Match Report
Defeat had followed defeat for Melville United — four in succession. Over the last five, Auckland United had taken 10 of 15 points to Melville United's 3.
Across 5 recorded meetings, Auckland United have 5 wins to Melville United's 0, with 0 draws, at 3.2 goals per meeting. Whoever hosts gains little here: home teams have taken just 40% of the wins in this fixture. Goals tend to flow: 60% of the meetings produced three or more, and both sides scored in 60%.
Goal scorers
Auckland United: Benjamin Wallace (15'), Benjamin Wallace (33'), Jack Beer (66')
Key stats
Possession: Auckland United 59% · Melville United 41% · Total shots: 23-11 · On target: 10-3 · Corners: 9-4