Optus Stadium will play host to Sunday's Round 24 AFL game between Fremantle Dockers and Port Adelaide. The game kicks off at 6:40 pm with Fremantle Dockers heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Fremantle Dockers vs. Port Adelaide game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Sunday August 25, 2024 at 6:40 pm
Where: Optus Stadium
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Fremantle Dockers vs Port Adelaide Odds
Fremantle Dockers vs Port Adelaide Preview
This clash holds significance regardless of the previous results. For Fremantle, the scenario is clear: if both the Blues and Dogs win, the Dockers are out of the top eight. However, if just one of those teams falters, a win here secures their finals spot. On the other hand, Port Adelaide is fighting for a home final, which is almost guaranteed with a win unless the Giants pull off a massive victory.
Fremantle’s inconsistency in capitalising on their dominance has been their Achilles’ heel, often struggling to find the right balance between attack and defence. The Power, however, excel in stoppage dominance and marks inside 50—an area the Dockers must watch closely, especially after being exposed by the Giants in this regard.
Earlier this season, Port Adelaide narrowly edged Fremantle by three points in a game the Dockers let slip. While playing at Optus Stadium gives Fremantle an edge, Port’s superior form and ability to seize critical moments suggest they have the upper hand.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Port Adelaide to win at $2.02 odds.
First Goal Scorer
First Goal Scorer: Jye Amiss at $9.00.
Fremantle Dockers vs Port Adelaide Teams
DOCKERS
B: L.Ryan, J.Draper, B.Cox
HB: B.Walker, H.Chapman, J.Clark
C: N.O’Driscoll, H.Young, M.Johnson
HF: A.Brayshaw – C, S.Switkowski, M.Frederick
F: J.Amiss, S.Sturt, L.Jackson
FOLL: L.Reidy, C.Serong, N.Fyfe
I/C (FROM): J.O’Meara, M.Walters, P.Voss, J.Sharp, C.Wagner, J.Aish, B.Banfield
IN: M.Walters, N.Erasmus, J.Aish
OUT: Nil
POWER
B: La.Jones, B.Zerk-Thatcher, M.Bergman
HB: K.Farrell, A.Aliir, L.Evans
C: J.Burgoyne, O.Wines, W.Drew
HF: D.Byrne-Jones, E.Ratugolea, W.Rioli
F: M.Georgiades, C.Dixon, C.Rozee – C
FOLL: J.Sweet, J.Horne-Francis, Z.Butters
I/C (FROM): R.Burton, D.Visentini, J.Mead, F.Evans, J.Sinn, T.Boak, O.Lord
IN: M.Georgiades, D.Visentini, J.Sinn, J.McEntee, O.Lord
OUT: D.Houston (Suspension), Q.Narkle (Omitted)