Match Analysis: Newcastle Knights vs Manly Warringah Sea Eagles – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-06-05
- Time: 9:50 AM UTC
- Location: McDonald Jones Stadium
Game Overview
The Newcastle Knights will host the Manly Warringah Sea Eagles in Round 14 of the 2025 NRL season at McDonald Jones Stadium. The Sea Eagles enter as favorites, aiming to secure back-to-back wins for the first time since March. The Knights have struggled offensively this season, averaging just 13.3 points per game, making scoring a key challenge against the solid Manly defense.
Key Factors to Consider
- The Knights have been underperforming offensively, recently suffering three defeats in four matches. They average only 13.3 points per game, the lowest in the competition this season. Conversely, Manly's defense has been relatively strong, conceding an average of 20.5 points per game but showing defensive resilience with just six points conceded in their last match.
- Historically, these teams have been competitive but Manly holds a recent advantage in head-to-head encounters and is currently favored to win. Advanced simulations give Manly a 67% probability of victory at Newcastle's home ground.
- No specific injury updates were listed in the available data, suggesting squads are likely near full strength or no notable absences have been reported impacting this clash.
- The match is played at home for the Knights at McDonald Jones Stadium, where they have some home-ground advantage and support. It is also a community round, potentially boosting player motivation. Weather and pitch conditions were not indicated but presumed normal.
- Manly is motivated to maintain their spot in the top eight and seeks momentum with consecutive wins. Newcastle aims to break their poor form and secure a vital home victory to regain confidence.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Manly Warringah Sea Eagles: -230, Newcastle Knights: 188, Draw: 2400 | Manly Warringah Sea Eagles | ★★★☆☆ 67% |
Spread | Newcastle Knights +5.5: 1.91, Manly Sea Eagles -5.5: 1.91 | Manly Sea Eagles -5.5 | ★★★☆☆ 65% |
Over/under | Over 44.5: -115, Under 44.5: -115 | Over 44.5 points | ★★★☆☆ 55% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
---|---|
Moneyline | Manly Warringah Sea Eagles -4% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Over 44.5 3% |
🔥 Best Value Pick: Over 44.5 at 3% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 3.3% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Manly Warringah Sea Eagles are predicted to win by approximately 10 points, capitalizing on their stronger defense and Newcastle's offensive struggles.
Predicted Score: Manly Sea Eagles 24 – Newcastle Knights 14