Dandenong City and Avondale FC meet today at 11:45 AM with both clubs firmly in the mix for the European places in the NPL Victoria. Just 2 points separate them in the standings.

Dandenong City come into this fixture in good form (3W 1D 1L recently). Avondale FC, meanwhile, arrive in red-hot form (4W from last 5) — actually the better-performing side in recent weeks. Dandenong City head into this on the back of a defeat, while Avondale FC arrive off a win — momentum clearly with the visitors.

Despite playing at home, Dandenong City face a side that has dominated this fixture historically. Avondale FC have won 6 of 10 encounters, with 2 draws. Their last encounter ended in Dandenong City won 1–4.

Verdict: This looks an evenly matched contest. Home advantage gives Dandenong City a slight edge, but Avondale FC are capable of causing problems. A draw would be a fair result.