I waited with this bet until last moment because I wanted to see the latest odds movements and the most possible line ups for today's match up.

Odds on Melbourne slashed down by 0.30 from opening odds on big Asian markets with the highest possible limits and I fully agree with this trend.

Since May 2021 Melbourne won 3 of 4 matches against Western and they won last two matches at this stadium. They have good mental advantage.

Melbourne coming to this game with only one absence - striker Kruse (1 goal in 10 matches) is unavailable today. On the other Western have huge squad problems as they are without two key defenders Pierias and Topor-Stanley, key midfielder Lustica, important midfielder Bayew and team captain Diamanti. It's huge blow for the team and should have very bad impact on their performance today.

Melbourne in overall is better team and on those circumstances I see excellent chances for them to win.