Adelaide Oval will play host to Saturday's Round 16 AFL game between Adelaide Crows and GWS Giants. The game kicks off at 7:30 pm with GWS Giants heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Adelaide Crows vs. GWS Giants game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Saturday June 29, 2024 at 7:30 pm
Where: Adelaide Oval
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Adelaide Crows vs GWS Giants Odds
Adelaide Crows vs GWS Giants Preview
It’s a challenging season for South Australian footy, with Adelaide Crows languishing in 15th place, resigned to another year without finals contention. Meanwhile, the Greater Western Sydney Giants find themselves in an unpredictable phase, perhaps struggling under the weight of expectations without hitting their peak form.
Adelaide’s game plan fluctuates, making their performances inconsistent week to week. Their main concern against the Giants will be defending their inside 50 efficiently, especially given the Giants’ proficiency in marking and scoring from this area.
The Giants, known for their ability to control tempo and exploit defensive lapses, particularly enjoy their trips to Adelaide, having won their last three encounters at the Oval. They’ll look to capitalize on Adelaide’s vulnerabilities to secure another victory.
While the Crows rely on sparks from players like Izak Rankine, their ability to maintain defensive intensity will be crucial. Despite playing with freedom due to their low standings, overcoming the Giants’ strategic advantages may still prove challenging for Adelaide.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping GWS Giants to win at $1.78 odds.
First Goal Scorer
First Goal Scorer: Jesse Hogan at $8.00.
Adelaide Crows vs GWS Giants Teams
CROWS
B: N.Murray, J.Butts, M.Hinge
HB: M.Michalanney, M.Keane, L.Nankervis
C: C.Jones, J.Dawson – C, L.Sholl
HF: B.Cook, D.Fogarty, J.Rachele
F: I.Rankine, T.Walker, B.Keays
FOLL: R.O’Brien, R.Laird, S.Berry
I/C: J.Soligo, B.Dowling, W.Hamill, L.Murphy, E.Himmelberg
EMG: Z.Taylor, L.Gollant, J.Borlase
IN: T.Walker, R.O’Brien, E.Himmelberg
OUT: J.Borlase (Omitted), K.Strachan (Omitted), H.Schoenberg (Omitted)
GIANTS
B: C.Idun, J.Buckley, H.Himmelberg
HB: L.Whitfield, L.Aleer, L.Ash
C: H.Perryman, T.Green, F.Callaghan
HF: B.Daniels, J.Riccardi, C.Brown
F: T.Greene – C, J.Hogan, T.Bedford
FOLL: K.Briggs, S.Coniglio, J.Kelly
I/C: C.Ward, T.McMullin, H.Thomas, M.Gruzewski, I.Cumming
EMG: R.Angwin, X.O’Halloran, J.Peatling
IN: H.Perryman, S.Coniglio, I.Cumming
OUT: J.Peatling (Omitted), R.Angwin (Omitted), X.O’Halloran (Omitted)
