Round 9 concludes at the MCG with the ladder leading Pies hosting GWS from 4:40pm. Can Collingwood extend their winning streak to five games? Or will the Giants cause an upset at the home of football?
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AFL Round 9 Preview & Betting Tips
Collingwood vs GWS
Sunday 4:40pm AEST, May 14th, MCG
Collingwood grinded out a 29 point win over Sydney at the MCG to keep their spot at the top of the ladder, with a 7-1 record this season. A five goal to one last quarter broke the back of the Swans, who tried to possess the ball off Collingwood for large periods of the game, a strategy which failed miserably.
GWS were once again gallant against superior opposition, but fell short in a fifteen point loss to the Bulldogs. Tom Green did his best to carry the Giants across the line, with 38 disposals and 3 goals, however it wasn’t enough.
Collingwood will be without makeshift ruckman Billy Frampton who injured his groin at training during the week. Collingwood haven’t brought in any players, meaning Jack Ginnivan has been upgraded to the starting 22 and Mason Cox will play as the sole ruckman.
Cameron Fleeton will make his debut for the Giants, while Issac Cumming (calf) and Callan Ward (sub) are out of the side from last week.
Isaac Quaynor (22 disposals, 9 marks) and Darcy Moore (20 disposals, 5 marks) absorbed absolutely everything that Sydney put their way, as Collingwood showed that they’re more than capable of winning games at a slow pace given the strength of their backline.
The clearance battle looms as a major differentiating factor between the two sides. Collingwood are ranked fifth in the AFL for clearances, which has allowed them to dominate territory and play their brand of football. GWS on the other hand, are the worst clearance team in the competition, which is going to give their backline plenty of headaches on the weekend.
One thing that both of these sides have in common is their tendency to play in close games. All eight of the Giants games this season have been decided by under 22 points, while Collingwood’s average winning margin has been 22 points. GWS have found ways to hang around in games, so the line at +32.5 is a buffer that will provide enough cover.
GWS +32.5
$1.90 (1.5 Units)
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Tom Green 30+ Disposals: Tom Green is on a tear in 2023, averaging 33 disposals per game in 2023. Green has recorded 30+ disposals in his last four games, and has hit the 30+ disposal mark in seven of his eight games this season.
Tom Mitchell 25+ Disposals: Tom Mitchell is relishing his opportunity as a centre bounce midfielder at Collingwood, averaging 25 disposals per game. Mitchell has hit the 25+ disposal mark in four of his eight games this season, and has recorded 35 and 40 disposals in his last two games against GWS.
Josh Daicos 25+ Disposals: Whilst Nick is taking all of the accolades, Josh is having an outstanding campaign for the Pies, averaging 27 disposals per game. Daicos has picked up at least 30 disposals in three of his last four games.
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