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:As the A-League resumes action after the Christmas break, Sydney FC is set to host Melbourne Victory in a crucial match at the Allianz Stadium on Saturday. Melbourne Victory, currently in third place in the league standings, has been in impressive form, having stepped up their performance this season. They recently played out a 1-1 draw against local rivals Melbourne City and will be looking to build on this momentum.

Sydney FC, on the other hand, is in eighth place and has been inconsistent over the past year. The hosts were held to a 3-3 draw by Adelaide United in their previous game and are eager to turn their fortunes around. Melbourne Victory has been unbeaten in their last two matches against Sydney FC, with their previous defeat coming by a narrow 1-0 margin in March 2023.

Melbourne Victory's strong form and Sydney FC's need to improve make this match a significant encounter for both teams. Melbourne Victory is two points behind Auckland FC in the title race and will be keen to close the gap with a victory.

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