Victoria Premier League 1 Standings & Stats

The Victoria Premier League 1 2026 season is underway in Australia, featuring 29 teams battling across a full campaign. After 19 matchdays, Northcote City sits at the top of the table with 39 points, holding a narrow lead in a fiercely competitive title race.

Victoria Premier League 1 Table

The top of the standings is extremely tight. Northcote City (39 points) leads by just one point over Melbourne Knights (38 points), while Brunswick Zebras (36 points) remain in striking distance. Melbourne Victory 2 (30 points) and Bulleen Lions (29 points) are further back but still in contention for high finishes. The league’s depth is reflected in the fact that only three points separate first from third, promising a dramatic second half of the season.

Favorites & Title Chances

Based on current points, goal difference, and recent results, the title probabilities are estimated as follows:

• Northcote City – 45%: The leaders have 12 wins and a +15 goal difference, but a recent 2-3 loss to MSF Melbourne Srbija Firma/Fitzroy City shows vulnerability.
• Melbourne Knights – 40%: With 12 wins and a superior +18 goal difference, the Knights are in excellent form after a 3-1 victory over Bulleen Lions and are only one point behind.
• Brunswick Zebras – 10%: The Zebras have 12 wins but a lower goal difference (+9) and are three points off the pace. Their 7-2 thrashing of Brunswick City keeps them in the hunt.
• Other contenders – 5%: Teams like Melbourne Victory 2 and Bulleen Lions would need a near-perfect run to close the gap.

The title race is expected to remain wide open, with head-to-head clashes likely to decide the champion.

Season Stats

Key statistical highlights from the 2026 season so far:

• Average goals per game: 3.24 (across 244 finished events).
• Most successful team historically: Bentleigh Greens.
• Last season’s winner: Bentleigh Greens.

The high goal average underlines the attacking nature of the league, with several matches producing high-scoring results.

Victoria Premier League 1 Match Predictions

Our match predictions are generated by analyzing team form, statistical trends, head-to-head records, and betting odds. For every fixture, we provide outcome probabilities to help fans and bettors make informed decisions. The upcoming match on July 11 between MSF Melbourne Srbija Firma/Fitzroy City and Manningham United Blues is a prime example – our experts will assess both sides’ recent performances (MSF won 3-2 last time out) to deliver a detailed prediction. Check back regularly for updated forecasts as the season progresses.