Optus Stadium will play host to Friday's Round 21 AFL game between West Coast Eagles and Gold Coast Suns. The game kicks off at 8:30 pm with Gold Coast Suns heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the West Coast Eagles vs. Gold Coast Suns game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Friday August 2, 2024 at 8:30 pm
Where: Optus Stadium
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West Coast Eagles vs Gold Coast Suns Odds
West Coast Eagles vs Gold Coast Suns Preview
In the Friday night double header, the Coast battle sees the Suns searching for their first road win against the Eagles.
The Suns’ season is virtually over, with their finals hopes dim after a hard-fought loss to the Lions. Their poor starts have plagued them, losing the first quarter in nine of their last ten matches.
The Eagles, despite falling to the Dockers, are stronger at home and have been more effective at capitalizing on forward pressure. Their unpredictable forward play and better efficiency inside 50 could prove too much for the Suns, who struggle on the road.
Given the Suns’ inability to impact interstate games and their recent form, the Eagles are favorites to secure the win.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Gold Coast Suns to win at $1.46 odds.
First Goal Scorer
First Goal Scorer: Ben King at $7.00.
West Coast Eagles vs Gold Coast Suns Teams
EAGLES
B: B.Hough, H.Edwards, A.Witherden
HB: L.Duggan, J.McGovern, T.Cole
C: J.Hunt, H.Reid, R.Ginbey
HF: R.Maric, J.Waterman, J.Cripps
F: J.Darling, O.Allen – C, L.Ryan
FOLL: B.Williams, E.Yeo, T.Kelly
I/C: H.Johnston, Z.Trew, C.Hall, J.Williams, T.Dewar
EMG: C.Chesser, A.Reid, J.Culley
IN: A.Witherden, L.Duggan, J.McGovern, H.Johnston, C.Hall, T.Dewar
OUT: T.Barrass (Injured), J.Rotham (Injured), L.Edwards (Injured), J.Petruccelle (Suspension), J.Culley (Omitted), J.Hutchinson (Suspension)
SUNS
B: S.Collins, B.Uwland, M.Andrew
HB: J.Jeffrey, L.Weller, W.Powell
C: B.Fiorini, N.Anderson, S.Clohesy
HF: L.Johnston, D.Swallow, B.Humphrey
F: B.Long, B.King, J.Lukosius
FOLL: J.Witts – C, S.Flanders, M.Rowell
I/C: M.Rosas, C.Ballard, A.Sexton, W.Graham, N.Holman
EMG: D.Macpherson, N.Moyle, T.Berry
IN: B.Fiorini, A.Sexton
OUT: N.Moyle (Omitted), T.Berry (Omitted)
