Western United battles for an AFC Champions League spot as Sydney FC aims for finals in the A-League Men.

Western United is in a tight race for a coveted spot in the AFC Champions League Elite, currently sitting third in the A-League Men standings. To secure a second-place finish, they must win their remaining two matches while hoping for Melbourne City to falter. However, recent back-to-back losses against Western Sydney Wanderers and Brisbane Roar have put their aspirations in jeopardy.

Sydney FC, positioned sixth, has a chance to clinch a finals spot if both the Bulls and Reds stumble this week. If not, they will need a victory in their upcoming match and a draw in the following one to ensure their playoff berth. Meanwhile, the Wanderers are on the verge of returning to finals football, needing just a draw against Newcastle Jets this Saturday after showing significant improvement in recent performances.

In another pivotal clash, Macarthur FC will face Melbourne Victory on April 25, a crucial penultimate fixture for both teams. The current standings reflect Auckland FC leading with 50 points, followed by Melbourne City with 44 points, and Western United with 41 points. Notably, Sydney FC has been consistent, losing only two of their last 15 matches, while the Newcastle Jets aim to rebound from a disappointing collapse against their rivals after a stunning 6-0 victory in the F3 derby.

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