Rockdale Ilinden vs Sydney Utd tips and predictions

Sydney Utd can hold off Rockdale Ilinden

There's not much between Rockdale Ilinden and Sydney Utd in the NPL NSW. The hosts are in first place with 21 points, compared to their opponents who are in third place on 16 points.

The short price for Rockdale Ilinden renders them unbackable. Sydney Utd don't look likely get the job done but they can cause some problems. Building on the strong rearguard performances of both sides, a goalless stalemate is the pick but it's certainly not something to get carried away about.

Both of these sides have looked strong in defence. Having created something of a fortress against pressure, Rockdale Ilinden have conceded only 2 goals in their last 6 matches and Sydney Utd have conceded only 1 goal in their last 4 matches.

In previous matches between these sides 6 of the last 10 have ended with parity.

It's felt that both sides can get in on the act despite the favouritism for Rockdale Ilinden. But with the odds-against price on BTTS No that makes more sense.

Sydney Utd have drawn 4 of their last 9 matches on the road. They drew 0-0 with Sutherland Sharks last week. The price is just a touch too big, and that's why this verdict goes for another draw.