Gold Coast Suns vs Western Bulldogs: Prediction for the match on 10 May 2025

Gold Coast Suns vs Western Bulldogs: Prediction and Odds on the Match on May 10, 2025

We are back to TIO Stadium where the Gold Coast Suns will take on Western Bulldogs in round 9 of the Australian Football League. Heading into this game, the two teams have been exciting and will hope to get the best result here. How will this game unfold? Below, I will preview this game and offer the best betting opportunities. 

Gold Coast Suns: Form and Statistics

Gold Coast Suns have had a rough performance in recent encounters. The previous weekend, this team struggled against the Brisbane Lions, suffering a 66-49 defeat. In that encounter, Gold Coast Suns had a very slow start, Gold Coast Suns lost the first three quarters, and despite a 3-20 win in the final quarter, it was not enough to turn the tables. Ahead of this game, Gold Coast Suns have lost twice in their last three matches, their first defeat against Richmond Tigers. Yet, Gold Coast Suns have won five of their last seven matches, going on a four-game winning streak in that run. With 20 points from seven matches, this team sits 4th in the standings with 140.39 percentage.

Gold Coast Suns Team News and Lineup

Two academy players have been included in the 23 squad list as Malcolm Rosas Jnr coming into the team for his first game of 2025, and Ben Long named to make his return from a hamstring injury. Also, Brayden Fiorini is expected to feature for the first time this season after knocking down the selection door with some scintillating VFL form, while Sam Clohesy has also earned a recall to the senior side after strong returns in the VFL. However, Lachie Weller has been withdrawn out of this squad after picking up a hamstring injury last weekend. Also, Ethan Read, and David Swallow have been left out while Connor Budarick is omitted.

Expected Lineup

B: M.Andrew, B.Uwland, S.Collins

HB: J.Noble, W.Powell, D.Rioli

C: N.Holman, M.Rowell, B.Fiorini

HF: B.Long, S.Flanders, T.Miller

F: W.Graham, J.Walter, B.King

FOLL: J.Witts, B.Humphrey, N.Anderson - C

Interchange: B.Ainsworth, J.Rogers, S.Clohesy, J.Jeffrey, M.Rosas

Emergency: N.Moyle, E.Read, S.Lemmens

In: - B.Fiorini, B.Long, S.Clohesy, M.Rosas

Out: - E.Read (Managed), L.Weller (Injured), D.Swallow (Managed), C.Budarick (Omitted)

Western Bulldogs: Form and Statistics

Western Bulldogs are playing so well right now, and the visitors will hope to keep things running. The previous weekend, this team made it three consecutive wins, after consecutive defeats to Fremantle Dockers and Brisbane Lions. The previous weekend, this team was against the Port Adelaide Power, and they pulled off a dominant display. In that encounter, Western Bulldogs won each quarter, with their best performance coming in the third quarter, ending 45-13. Western Bulldogs have now defeated GWS Giants, and St Kilda Saints in their recent games, losing three in their last nine encounters. With 20 points in eight matches, Western Bulldogs sit 6th in the standings with a 127.15 percentage. 

Western Bulldogs Team News and Lineup

The Western Bulldogs have made two changes for their Saturday’s clash against the Gold Coast. Caleb Poulter will play his first AFL match of the season, while Harvey Gallagher has been recalled. The two players will come in for Adam Treloar who picked up a calf tightness injury and Jedd Busslinger.

However, Gallagher and Poulter are expected to start on the bench, alongside Sam Davidson, Lachie McNeil and Laith Vandermeer.

Expected Lineup

B: L.Cleary, J.O’Donnell, L.Bramble

HB: J.Johannisen, R.Lobb, B.Dale

C: B.Williams, E.Richards, J.Freijah

HF: J.Harmes, B.Khamis, M.Kennedy

F: R.Sanders, A.Naughton, R.West

FOLL: T.English, M.Bontempelli - C, T.Liberatore

Interchange: S.Davidson, H.Gallagher, L.McNeil, C.Poulter, L.Vandermeer

Emergency: O.Baker, J.Busslinger, A.Jones

In: - H.Gallagher, C.Poulter

Out: - A.Treloar (Injured), J.Busslinger (Omitted)

Gold Coast Suns vs Western Bulldogs Head-to-Head Statistics

Gold Coast Suns and Western Bulldogs last five meetings ended in four wins for the Western Bulldogs, while the Gold Coast Suns won one. In the meantime, their most recent encounter in 2024 ended in a 115-67 win for the Bulldogs at home.

Gold Coast Suns vs Western Bulldogs Betting Tips & Odds

• The Western Bulldogs have won more in recent meetings of this fixture. This option is available on 1Xbet with odds 2.00.
• The Gold Coast Suns have picked up more points in seven games this season with a better winning percentage. A win for them is available on Bet365 with odds at 1.83.
• The recent meetings between the Gold Coast Suns and Western Bulldogs have ended many runs. Over 176.5 runs is available on Betway with odds at 1.85.

Gold Coast Suns vs Western Bulldogs Match Prediction 10 May 2025

The two teams have been decent this season and we can expect them to be at their best. However, the Western Bulldogs have been better in this fixture, and their recent form is good. While I expect the Gold Coast Suns to also prove stubborn, I feel the Western Bulldogs will do well to cover the spread in a game that should end with many points. 

Our match prediction: is handicap W2(+8.5) with odds at 1.62 on 1Xbet bookmaker. 

Our betting tip: is over 177.5 points with odds at 1.91 on Bet365 bookmaker.

Our final match prediction: is a win for the Western Bulldogs with odds at 1.95 on Betway.