Marvel Stadium will play host to Sunday's Round 9 AFL game between Collingwood Magpies and West Coast Eagles. The game kicks off at 1:00 pm with Collingwood Magpies heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Collingwood Magpies vs. West Coast Eagles game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Sunday May 12, 2024 at 1:00 pm
Where: Marvel Stadium
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Collingwood Magpies vs West Coast Eagles Odds
Collingwood Magpies vs West Coast Eagles Preview
In a battle for finals positioning, Collingwood faces West Coast Eagles. The Pies, riding a hot streak, aim to climb towards the top four. The Eagles are playing competitively again, but face a tough task on the road.
Collingwood stifled Carlton’s transition and capitalized on scoring opportunities. Nick Daicos’ late heroics sealed the win, but their midfield contribution was crucial.
The Eagles, despite a late lapse against Essendon, showed fight. Their improving offense and transition game give their forwards a chance to shine.
The Pies will look to exploit uncontested situations, applying pressure and moving the ball inside 50. The Eagles must address their tackle rate if they want to compete.
Contested footy is the Eagles’ best chance, but they face a significant challenge on Collingwood’s turf.
Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Collingwood Magpies to win at $1.12 odds.
First Goal Scorer
First Goal Scorer: Mason Cox at $13.
Collingwood Magpies vs West Coast Eagles Teams
MAGPIES
B: B.Maynard, D.Moore – C, J.Howe
HB: I.Quaynor, J.Noble, O.Markov
C: S.Sidebottom, S.Pendlebury, J.Daicos
HF: H.Harrison, B.Frampton, R.McInnes
F: P.Lipinski, B.Hill, D.Cameron
FOLL: M.Cox, J.Crisp, N.Daicos
I/C (FROM): J.Elliott, E.Allan, F.Macrae, J.Bytel, J.Richards, L.Sullivan, C.Dean
IN: R.McInnes, E.Allan, F.Macrae, J.Bytel, J.Richards, C.Dean
OUT: L.Schultz (Suspension), B.Mihocek (Injured), B.McCreery (Injured)
EAGLES
B: J.Rotham, T.Barrass, L.Duggan – C
HB: B.Hough, J.McGovern, T.Cole
C: D.Sheed, T.Kelly, L.Edwards
HF: J.Petruccelle, L.Ryan, J.Cripps
F: T.Dewar, J.Darling, J.Williams
FOLL: B.Williams, R.Ginbey, H.Reid
I/C (FROM): A.Gaff, J.Hunt, C.Chesser, A.Witherden, H.Johnston, R.Maric, H.Edwards
IN: T.Dewar, A.Gaff, J.Hunt, J.Jones, R.Maric, H.Edwards
OUT: E.Yeo (Injured), J.Waterman (Injured), N.Long (Injured)