auckland City has won three out of its last five matches with a goal difference of 5:4, scoring 1 goals average
Win3-0Birkenhead United vs Bay Olympic SC
Lose0-1Birkenhead United vs Tauranga City AFC
Win2-3Western Springs AFC vs Birkenhead United
Win2-1Birkenhead United vs Auckland City
Draw3-3West Coast Rangers vs Birkenhead United
PLAYED
5
WINS
3
GOALS
11:7
GOALS / MATCH
2.2
  • Birkenhead United has won three out of its last five matches with a goal difference of 11:7, scoring 2.2 goals average

Auckland City H2H Birkenhead United

Away gameAuckland City12Birkenhead UnitedHome gameNorthern League
Away gameAuckland City21Birkenhead UnitedHome gameNational League
Home gameAuckland City31Birkenhead UnitedAway gameNational League
Home gameAuckland City42Birkenhead UnitedAway gameASB Chatham Cup
Away gameAuckland City31Birkenhead UnitedHome gameNorthern League
PLAYED
5
WINS
4
GOALS
13:7
GOALS / MATCH
2.60
  • In the last five matches that these two sides meet, Auckland City overtook Birkenhead United four times
  • Auckland City won four times, lost once
  • Teams played five times head-to-head in the current season with the goals score 13:7; average goals per match – 2.60
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