Macarthur vs Perth Glory at Campbelltown Stadium on Sunday, November 30, 2025, in an A-League Men Round 5 fixture.
Both Australian A-League clubs aim to build momentum in the early 2025-26 season campaign, with Macarthur seeking consistency after a mixed start, while Perth Glory looks to maintain form against one of the league’s traditionally strong sides.
This encounter represents a crucial opportunity for both teams to accumulate points and establish early-season positioning ahead of the congested fixture calendar.
Macarthur vs Perth Glory – Date, Time, Predictions, and More
- Tournament: A-League Men 2025–26 (Round 5)
- Match Date: Sunday, November 30, 2025
- Kickoff Time:
- Australia (AEDT): 2:00 PM
- USA (East Coast): 8:00 PM ET (Saturday, November 29)
- USA (West Coast): 5:00 PM PT (Saturday, November 29)
- Europe: 1:00 AM GMT (Sunday, November 30) / 2:00 AM CET
- Venue: Campbelltown Stadium, Macarthur, New South Wales (Capacity: 30,059)
- Recent Form (Last 5 Matches):
- Macarthur FC: W–D–L–W–L (2 Wins, 1 Draw, 2 Losses)
- Perth Glory: W–W–D–L–W (3 Wins, 1 Draw, 1 Loss)
Team Form & Recent Performance – Macarthur vs Perth Glory
Macarthur FC have produced a mixed start to the 2025–26 campaign under manager Mile Sterjovski, showing flashes of attacking threat but also defensive inconsistency.
The Bulls recorded a notable 2–1 league win over Adelaide United on October 27 and followed up with a 2–1 victory over Tai Po in AFC Champions League Two, illustrating their ability to score in key moments.
Key attacking names to watch include Jed Drew, Chris Ikonomidis and Harry Sawyer, while Luke Vickery has also made decisive contributions off the bench. Macarthur’s results so far suggest a team capable of high points but still ironing out organisation at the back.
Perth Glory sit further up the early table and arrive with momentum after a 2–1 away win at Newcastle Jets, a match that underlined their recent resilience on the road.
The club has had off-field churn: head coach David Zdrilic was relieved of his duties late in October, leaving the squad under interim care while the board searches for a permanent replacement.
Players who have stood out in early rounds include Tom Lawrence (recent match scorer) and midfielders such as Nicholas Pennington, with the team showing better defensive cohesion than some early rivals. Expect Perth to be compact and organised, especially on transitions.
Tactical contrast & key angle: Macarthur will look to use Campbelltown’s atmosphere and their attacking young forwards to stretch the game, while Perth’s recent away win and improved defensive shape make them a tough travelling side.
This matchup, therefore, pits Macarthur’s home attacking intent against Perth’s structure and game management — the outcome will likely hinge on which side wins the midfield battle and how each defends set-pieces.
Last 5 Matches & Results Summary
| Team | Win–Draw–Loss Record |
|---|---|
| Macarthur FC | 2W–1D–2L |
| Perth Glory | 3W–1D–1L |
Head-to-Head Record – Macarthur vs Perth Glory
Perth Glory hold a slight historical advantage over Macarthur FC in their A-League rivalry:
- All-time meetings (since Macarthur’s 2021 entry): Perth have won 4 matches, Macarthur have won 2, with 2 draws across their recent encounters
- 2024-25 season results: Teams split their two meetings with mixed results
- Home advantage factor: Both teams are strong on their home turf, with records that favor possession-focused play.
Overall Head-to-Head Record
- Overall recent record between the clubs: Macarthur have been dominant — 7 wins, 2 losses, 3 draws in recent history.
- In their last 6 encounters, Macarthur won 3, Perth Glory won 2, and 1 was drawn.
- That suggests Macarthur have the upper hand historically when these two meet.
Macarthur vs Perth Glory Predicted Lineups
Based on recent line-ups and typical formations used by both clubs:
Macarthur FC Starting XI (4-3-3):
- Glover (GK); Zimarino, Rowles, Jovanovic, Nab; Weiss, Davila, Rojas; Boyle, Drew, Tilio
Perth Glory Starting XI (4-3-3):
- Redmayne (GK); Lowry, Ridenton, Edmundson, Grant; Poland, Ntattha, Arzani; Borrello, Sotirio, Geria
Key Players to Watch
Macarthur FC:
- Macarthur FC
- Alex Robinson — Goalkeeper; part of the 2025–26 squad.
- Filip Kurto — Another goalkeeping option; listed in the 2025–26 roster.
- Matthew Jurman — Defender; part of the first-team roster list.
- Ivan Vujica — Defender; appears in squad listing.
- Walter Scott — Defender/fullback; confirmed as a squad member.
- Jake Hollman — Midfielder (or winger), part of current squad — reliable attacking midfield option.
Perth Glory:
- Cameron Cook — Goalkeeper in the 2025–26 squad.
- Mark Birighitti — Another goalkeeper listed for the current season.
- Adam Taggart — Forward for Perth Glory; experienced striker option.
- William Freney — Midfielder/Young talent in the 2025–26 roster, may offer youth and energy.
- Trent Ostler — Midfielder included in squad list.
- Nikola Mileusnic — Forward / attacking option, listed in the squad and relevant for attacking setups.
Match Prediction
Macarthur FC to win. Their home form, historical advantage over Perth Glory, and current momentum give them a good shot.
- Perth Glory 1–1 Macarthur FC
Perth’s strong form and solid defensive setup hint they’ll dominate possession and craft good chances, but Macarthur’s home advantage at Campbelltown and the attacking spark from Davila-Rojas should pose enough danger to earn a draw.
With both sides boasting attacking talent yet showing early-season inconsistency, this one looks set to be a tight, evenly matched contest.
How to Watch Macarthur vs Perth Glory
| Region | Broadcaster | Time |
|---|---|---|
| Australia | 10Play / Paramount+ | 2:00 PM AEDT |
| USA | ESPN+ | 8:00 PM ET (Sat) |
| Europe | Streaming services | 2:00 AM CET (Sun) |