Sydney 2 FC - Rockdale Ilinden City Suns prediction 21 August 2026
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Rockdale Ilinden City SunsSydney OlympicSydney 2 FCSydney 2 FCRockdale Ilinden City SunsSydney 2 FCSt George City FASutherland SharksSydney 2 FCBlacktown City FCSydney 2 FCSt George SaintsSydney 2 FCSydney 2 FCManly UnitedAPIA Leichhardt TigersSydney 2 FCUniversity of New South WalesSydney 2 FCSD Raiders FCSydney 2 FCSydney 2 FCSydney UnitedWollongong WolvesSydney 2 FCMarconi StallionsSydney 2 FCSydney 2 FCNWS SpiritSydney 2 FCWestern Sydney Wanderers 2Rockdale Ilinden City SunsUniversity of New South WalesSydney 2 FCRockdale Ilinden City SunsRockdale Ilinden City SunsWollongong WolvesSt George City FARockdale Ilinden City SunsRockdale Ilinden City SunsManly UnitedRockdale Ilinden City SunsSutherland SharksSt George SaintsRockdale Ilinden City SunsSydney UnitedRockdale Ilinden City SunsRockdale Ilinden City SunsNWS SpiritAPIA Leichhardt TigersRockdale Ilinden City SunsSydney OlympicRockdale Ilinden City SunsRockdale Ilinden City SunsSD Raiders FCBlacktown City FCRockdale Ilinden City SunsMarconi StallionsRockdale Ilinden City SunsAPIA Leichhardt TigersRockdale Ilinden City SunsSydney 2 FCRockdale Ilinden City SunsRockdale Ilinden City SunsSydney 2 FCSydney 2 FCRockdale Ilinden City SunsRockdale Ilinden City SunsSydney 2 FC| # | 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 |
Sydney 2 FC vs Rockdale Ilinden City Suns Prediction (Aug 21)
Sydney 2 FC vs Rockdale Ilinden City Suns prediction for the NPL NSW match on August 21, 2026. The match kicks off at 09:30, and bookmakers see Rockdale Ilinden City Suns as the clear favorite. Our win probability analysis gives the visitors a 45% chance of winning, with a draw at 35% and a Sydney 2 FC victory at 20%.
Team Form
Sydney 2 FC have gone five matches without a win, recording three draws and two losses. Their last five results: L, D, L, D, D. They lost 0-2 at home to St George City FA, drew 1-1 away at Sutherland Sharks, lost 2-4 away to Blacktown City FC, and then played back-to-back goalless draws against St George Saints (away) and Manly United (home). Scoring just one goal in that period highlights a lack of attacking threat.
Rockdale Ilinden City Suns have posted L, L, D, L, W in their last five outings. They fell 1-2 at home to Wollongong Wolves, lost 0-1 away at St George City FA, drew 1-1 at home with Manly United, and suffered a 1-3 home defeat to Sutherland Sharks. The one bright spot was a commanding 6-1 away win over St George Saints. Despite the inconsistency, that result shows the visitors can be explosive.
Head-to-Head Record
In the last three meetings, Rockdale Ilinden City Suns have dominated with two wins and one draw, while Sydney 2 FC are still searching for a victory. The most recent clash on May 10, 2026, ended 3-0 to Rockdale. The fixture on August 31, 2025, finished 2-2, and the one before that on May 18, 2025, saw Rockdale win 2-1. The head-to-head record strongly favors the away side.
League Table Positions
Rockdale Ilinden City Suns sit 5th in the overall NPL NSW standings with 40 points from 28 games (12 wins, 4 draws, 12 losses). Sydney 2 FC are not in the top 12 of the league table, indicating a lower position. The gap in points and rank underlines the visitorsโ advantage coming into this match.
Win Probability: Sydney 2 FC or Rockdale Ilinden City Suns?
We calculated the win probabilities by taking the inverse of the average odds (home 3.95, draw 2.33, away 2.13) and normalizing to remove the bookmaker margin. The base probabilities were: Sydney 2 FC 21.95%, draw 37.27%, Rockdale Ilinden City Suns 40.78%. We then adjusted these for recent form, the head-to-head record, and league positions. The final probabilities are: Sydney 2 FC win 20%, draw 35%, Rockdale Ilinden City Suns win 45%. The visitors are the more likely winners, but the draw remains a strong possibility.
Odds & Match Prediction
Bookmakers are offering odds around 3.95 for a home win, 2.33 for the draw, and 2.13 for an away win. These prices reflect Rockdale Ilinden City Suns as the favorite. Based on the stats, the most likely outcome is an away win for Rockdale, though the draw odds are also attractive. Our prediction is Rockdale Ilinden City Suns to win, but a tight contest is expected.
Sydney 2 FC vs Rockdale Ilinden City Suns โ FAQ
- Who will win Sydney 2 FC vs Rockdale Ilinden City Suns?
- Rockdale Ilinden City Suns are the favorites with a 45% win probability, while Sydney 2 FC have a 20% chance and a draw is at 35%. Based on the odds, head-to-head record, and league table, Rockdale are the most likely winners.
- What is the win probability for Rockdale Ilinden City Suns?
- The win probability for Rockdale Ilinden City Suns is 45%. This is derived from the betting odds, their dominant head-to-head record (2 wins, 1 draw in the last three meetings), and their higher league position.
- When is the Sydney 2 FC vs Rockdale Ilinden City Suns match?
- The match is on August 21, 2026, at 09:30. It is an NPL NSW fixture in Australia.
- What are the odds for the match?
- Bookmakers have set odds around 3.95 for a Sydney 2 FC win, 2.33 for a draw, and 2.13 for a Rockdale Ilinden City Suns win. These reflect the visitors as the clear favorite.