People First Stadium will play host to Saturday's Round 16 AFL game between Gold Coast SUNS and Melbourne. The game kicks off at 1:20 pm with Gold Coast SUNS heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Gold Coast SUNS vs. Melbourne game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Saturday June 28, 2025 at 1:20 pm
Where: People First Stadium
Bet: Bet On This Match HERE
Gold Coast SUNS vs Melbourne Odds
Gold Coast SUNS vs Melbourne Preview
Clinging to their finals hopes, Gold Coast welcomes an equally struggling Melbourne outfit to People First Stadium on Saturday afternoon for a high-stakes showdown. The Suns have tumbled out of the top eight following three consecutive defeats, the latest a heartbreaking collapse against GWS, where they coughed up a 22-point lead despite strong performances from Noah Anderson, Touk Miller, and Matt Rowell.
Melbourne arrives on the back of a bye but carrying its own baggage — a three-game losing streak compounded by ongoing issues in front of goal, as seen in their 25-point defeat to Port Adelaide in Round 14. While the Demons have enjoyed recent success in Queensland with six straight wins there, a drastic form reversal will be required to arrest their current slide.
The Suns will take confidence from their emphatic 58-point victory over the Dees at the MCG in Round 3, powered by their elite midfield brigade. With both teams teetering on the edge of elimination, expect a fierce and fiery clash under the Queensland sun.
Gold Coast SUNS vs Melbourne Tip
We're tipping Gold Coast SUNS to win at $1.35 odds.