Match Analysis: Sydney Roosters vs South Sydney Rabbitohs – Prediction
Match Details
- Date: 2025-09-05
- Time: 10:00 AM UTC
- Location: Allianz Stadium
Game Overview
Sydney Roosters and South Sydney Rabbitohs face off in Round 27 of the NRL at Allianz Stadium. The Roosters have been moderately inconsistent this season but possess a clear edge in recent form and head-to-head history. The Rabbitohs have struggled badly, especially in their last five games, with low motivation competing outside finals contention.
Key Factors to Consider
- Roosters hold a mid-table position (10th) with a 44% win rate and moderate recent form (WLWLL). Rabbitohs are low-ranked (17th) with a 32% win rate and have lost their last five games straight.
- Historically close but favoring Roosters with 13 wins vs Rabbitohs 10 in 23 clashes. Recent analytics model simulation favors the Roosters with 83% win probability.
- No explicit major injuries noted in current data, suggesting both teams likely fielding close to full strength.
- Home advantage at Allianz Stadium benefits the Roosters; Rabbitohs show low motivation due to positioning outside finals qualification.
- Roosters motivated to climb standings and secure finals berth; Rabbitohs essentially out of contention and on a losing streak, lowering morale.
Odds and Predictions
Category | Odds | Prediction | Confidence |
---|---|---|---|
Moneyline | Roosters -385, Rabbitohs +325, Draw +2200 | Sydney Roosters | β β β β β 83% |
Spread | Roosters -12.5 (-105), Rabbitohs +12.5 (-125) | Sydney Roosters -12.5 | β β β β β 78% |
Over/under | Over 50.5 -145, Under 50.5 +110 | Over 50.5 | β β β ββ 65% |
Top EV Betting Odds
Discover the best value bets based on our EV analysis.
Market | EV Pick |
---|---|
Moneyline | Sydney Roosters 5% |
Spread | N/A |
Over/Under | Over 50.5 10% |
π₯ Best Value Pick: Over 50.5 at 10% EV | Suggested Bet Size: 14.3% (Kelly Criterion)
Predicted Outcome
Sydney Roosters will win convincingly and cover the spread in a moderately high-scoring game.
Predicted Score: Sydney Roosters 28 – South Sydney Rabbitohs 14