TIO Stadium will play host to Saturday's Round 9 AFL game between Gold Coast SUNS and St Kilda Saints. The game kicks off at 7:10 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. St Kilda Saints game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Saturday May 9, 2026 at 7:10 pm

Where: TIO Stadium

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Gold Coast SUNS vs St Kilda Saints Preview

Gold Coast will look to continue its impressive Darwin record when it meets St Kilda at TIO Stadium on Saturday night. The Suns have turned the Northern Territory into a fortress, winning eight straight matches at the venue while regularly overwhelming opponents with their speed and pressure. Christian Petracca again led the way during last week’s win over GWS as Gold Coast strengthened its position inside the top eight. St Kilda also enters the contest with momentum following a convincing victory over Carlton, though the challenge of facing the Suns in Darwin presents a far sterner test. Noah Anderson starred the last time these clubs met, and Gold Coast’s midfield continues to generate strong territory and scoring opportunities. The Saints have improved significantly in recent weeks, but overcoming the Suns in these conditions remains one of the AFL’s toughest assignments.