FootyBets.aiGather Round for a Punting Feast: The Orange Tsunami and Swans Set to Surge
South Australia turns into the centre of the sporting universe this week and the festival of footy presents some glaring opportunities for punters. The unique nature of Gather Round means we have games at Adelaide Oval, Norwood, and the Adelaide Hills, so understanding how these grounds play is just as vital as current form. Looking at the slate for AFL Round 4 2024 tips, the disparity between the contenders and the rebuilders has never been starker.
First up, we have to talk about the absolute mauling likely to unfold at Mt Barker. The Gold Coast Suns are technically the 'home' side against GWS but stripping them of their Carrara advantage is a fatal blow. The Giants possess an elite transition game that we are calling the 'Orange Tsunami' for a reason. They move the ball from half-back to goal faster than any side in the competition. With a predicted margin of 34 points, backing GWS to run over the top of the Suns is one of the sharper plays of the weekend.
If you are looking for anchors for your AFL multi bets, cast your eyes toward the Brisbane Lions and Sydney Swans. Brisbane faces a North Melbourne outfit that leaks scores like a sieve. History shows the Lions have won their last two against North by 75 and 108 points. While North might show pluck early, the class gap is simply too wide. Similarly, the Sydney Swans face a West Coast Eagles side that is deep in the wilderness. The Swans' midfield trio of Warner, Gulden, and Rowbottom will treat the Eagles' engine room as a training drill. A 60-plus point margin is not just possible, it is probable.
Don't sleep on the clash at Norwood Oval between Richmond and St Kilda. The narrow wings at Norwood suit Ross Lyon's defensive cage perfectly. It allows the Saints to clog up the corridor and force Richmond wide, where their lack of key forward targets becomes a major liability. Our Round 4 betting tips favour the Saints to grind out a win by around five goals as their interceptors feast on hurried entries.
Finally, Port Adelaide returns to the Adelaide Oval fortress to host Essendon. While the Bombers have shown flashes, the Power midfield on home soil is a different proposition. Rozee and Butters have historically towel up the Essendon midfield and the data suggests a 36-point margin is on the cards. Expect Port to cover the line comfortably in the Saturday night showcase.