Match Analysis: St George Illawarra Dragons vs Manly Warringah Sea Eagles – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-08-30
- Time: 7:30 AM UTC
- Location: Jubilee Stadium, Sydney
Game Overview
A tightly contested NRL matchup between the St George Illawarra Dragons and Manly Warringah Sea Eagles, both teams evenly matched with minor edges for Manly on defense and recent form. The game is expected to be decided by narrow margins with a balanced moderate scoring style.
Key Factors to Consider
- Both teams have shown inconsistency but Manly's recent form and defensive solidity slightly outmatch the Dragons. Both averages in attack are similar, suggesting a close game.
- Historically a dead-even matchup with marginal advantages; recent head-to-heads are split with no clear dominance.
- No major standout injuries reported affecting key positions for either side.
- Game played at Jubilee Stadium favors the Dragons due to home-ground advantage, but crowd influence may be countered by Manly's resilience.
- Both teams are fighting for momentum late in the season, adding competitiveness and intensity to the match.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Manly -109, St George -109, Draw +2000 | Manly Warringah Sea Eagles | β β β ββ 60% |
Spread | Manly -1.5 +105, St George +1.5 -130 | Manly Sea Eagles -1.5 | β β β ββ 55% |
Over/under | Over 48.5 -115, Under 48.5 -115 | Under 48.5 | 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 15% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Under 48.5 16% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Under 48.5 at 16% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 18.3% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Manly Warringah Sea Eagles to win moneyline
Predicted Score: Manly Sea Eagles 24 – 20 St George Illawarra Dragons