MCG will play host to Saturday's AFL game between St Kilda Saints and GWS Giants. The game kicks off at 3:20 pm with GWS Giants heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the St Kilda Saints vs. GWS Giants game and give you our free tips and bets.

When: Saturday September 9, 2023 at 3:20 pm

Where: MCG

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St Kilda Saints vs GWS Giants Preview

The St Kilda Saints are preparing for their debut finals match after a 72-60 loss to the Brisbane Lions, while the GWS Giants are entering the finals with an impressive two-game winning streak, including a dominant 105-73 victory over the Carlton Blues at the end of August.

Head to Head:

In an exciting clash back in May, the Saints secured a 92-80 victory over the Giants, extending their winning streak to four games against GWS. Over their last ten meetings, St Kilda has won five times, while the Giants have emerged victorious on four occasions, with one match ending in a draw.

St Kilda’s Form:

St Kilda secured a commendable sixth-place finish on the ladder in a season where doubts loomed about their ability to compete at the highest level. They notched up 13 wins alongside 10 defeats, ultimately finishing four points clear of the ninth-placed Bulldogs. Now, their focus shifts to maintaining consistency, despite experiencing periods of inconsistency throughout the season.

The Saints’ 70-62 loss to the Brisbane Lions in their final regular season game may not raise significant concerns, as they put up a strong fight against their opponents. However, with a few weeks of inactivity since that hard-fought loss, questions arise about whether the break from competitive play might impact their performance.

St Kilda Team News:

J. Hayes (injured) and L. Stocker (omitted) will be unavailable, with S. Ross and M. King stepping in to fill the gaps.

GWS Giants Form:

The GWS Giants concluded their home-and-away season with an impressive streak, defeating the Essendon Bombers and the Carlton Blues. Their 162-36 dismantling of the Essendon Bombers was one of the standout performances of the season, followed by a dominant 105-73 victory over the Blues.

Despite finishing seventh on the ladder with 13 wins from 23 games, the Giants are oozing with confidence and believe they can take on any opponent. Their convincing wins over the Blues and Bombers in the final two rounds further bolster their self-assuredness.

GWS Giants Team News:

R. Angwin and T. McMulling have been left out of the lineup as the Giants welcome back S. Taylor and F. Callaghan into the fold.

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