Adelaide Oval will play host to Saturday's AFL game between Port Adelaide Power and GWS Giants. The game kicks off at 7:40 pm with Port Adelaide Power heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Port Adelaide Power vs. GWS Giants game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Saturday September 16, 2023 at 7:40 pm

Where: Adelaide Oval

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Port Adelaide Power vs GWS Giants Preview

The highly-anticipated first-ever finals clash between Port Adelaide and the Greater Western Sydney Giants is set for Saturday night, with both teams eager to prolong their unexpectedly stellar seasons.

At the start of the year, few analysts had either Port Adelaide or the Giants pegged for a finals run. However, both teams have defied expectations and emerged as pleasant surprises.

Last week, the Giants underscored their potency in the Elimination Final against the Saints. GWS erupted in the first quarter with five goals, courtesy of a standout performance from midfield star Tom Green and a three-goal contribution from Jake Riccardi.

In contrast, Port Adelaide stumbled against the Brisbane Lions at the Gabba, adding to the worries for a team that had been inconsistent in the final stretch of the regular season. Ollie Lord was a lone bright spot in an otherwise lackluster showing. As of now, it’s unclear whether key forward Charlie Dixon will make a crucial return to the lineup.

Returning to the Adelaide Oval might give Port Adelaide a lift, but one shouldn’t underestimate a Giants team that has thrived on the road. They’ve claimed three of their last four away games, including a noteworthy win against the Adelaide Crows in Round 18.

Statistically, GWS stands out in terms of clean disposals and handballs, which could test Port Adelaide’s usually formidable midfield. Another challenge for Port could be psychological, as evidenced by Todd Marshall’s uncharacteristic misses against Brisbane. These errors hint that some of the team’s younger players might be feeling the finals pressure.

Should Port manage to recalibrate their goal-kicking, they could gain an advantage, especially given GWS’s lack of height in their attack, save for Jesse Hogan. However, containing Giants star Toby Greene is another obstacle altogether, particularly since Port conceded the sixth-highest number of goals during the regular season.

As both teams look to prolong their unexpected success, Saturday’s game promises to be an enthralling chapter in their fairytale seasons.