South Melbourne and Hume City face each other on Thursday 02.19.2026, at 08:30 (UK Time), in a Victoria NPL 2026 match. The game will take place at South Melbourne's home ground, the Lakeside Stadium.

Our team of analysts has crafted predictions for the clash between South Melbourne and Hume City, grounded in an in-depth statistical analysis of both sides. We aim to empower bettors with reliable insights, delivering today’s top free betting tip to support smarter, more profitable choices.

APWin predictions for South Melbourne vs Hume City

With odds already defined by leading bookmakers, our specialists have thoroughly reviewed the key match data. Check out our expert prediction below:

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The APWin team has examined the key betting markets and identified the most valuable opportunities.

👉 Our prediction is: Under 2.5 goals in the match

From what they have shown thus far this season, South Melbourne and Hume City both tend to play quite defensive styles and like to keep things tight in midfield.

As a result, we predict the total going under 2.5 goals to be the most attractive betting option for this upcoming match.

👉 Our prediction is: Both teams don't score

It's hard to overlook the part that defence will play in this match. The capable defending of both sides will be tough for opposing offences, which is why it could be a low-scoring affair.

That overwhelming defence is also a great reason to go 'no' on the Both teams to score market.

South Melbourne preview

South Melbourne heads into the match with the following record in the Victoria NPL: in 1 matches, South Melbourne secured 1 victories, 0 draws, and 0 losses, maintaining an average of 3 points per game.

Taking a broader look at South Melbourne's 2026 season, the team has achieved a total of 1 victories so far.

South Melbourne has been effective in the offence, scoring a total of 2 goals, of which 2 were scored in the Victoria NPL, resulting in an average of 2 goals per game.

Individually, the standout performer is , who has found the back of the net 0 times. However, he is not alone in driving the offence. has taken on the role of the team's main playmaker, leading with 0 assists.

On the defensive side, South Melbourne has conceded 0 goals in the Victoria NPL (an average of 0 per game) and 0 goals throughout the entire season, with an average of 0 per match in the 2026 campaign.

Hume City preview

Hume City comes into the game with 1 matches played so far in the Victoria NPL. They have secured 0 victories, 0 draws, and 1 losses, maintaining an average of 0 points per game in the competition.

Across all competitions in the 2026 season, the team has recorded 0 wins, 0 draws, and 1 losses.

Hume City's attack has been highly effective, scoring 1 goals during this period. Of that total, 1 were netted in the Victoria NPL, with an average of 1 goals per game. The overall season average is 1.

Hume City's offensive system is led by , the team's top scorer this season. The has found the back of the net 0 times. He is supported by the team's best assist provider, . The has contributed with 0 assists.

On the defensive side, the team has conceded 3 goals with an average of 3 per game in the championship. For the whole season, the team conceded 3 goals in 1 matches, averaging 3 per match.

Head to head: South Melbourne vs Hume City

Review the head-to-head record between the teams, featuring key data to support your match prediction.

Home Team

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South Melbourne

Australia - Victoria NPL

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall W

3

Home

0

Away W

3

Away Team

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Hume City

Australia - Victoria NPL

Form Last 5 PPG
Overall L

0

Home L

0

Away

0

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Published on 18 February 2026, at 09:10 Last updated on 18 February 2026, at 09:10
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