Wollongong Wolves U20 - Raiders U20 prediction 18 July 2026
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| 1 |  APIA Leichhardt Tigers U20 | 23 | 19 | 2 | 2 | 57:19 | +38 | 59 |
| 2 |  Sydney United U20 | 23 | 15 | 5 | 3 | 74:32 | +42 | 50 |
| 3 |  NWS Spirit FC U20 | 23 | 14 | 3 | 6 | 54:36 | +18 | 45 |
| 4 |  Manly United U20 | 24 | 13 | 3 | 8 | 50:33 | +17 | 42 |
| 5 |  Marconi S. U20 | 23 | 11 | 5 | 7 | 41:24 | +17 | 38 |
| 6 |  Sydney FC U20 | 24 | 10 | 8 | 6 | 52:40 | +12 | 38 |
| 7 | Wollongong Wolves U20 | 23 | 10 | 7 | 6 | 47:40 | +7 | 37 |
| 8 | Raiders U20 | 23 | 10 | 3 | 10 | 38:45 | -7 | 33 |
| 9 |  Western Sydney Wanderers U20 | 23 | 9 | 2 | 12 | 44:52 | -8 | 29 |
| 10 |  Blacktown City U20 | 23 | 9 | 2 | 12 | 40:56 | -16 | 29 |
| 11 |  Sutherland Sharks U20 | 23 | 8 | 4 | 11 | 42:43 | -1 | 28 |
| 12 |  UNSW University of New South Wales U20 | 23 | 7 | 6 | 10 | 46:59 | -13 | 27 |
| 13 |  St George City U20 | 23 | 7 | 5 | 11 | 47:59 | -12 | 26 |
| 14 |  Rockdale Ilinden City Suns U20 | 23 | 7 | 5 | 11 | 32:44 | -12 | 26 |
| 15 |  St George Saints U20 | 23 | 1 | 6 | 16 | 31:68 | -37 | 9 |
| 16 |  Sydney Olympic U20 | 23 | 0 | 4 | 19 | 22:67 | -45 | 4 |
Raiders U20 vs Wollongong Wolves U20 Prediction (Jul 18)
Our Raiders U20 vs Wollongong Wolves U20 prediction for the NPL NSW U20 match on July 18, 2026, gives the away side a 40% win probability. The game kicks off at 06:00 UTC, and bookmakers view this as a closely matched contest. Based on recent form, head-to-head record, and league standings, Wollongong Wolves U20 enter the match as the more likely winner.
Team Form
Raiders U20 are struggling for victories, with their last five results reading L, L, D, D, D. They suffered a 1-2 home loss to Blacktown City U20 on July 11 and a 0-1 away defeat at Manly United U20 on July 4. Three consecutive draws followed against St George City U20 (2-2), Sydney United U20 (2-2), and Rockdale Ilinden City Suns U20 (2-2).
Wollongong Wolves U20 show much stronger form: W, W, L, D, W in their last five. They recorded a stunning 5-0 away win at Sydney Olympic U20 on July 11 and a 5-1 home victory over St George City U20 on July 5. A heavy 1-7 loss at NWS Spirit FC U20 on June 27 is the only blemish, followed by a 1-1 home draw with APIA Leichhardt Tigers U20 and a 1-0 away win at Marconi Stallions U20.
Head-to-Head Record
These teams have met only once before, on April 4, 2026. Wollongong Wolves U20 won that encounter 2-1 away from home. The head-to-head record stands at 0 wins for Raiders U20, 0 draws, and 1 win for Wollongong Wolves U20.
League Table Positions
In the overall NPL NSW U20 standings, Wollongong Wolves U20 sit 7th with 37 points (10 wins, 7 draws, 6 losses), while Raiders U20 are 8th with 33 points (10 wins, 3 draws, 10 losses). At home, Raiders U20 rank 6th with 22 points from 13 matches (7 wins, 1 draw, 5 losses). Wollongong Wolves U20 are 4th in the away table with 20 points from 13 away games (6 wins, 2 draws, 5 losses). The visitors hold a slight edge in both overall and away form.
Win Probability: Raiders U20 or Wollongong Wolves U20?
After analyzing all available data, we calculate the following win probabilities: Raiders U20 have a 28% chance of winning, the draw is at 32%, and Wollongong Wolves U20 have a 40% chance. The odds implied a very even match, but the adjustment reflects Raiders U20's winless run of five games and Wollongong's three wins in their last five, plus the only head-to-head victory for the away side. Home advantage is not enough to offset the form gap.
Odds & Match Prediction
Bookmakers offer odds around 2.62 for a Raiders U20 home win, 2.50 for the draw, and 3.00 for a Wollongong Wolves U20 away win. The market sees the draw as the most likely single outcome, but our deeper analysis points to an away victory. Based on the stats, Wollongong Wolves U20 are the value pick to win this match.
Raiders U20 vs Wollongong Wolves U20 — FAQ
- Who will win Raiders U20 vs Wollongong Wolves U20?
- Wollongong Wolves U20 are the more likely winners with a 40% probability. Raiders U20 have a 28% chance, and the draw is at 32%. This is based on recent form, head-to-head record, and league positions.
- What is the win probability for Wollongong Wolves U20?
- Wollongong Wolves U20 have a 40% chance of winning. Their strong recent form (three wins in five matches) and the only previous head-to-head victory give them the edge over a Raiders U20 side without a win in five outings.
- When is the Raiders U20 vs Wollongong Wolves U20 match?
- The match is on July 18, 2026, at 06:00 UTC. It is an NPL NSW U20 fixture in Australia.
- What are the odds for the match?
- The 1X2 odds are around 2.62 for a Raiders U20 home win, 2.50 for a draw, and 3.00 for a Wollongong Wolves U20 away win. These odds reflect a tight contest according to the bookmakers.