We’ve got a Friday night double-header with two huge contests: Geelong take on the Bulldogs, while we get another chapter of the Battle of the Bridge.
Geelong Cats vs Western Bulldogs
The Cats host the Bulldogs at GMHBA Stadium, where these two have produced some classics in recent years. Can the Dogs bounce back from a disappointing loss to Hawthorn?
Leg 1 - Western Bulldogs +10.5
The Bulldogs have a strong recent record at GMHBA, winning two of their last three at the venue dating back to 2021.
Geelong haven’t been overly convincing in night games at home either, going 6-4 from their last ten and covering the line just twice in their last 11 night games at the ground.
This looks closer than the market suggests.
Leg 2 - Oliver Henry 1+ Goals
Oliver Henry has quietly put together a strong start to the season, kicking a goal in all four games he’s played.
Despite inconsistent roles last year, he’s now kicked at least one goal in 11 of his last 12 games, showing a strong scoring floor.
Sydney Swans vs GWS Giants
The Battle of the Bridge. Sydney have won seven of the last nine, but GWS took last year’s clash with a huge second half. Can they do it again?
Leg 3 - Under 180.5 Points
This is a big total for a night game, and recent history suggests it’s too high.
The last three meetings between these sides have gone under, while GWS’ last six night games and five of Sydney’s last seven at night have also stayed under.
Expect a controlled, pressure-heavy contest.
Leg 4 - Finn Callaghan 25+ Disposals
With James Jordan likely to go to one of Whitfield or Ash, Finn Callaghan should again find plenty of the ball.
He’s averaging 31.4 disposals this season, hitting 25+ in all five games and now in nine straight.
