12 Jul 2023 / admin

Sydney Swans vs Western Bulldogs Predictions and Betting Tips

🏈 AFL Round 18 Match Preview

⏰ 13 July 2023 - 19:20 AEST

🏟 Stadium - SCG Stadium

The upcoming AFL match between the Sydney Swans and the Western Bulldogs promises to captivate all fans of Aussie Rules football. Scheduled for 13/07/2023 at 19:20 AEST, this highly anticipated game is set to showcase the skills and passion of these two teams.

AusBetSites, a reliable source for sports betting information, offers the most recent and comprehensive betting odds for the Sydney Swans and the Western Bulldogs. With input from three online bookmakers across 38 sports betting markets, AusBetSites provides a thorough analysis of the teams' chances. Currently, the bookmakers favour the Sydney Swans with odds of 1.55, making them the frontrunners to emerge victorious in this thrilling encounter.

Both the Sydney Swans and the Western Bulldogs are determined to bounce back following their respective losses in Round 17. In their match against Richmond at the MCG, Sydney held a commanding 25-point lead in the second quarter but faltered, conceding five of the last six goals and ultimately losing by 13 points.

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As we approach the crucial stage of the season, the Western Bulldogs find themselves in a relatively favourable position, currently sitting in 7th place on the ladder. However, they are aware that securing a victory is crucial to maintaining their advantage over a host of challengers.

In last year's Elimination Final, the Western Bulldogs also started strongly in their Round 17 encounter against ladder leaders Collingwood. Despite a promising beginning, they eventually fell short, losing by 12 points.

Sydney's Isaac Heeney made notable contributions with three goals, while Errol Gulden and Ollie Florent combined for an impressive 61 disposals. However, the loss has significantly hindered the 2022 runners-up's chances of qualifying for the top eight. They currently find themselves in 14th position on the ladder, trailing 8th-placed Geelong by two games with seven matches remaining.

Sydney Swans Performance

Sydney has competed in 16 matches this season, securing six wins, suffering nine losses, and recording one draw. In terms of goals scored, the Swans currently hold the 8th position, showcasing their proficiency in finding the back of the net. On the other hand, the Western Bulldogs rank 10th in this category, highlighting their ability to convert scoring opportunities.

Western Bulldogs Performance

In the current season's ladder standings, the Western Bulldogs hold the 7th position, while Sydney finds themselves in 15th place. When it comes to head-to-head matchups at the SCG, the Bulldogs have emerged victorious in three out of their last five encounters against Sydney.

📋 Players to watch:

Marcus Bontempelli's exceptional form has seen him accumulate 25 or more disposals in eight out of his last nine matches. In the remaining match, he recorded 23 disposals, showcasing his consistent midfield performances.
Errol Gulden has been displaying impressive midfield contributions, surpassing the 25-disposal mark in his past four matches.
Angus Sheldrick, excluding his first two career matches as a substitute player, has maintained an average of over 20 disposals per game throughout the season, highlighting his involvement in the team's play.
Bailey Dale has been a standout performer, achieving 25 or more disposals in his past eight games, showcasing his ability to find plenty of the ball.
Tom Papley has demonstrated his scoring prowess against the Western Bulldogs, accumulating a total of six goals across his last three encounters with the team.

⚡ Match Facts:

In the current season, Sydney has recorded six wins, nine losses, and one draw in their 16 matches, while the Bulldogs have secured nine wins and suffered seven losses. As a result, the Bulldogs hold the 7th position on the ladder, whereas Sydney currently sits in 15th place.
In their recent matchups at the SCG, the Bulldogs have emerged victorious in three out of their last five encounters against Sydney.
When it comes to goals scored this year, the Swans hold the 8th position, showcasing their ability to find the back of the net. On the other hand, the Bulldogs rank 10th in this category, highlighting their proficiency in converting scoring opportunities.

💡 Match Prediction:

Predictions for the upcoming Sydney versus Western Bulldogs match indicate a higher probability of success for Sydney, with a probability of 65.5% compared to the Western Bulldogs' probability of 34.5%. Based on these probabilities, the fair odds for Sydney are calculated to be $1.53, while the fair odds for the Western Bulldogs are $2.90.

The forecast for the match predicted a victory for Sydney, with a projected margin of 16 points.