NWS Spirit - SD Raiders FC prediction 22 August 2026
NWS Spirit
SD Raiders FC
APIA Leichhardt TigersNWS SpiritMarconi StallionsNWS SpiritMarconi StallionsNWS SpiritNWS SpiritSD Raiders FCManly UnitedNWS SpiritNWS SpiritBlacktown City FCSydney UnitedNWS SpiritNWS SpiritWestern Sydney Wanderers 2University of New South WalesNWS SpiritNWS SpiritSt George SaintsRockdale Ilinden City SunsNWS SpiritNWS SpiritWollongong WolvesSt George City FANWS SpiritNWS SpiritSydney OlympicSydney 2 FCNWS SpiritSutherland SharksSD Raiders FCNWS SpiritSD Raiders FCSD Raiders FCSydney FCAPIA Leichhardt TigersSD Raiders FCSD Raiders FCMacarthur FCSD Raiders FCWestern Sydney Wanderers 2St George SaintsSD Raiders FCSD Raiders FCMarconi StallionsWollongong WolvesSD Raiders FCRochedale RoversSD Raiders FCSD Raiders FCBlacktown City FCManly UnitedSD Raiders FCSD Raiders FCSydney 2 FCSD Raiders FCSt George City FASydney UnitedSD Raiders FCNWS SpiritSD Raiders FCSD Raiders FCNWS Spirit| # | Team | P | W | D | L | Goals | GD | Pts |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 |  APIA Leichhardt Tigers | 30 | 21 | 5 | 4 | 66:35 | +31 | 68 |
| 2 |  Sydney United | 30 | 20 | 4 | 6 | 47:20 | +27 | 64 |
| 3 |  Marconi Stallions | 30 | 19 | 5 | 6 | 50:22 | +28 | 62 |
| 4 |  Sutherland Sharks | 30 | 14 | 4 | 12 | 46:38 | +8 | 46 |
| 5 |  Manly United | 30 | 12 | 8 | 10 | 39:35 | +4 | 44 |
| 6 |  Rockdale Ilinden City Suns | 30 | 13 | 4 | 13 | 48:42 | +6 | 43 |
| 7 | NWS Spirit | 30 | 12 | 5 | 13 | 37:38 | -1 | 41 |
| 8 | SD Raiders FC | 30 | 12 | 5 | 13 | 44:49 | -5 | 41 |
| 9 |  Sydney FC U23 | 30 | 11 | 8 | 11 | 38:43 | -5 | 41 |
| 10 |  Western Sydney Wanderers U23 | 30 | 11 | 5 | 14 | 55:49 | +6 | 38 |
| 11 |  Wollongong Wolves | 30 | 11 | 5 | 14 | 35:43 | -8 | 38 |
| 12 |  St George City FA | 30 | 10 | 7 | 13 | 30:46 | -16 | 37 |
| 13 |  Blacktown City FC | 30 | 8 | 8 | 14 | 41:48 | -7 | 32 |
| 14 |  University of New South Wales | 30 | 9 | 5 | 16 | 38:49 | -11 | 32 |
| 15 |  St George Saints | 30 | 8 | 3 | 19 | 28:55 | -27 | 27 |
| 16 |  Sydney Olympic | 30 | 6 | 5 | 19 | 32:62 | -30 | 23 |
NWS Spirit vs SD Raiders FC Prediction (Aug 22)
The NWS Spirit vs SD Raiders FC prediction for August 22, 2026, points to a tight NPL NSW contest at 07:30 UTC. Based on the latest odds, form, and league positions, NWS Spirit enter the match as the slight favorite with a 45% win probability, while SD Raiders FC hold a 23% chance of an away victory and the draw sits at 32%.
Team Form
NWS Spirit come into this fixture on the back of an inconsistent run, recording two wins and three losses in their last five outings. Their most recent match was an impressive 4-0 away win at Manly United, followed by a 3-1 home success against Blacktown City FC. However, those victories followed defeats to Sydney United (2-0), Western Sydney Wanderers 2 (4-0 at home), and University of New South Wales (3-1).
SD Raiders FC have also posted mixed results: two wins, two defeats, and one draw in the same period. They suffered a 1-0 home loss to Sydney FC in the Australia Cup, then a 3-1 away loss at APIA Leichhardt Tigers. Before that, they drew 0-0 with Macarthur FC, thrashed Western Sydney Wanderers 2 3-0, and beat St George Saints 3-2 on the road.
Head-to-Head Record
The only previous meeting between these sides was a 0-0 draw on May 9, 2026, when SD Raiders FC hosted NWS Spirit. That stalemate leaves the all-time head-to-head record at 0 wins for NWS Spirit, 1 draw, and 0 wins for SD Raiders FC.
League Table Positions
In the NPL NSW overall standings, SD Raiders FC sit 7th with 38 points from 28 games, while NWS Spirit are 8th with 37 points. The home and away splits reveal a clearer picture: NWS Spirit have won 8 of their 14 home matches (24 points), ranking 6th in the home table, whereas SD Raiders FC have collected 17 points from 13 away trips (5 wins, 2 draws), placing 7th in the away standings. NWS Spiritโs strong home form gives them a clear edge for this encounter.
Win Probability: NWS Spirit or SD Raiders FC?
After removing the bookmaker margin from the available odds and adjusting for recent form, head-to-head data, and the home/away factor, the probabilities are:
NWS Spirit win: 45%
Draw: 32%
SD Raiders FC win: 23%
The raw odds implied a home win chance around 43%, but NWS Spiritโs superior home record (8-0-6) and the lack of any away win in the H2H push the hostsโ probability slightly higher. The draw remains a realistic possibility, given the single previous draw and the close overall points tally. SD Raiders FCโs away form (5-2-6) suggests they are capable of taking points, but the numbers firmly back NWS Spirit as the more likely winner.
Odds & Match Prediction
Bookmakers offer a range of 1X2 odds: NWS Spirit are priced between 1.85 and 2.00, the draw between 2.25 and 3.60, and an SD Raiders FC win between 3.40 and 3.60. Based on the stats, the NWS Spirit vs SD Raiders FC prediction backs a home win, but with the draw a very live outcome. The 45% probability gives NWS Spirit the edge, while SD Raiders FCโs chances are limited to 23%.
NWS Spirit vs SD Raiders FC โ FAQ
- Who will win NWS Spirit vs SD Raiders FC?
- NWS Spirit are the most likely winners with a 45% chance. The draw has a 32% probability, and SD Raiders FC have a 23% chance of an away victory.
- What is the win probability for NWS Spirit?
- NWS Spirit have a 45% win probability, based on their strong home form (8 wins in 14 games) and the bookmaker odds, adjusted for team form and head-to-head record.
- When is the NWS Spirit vs SD Raiders FC match?
- The match is on August 22, 2026, at 07:30 UTC. It is an NPL NSW fixture in Australia.
- What are the odds for the match?
- The 1X2 odds range from 1.85 to 2.00 for an NWS Spirit win, 2.25 to 3.60 for the draw, and 3.40 to 3.60 for an SD Raiders FC win.