Marvel Stadium will play host to Sunday's Round 17 AFL game between St Kilda Saints and Sydney Swans. The game kicks off at 3:20 pm with Sydney Swans heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the St Kilda Saints vs. Sydney Swans game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Sunday July 7, 2024 at 3:20 pm
Where: Marvel Stadium
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St Kilda Saints vs Sydney Swans Odds
St Kilda Saints vs Sydney Swans Preview
The Saints continue to struggle, letting another close game slip away as their challenging season unfolds. Facing the Swans, who suffered only their second loss of the year, St Kilda must confront a formidable opponent eager to bounce back.
Fremantle exposed Sydney’s vulnerabilities by pressuring their backline on turnovers and capitalizing on opportunities. St Kilda, with their agile half-backs, can replicate part of this strategy by running in transition.
However, containing Sydney’s swift midfield and preventing quick entries into their defensive 50 remains a daunting task for the Saints. Rowan Marshall’s presence is crucial, yet relying on their ruckman as a leading goalkicker underscores internal issues.
For St Kilda to stay competitive, they must ensure Max King is not left goalless again. While not dismal, the Saints face an uphill battle against a determined Swans side eager to rebound swiftly from their recent setback.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Sydney Swans to win at $1.26 odds.
First Goal Scorer
First Goal Scorer: Joel Amartey at $10.
St Kilda Saints vs Sydney Swans Teams
SAINTS
B: J.Battle, D.Howard, C.Wilkie
HB: R.Bonner, N.Wanganeen-Milera, J.Webster
C: B.Hill, M.Windhager, M.Wood
HF: L.Henry, M.Phillipou, M.Owens
F: J.Higgins, T.Membrey, C.Sharman
FOLL: R.Marshall, J.Steele – C, J.Sinclair
I/C (FROM): Z.Jones, H.Clark, R.Byrnes, D.Butler, D.Wilson, B.Paton, T.Campbell
IN: D.Howard, M.Phillipou, T.Membrey, Z.Jones, R.Byrnes, B.Paton
OUT: M.King (Injured), A.Caminiti (Injured), P.Dow (Injured)
SWANS
B: D.Rampe – C, T.McCartin, L.Melican
HB: O.Florent, J.Lloyd, N.Blakey
C: E.Gulden, Ch.Warner, J.McInerney
HF: J.Jordon, L.McDonald, T.Adams
F: T.Papley, J.Amartey, W.Hayward
FOLL: B.Grundy, I.Heeney, J.Rowbottom
I/C (FROM): B.Campbell, R.Fox, S.Wicks, H.McLean, C.Cleary, L.McAndrew, P.Snell
IN: R.Fox, M.Roberts, L.McAndrew, P.Snell
OUT: H.Cunningham (Injured)