CommBank Stadium will play host to Saturday's Round 26 NRL game between Parramatta Eels and St. George Illawarra Dragons. The game kicks off at 3:00 pm with St. George Illawarra Dragons heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Parramatta Eels vs. St. George Illawarra Dragons game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Saturday August 31, 2024 at 3:00 pm

Where: CommBank Stadium

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Parramatta Eels vs St. George Illawarra Dragons Odds

Parramatta Eels vs St. George Illawarra Dragons Preview

St George Illawarra holds eighth place, but their first finals spot since 2018 is on shaky ground. With a tough final-round matchup against Canberra and a poor point differential, this game against second-last Parramatta is a must-win.

The Dragons have alternated wins and losses since Round 14, most recently suffering a 38-10 defeat to the Sharks, following a solid 32-16 victory over the Titans. Defensive lapses have plagued them, especially in second halves.

Parramatta has only one win in their last 10 games, giving up an early lead in a 30-24 loss to the Broncos last week. They’ve conceded 30 or more points in six of their last eight games and haven’t kept a team under 20 points since Round 4.

Both teams have minor changes: Luca Moretti joins the Eels’ bench, and Raymond Faitala-Mariner replaces Lyhkan King-Tongia for the Dragons. Despite their inconsistent season, the Dragons have a chance, with the Eels on a four-game losing streak at home.