Gabba will play host to Friday's Round 23 AFL game between Brisbane Lions and Melbourne Demons. The game kicks off at 7:50 pm with Brisbane Lions heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Brisbane Lions vs. Melbourne Demons game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Friday August 19, 2022 at 7:50 pm
Where: Gabba
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Brisbane Lions vs Melbourne Demons Odds
Brisbane Lions vs Melbourne Demons Preview
A spot in the top four is on the line as the Brisbane Lions host Melbourne in what should be an epic Friday night encounter at the Gabba.
The Lions were thankful for poor kicking by the Saints and a standout performance from number one draft Pick Cam Rayner last week and Melbourne won a thriller, breaking Blues hearts in the process.
When these two teams last met only a few weeks back at the MCG, Melbourne easily took care of the Lions getting back into winning form to the tune of 63-points.
The Lions effort in that match had many pundits questioning if they can handle the prime time spotlight on the big stage at the MCG – which still lingers in the mind.
However, with this game at the Gabba, backing the Lions at home is one of the more reliable bets in football.
Having only lost two games in the past two years at the ground, Melbourne may fancy themselves for an upset and are good value at the $2.05 on offer at time of publishing – but it’s just too hard not to tip against Brisbane at home.
Expect another close one and I’ll take them at the 1-39 margin.
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Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Melbourne Demons to win at $2.05 odds.
First Goal Scorer
First Goal Scorer: Bayley Fritsch at $9.00.
Brisbane Lions vs Melbourne Demons Teams
LIONS
B: Gardiner, Payne, Rich
HB: Starcevich, Andrews, Coleman
C: Bailey, Zorko, McCluggage
HF: Rayner, Hipwood, McCarthy
F: McStay, Daniher, Cameron
FOLL: McInerney, Neale, J.Berry
I/C: Lyons, Prior, Mathieson, Answerth
EMG: Lohmann, Robinson, Fort, Lester
IN: Nil
OUT: Lester (sub)
DEMONS
B: Petty, Lever, Salem
HB: Rivers, May, Hibberd
C: Melksham, Oliver, Langdon
HF: Sparrow, Brown, Fritsch
F: Neal-Bullen, Jackson, Pickett
FOLL: Gawn, Viney, Petracca
I/C: Harmes, Spargo, Brayshaw, Hunt
EMG: Bedford, Bowey, Jordon, Smith
IN: Nil
OUT: Jordon (omitted)