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As the Essendon Bombers prepare to host the Port Adelaide Power on August 22, 2026, both teams enter the match grappling with recent form challenges. The Bombers have secured only one victory in their last five outings, while the Power are yet to taste success during this same period. This sets the stage for a compelling contest where both sides will be eager to turn their fortunes around.
Tactically, Essendon may lean on home advantage, which can be critical in Australian Rules Football. Historically, they have been known for their fierce competitive spirit and attacking play at Marvel Stadium. However, their inconsistent recent performances raise questions about their ability to compete effectively against a struggling opponent.
On the other hand, Port Adelaide will be motivated to break their losing streak and may rely on their traditionally solid structure and ball movement to exploit any weaknesses in Essendon’s defense. With bookmakers listing odds of 3.85 for the Bombers and 1.27 for the Power, the disparity suggests a strong expectation for Port Adelaide to impose their game.
In conclusion, while Port Adelaide may be favored due to their pedigree, Essendon’s home grounds and tactical resilience provide a potential for an upset, making this match an intriguing prospect for fans and bettors alike.
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| Essendon 27% |
Draw 2.7% |
Port Adelaide 70.2% |
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Betting Odds
| 1 | X | 2 | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
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3.20 | 100.00 | 1.32 | |
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3.2 | 1.31 |
Latest Results
| 16.08.26 Essendon Bombers – Sydney Swans – 76:112 08.08.26 Geelong Cats – Essendon Bombers – 117:50 02.08.26 Essendon Bombers – Adelaide Crows – 73:145 25.07.26 Hawthorn Hawks – Essendon Bombers – 132:39 19.07.26 Essendon Bombers – Greater Western Sydney Giants – 67:64 |
15.08.26 Port Adelaide Power – Melbourne Demons – 56:132 08.08.26 Sydney Swans – Port Adelaide Power – 167:70 01.08.26 Port Adelaide Power – Greater Western Sydney Giants – 63:75 25.07.26 Brisbane Lions – Port Adelaide Power – 126:67 17.07.26 Port Adelaide Power – Fremantle Dockers – 75:103 |
Facts
Latest Head To Head
| 22.03.26 Port Adelaide Power – Essendon Bombers – 133:70 27.03.25 Essendon Bombers – Port Adelaide Power – 72:60 05.04.24 Port Adelaide Power – Essendon Bombers – 111:42 01.07.23 Essendon Bombers – Port Adelaide Power – 74:78 06.05.23 Port Adelaide Power – Essendon Bombers – 92:87 |
Standings
| Pl | W | D | L | %% | Pts | |||
| 1 | Fremantle Dockers | 22 | 19 | 0 | 3 | 2204:1547 | 142.47 | 76 |
| 2 | Sydney Swans | 22 | 17 | 0 | 5 | 2420:1799 | 134.52 | 68 |
| 3 | Brisbane Lions | 22 | 15 | 0 | 7 | 2340:1958 | 119.51 | 60 |
| 4 | Hawthorn Hawks | 22 | 14 | 2 | 6 | 2153:1836 | 117.27 | 60 |
| 5 | Melbourne Demons | 22 | 15 | 0 | 7 | 2214:1991 | 111.20 | 60 |
| 6 | Geelong Cats | 22 | 14 | 0 | 8 | 2222:1849 | 120.17 | 56 |
| 7 | Adelaide Crows | 22 | 14 | 0 | 8 | 2012:1748 | 115.10 | 56 |
| 8 | Collingwood Magpies | 22 | 12 | 2 | 8 | 1925:1815 | 106.06 | 52 |
| 9 | Western Bulldogs | 22 | 12 | 1 | 9 | 1793:1905 | 94.12 | 50 |
| 10 | Carlton Blues | 22 | 11 | 1 | 10 | 1888:1896 | 99.58 | 46 |
| 11 | St Kilda Saints | 22 | 10 | 0 | 12 | 1950:1871 | 104.22 | 40 |
| 12 | GWS Giants | 22 | 10 | 0 | 12 | 1972:1938 | 101.75 | 40 |
| 13 | North Melbourne | 22 | 9 | 0 | 13 | 1862:2052 | 90.74 | 36 |
| 14 | Gold Coast Suns | 22 | 8 | 0 | 14 | 1908:2048 | 93.16 | 32 |
| 15 | Port Adelaide Power | 22 | 6 | 0 | 16 | 1699:1953 | 86.99 | 24 |
| 16 | West Coast Eagles | 22 | 4 | 0 | 18 | 1570:2226 | 70.53 | 16 |
| 17 | Richmond Tigers | 22 | 3 | 0 | 19 | 1407:2240 | 62.81 | 12 |
| 18 | Essendon Bombers | 22 | 2 | 0 | 20 | 1506:2373 | 63.46 | 8 |
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