St Kilda v West Coast Preview, Marvel Stadium

Two sides simply playing for pride lock horns on Saturday afternoon as St Kilda take on West Coast at Marvel Stadium. The Saints failed to back up their improved form in recent weeks – including a win over top-of-the-ladder Sydney – in their defeat on the road to Adelaide, as they were blown away in the last quarter by the fast-finishing Crows. They should regain Bradley Hill for this weekend, who is set to play his 250th game, should he feature. West Coast, on the other hand, were gallant in their home loss to Brisbane last week. In their first match under caretaker coach Jarrad Schofield, the Eagles fought back late to only go down by 13 points and would fancy themselves on the road this weekend despite not registering a win away from Optus Stadium in 2024. St Kilda won the previous meeting this season at Optus Stadium back in June.

AFL Betting Tips: Can St Kilda Capitalise on West Coast’s Struggles?

When it comes to AFL betting tips for this clash at Marvel Stadium, recent form paints a clear picture. St Kilda have shown signs of consistency despite a few close losses earlier in the season. Their defensive structure has tightened, and with their midfield finding more control in recent rounds, they’re shaping up well against a West Coast outfit that has continued to battle both injury woes and form.

West Coast’s away game record this season remains a major concern. While the younger players have started showing glimpses of promise, the team still struggles to maintain intensity across four quarters. Their last few games have highlighted defensive lapses and a lack of transition play, which could leave them exposed under the roof in Melbourne.

Looking at the stats from their previous meetings, St Kilda have had the upper hand recently—winning four of the last five clashes. Their ability to shut down key West Coast players and apply scoreboard pressure early could prove decisive again.

From an AFL prediction standpoint, punters might keep an eye on disposal markets and anytime goalscorer options, especially with some in-form Saints players consistently hitting the scoreboard. Also worth considering is how both teams start – the Saints have opened strongly in several recent outings.

TIP: St Kilda by 13 points, Jack Higgins multiple goals