A-LEAGUE points aren't awarded in the betting shop but Australia's bookmakers believe Adelaide United will finally enjoy the taste of triumph against bitter rivals Melbourne Victory on Friday night.
Aurelio Vidmar's men go into the game on the back of a win over Central Coast Mariners while Victory have failed to fire so far this season.
Their striking stocks have been weakened by the departure of Danny Allsopp although there is talk that a certain Mark Viduka could yet be persuaded to ply his trade at Etihad Stadium.
Both TAB Sportsbet and Centrebet have Adelaide as favourites for the Hindmarsh clash with the Reds priced at $2.35 and $2.17. Victory are $2.80 and $3.25.
The draw is $3.30 with TAB and $3.20 with Centrebet.
Elsewhere, Gold Coast United are favourites to see off Central Coast Mariners at Bluetongue (Mariners $3.20, United are $2.10).
Robbie Fowler may have enjoyed a good week but his cracking strike against Sydney isn't enough to convince the bookies that his Fury team will succeed in Wellington. Phoenix are priced at $1.93 with Fury $3.75.
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