Match Analysis: Manly Warringah Sea Eagles vs Sydney Roosters – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-08-02
- Time: 9:35 AM UTC
- Location: 4 Pines Park, Sydney
Game Overview
This Round 22 NRL match features two bottom-half finalists fighting for survival: the 9th-placed Manly Warringah Sea Eagles hosting 10th-placed Sydney Roosters at 4 Pines Park. Both teams have shown flashes of quality in 2025 but suffer from inconsistency. The Roosters recently lost 3 of 4 games while the Sea Eagles ended a 3-game winning streak with a heavy defeat. Key injuries affect Manly, including season-ending loss of star Haumole Olakau'atu. Historically, Manly have won six of nine home games in 2025 and lead their all-time head-to-head narrowly over 43 encounters. The Roosters have won 5 of their past 7 meetings against Manly, making this a very tight contest.
Key Factors to Consider
- Manly has been solid at home, winning 6 of 9 at 4 Pines Park this season, though recent form dipped with a heavy loss. The Roosters have fought hard, notably pushing Melbourne Storm closely but falling short in 3 of their last 4, revealing some defensive shortcomings.
- Across 43 matches, Manly leads with 22 wins to Sydney's 21, showing a historically even rivalry. Recently, the Roosters won 5 of the last 7 clashes, indicating a slight upper hand in recent encounters.
- Manly faces a significant blow with Haumole Olakau'atu ruled out for the season. Other key players like Waddell expected to start, with Smith and Savala fit, offering some relief. No major injuries reported for the Roosters.
- The match is played at Manlyβs home ground, potentially favoring the Sea Eagles with strong local support. Weather and other external conditions are not specified but should be typical for Sydney in early August.
- Both teams are motivated by a fight for finals qualification, locked in a battle for spots in the bottom half of the top eight. The packed Brookvale crowd and the significance of the match add intensity to this rivalry.
Odds and Predictions
| Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
|---|---|---|---|
| Moneyline | home: -134, away: 115, draw: 2100 | Manly Warringah Sea Eagles to win | β β β ββ 65% |
| Spread | home: -2.5 -110, away: 2.5 -120 | Manly to cover -2.5 points | β β β ββ 60% |
| Over/under | over: 48.5 110, under: 48.5 -145 | Under 48.5 points total | β β β ββ 62% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
| Market | EV Pick |
|---|---|
| Moneyline | Manly Warringah Sea Eagles -0% |
| Spread | N/A |
| Over/Under | Under 48.5 5% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 48.5 at 5% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 6.9% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Given the home ground advantage, recent home form, and motivation to secure a finals spot, Manly Warringah Sea Eagles have a slight edge, but the Roosters' recent dominance in head-to-head and resilience keep this prediction tight. Expect a closely contested game with a lean towards Manly pulling a narrow win.
Predicted Score: Manly Warringah Sea Eagles 24 – Sydney Roosters 20