We take a look at Saturday nights (7/9/2019) AFL Finals Week 1 match which is between the Brisbane Lions and the Richmond Tigers. View the odds and teams for both sides as well as our Tips and Bets for the match.
When: Saturday 7th September at 7:25PM
Where: The Gabba
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Preview:
A week after a thrilling Sunday afternoon encounter at the ‘G, the Lions and the Tigers prepare for a fascinating rematch, only this time, it’s at the Gabba.
There should be no shortage of motivation for Brisbane on Saturday as the Lions missed out narrowly on the minor premiership. At the same time, Chris Fagan’s side has to feel proud of their effort against the Tigers, especially after fighting back from a 30+ point deficit in the third quarter.
Richmond are the current premiership favourites, and rightfully so. The Tigers hit full stride with a big win over Collingwood last month, adding to their impressive nine-game winning streak.
Sunday’s market is also in favour of the Tigers, but the yellow and black do look a little under the odds at their current price.
Richmond’s 3-2 interstate record casts some doubt on their road form, especially after playing their last seven games in Melbourne.
For the Tigers to win, they simply need to accomplish the same thing twice, and that’s shutting down Charlie Cameron. Damien Hardwick successfully contained Brisbane’s problematic star forward last week, holding him to a pair of goals and only two tackles.
Of course, that’s easier said than done, especially on a smaller ground like the Gabba. Lions fans have made their home ground a fortress this year, which will play a huge part in Brisbane’s winning chances.
If the Lions are to pull off the upset, they’ll need to find some clean looks at goal. Tricky shots from the boundary and long bombs inside 50 didn’t cut it a fortnight ago, and the same goes on Sunday.
Brisbane can win this game though if they match Richmond’s pressure, which they did at various stages in Round 23. The Lions’ 13-game losing streak to Richmond is well documented, but if Brisbane’s tackling results in turnovers and clean entries going forward, they can easily win this game.
Odds:
Tip: Richmond Tigers at $1.65
Value Tip: First Goal Scorer: Jack Riewoldt at $8.00
Teams:
LIONS
B: L.Hodge, H.Andrews, M.Adams
HB: A.Witherden, D.Gardiner, D.Rich
C: D.Zorko, J.Berry, M.Robinson
HF: C.Cameron, E.Hipwood, H.McCluggage
F: O.McInerney, D.McStay, C.Rayner
FOLL: S.Martin, L.Neale, J.Lyons
I/C: A.Christensen, L.McCarthy, Z.Bailey, N.Answerth
EMG: B.Keays, J.Walker, L.Taylor, R.Lester
IN: A.Christensen
OUT: C.Cox (Omitted)
TIGERS
B: D.Astbury, N.Broad, D.Grimes
HB: B.Houli, N.Vlastuin, J.Short
C: B.Ellis, D.Prestia, J.Caddy
HF: D.Rioli, T.Cotchin, K.Lambert
F: S.Bolton, T.Lynch, J.Riewoldt
FOLL: T.Nankervis, S.Edwards, D.Martin
I/C: I.Soldo, L.Baker, J.Graham, J.Castagna
EMG: J.Ross, M.Pickett, M.Chol, D.Butler
IN: T.Nankervis
OUT: N.Balta (Omitted)
*Odds correct at time of posting. Subject to change