Essendon Bombers vs Sydney Swans predictions, Aug 16, 2026

Aug 09, 2026 0 Comment By Yuriy Borshchenko

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Essendon

Sydney Swans

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As the Essendon Bombers prepare to face the Sydney Swans at home on August 16, 2026, both teams enter the match with contrasting recent forms. The Bombers have struggled, securing only one victory in their last five outings, which raises concerns about their consistency and ability to compete against higher-tier opponents. Their defensive organization will need to be sound to stifle the Swans’ offensive prowess.

Meanwhile, the Sydney Swans come into this clash buoyed by winning three of their last five matches. This momentum, coupled with their proven scoring capabilities, positions them as the favorites with bookmakers offering odds of 1.03 for an away win. The Swans have shown tactical flexibility, adapting their gameplay to exploit opponent weaknesses, which may prove advantageous against a struggling Bombers’ side.

With the Bombers playing on home soil, they will seek to leverage home-ground advantage and ignite a much-needed resurgence. However, given Sydney’s current form and tactical acumen, they will pose a significant challenge for Essendon. As both teams look to assert themselves, the match promises to be a compelling encounter, but no outcome can be guaranteed.

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Essendon
7.7%		 Draw
1.8%		 Sydney
90.5%

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Betting Odds

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Latest Results

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
12.07.26 Brisbane Lions – Essendon Bombers – 149:59		 08.08.26 Sydney Swans – Port Adelaide Power – 167:70
31.07.26 St Kilda Saints – Sydney Swans – 88:107
25.07.26 Greater Western Sydney Giants – Sydney Swans – 88:139
17.07.26 Sydney Swans – Adelaide Crows – 71:87
09.07.26 Fremantle Dockers – Sydney Swans – 111:73

Facts

  • An outsider and one of the leaders will play in this match (ranked 18 and 2 in the zone Promotion ~ AFL (Play Offs: )).
  • In the last 5 head-to-head matches, Essendon won 1.
  • Essendon has been struggling lately (last 5 games: 1 wins).
  • Sydney has been unpredictable lately (in the last 5 games, wins – 3).
  • Essendon may face physical challenges compared to their opponent, as they have played more matches in recent days.
  • In this match, Sydney is the clear favorite.
  • In the last 20 head-to-head matches, Essendon won 5 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 15 matches, and goals 1491:1848. (average 74.6:92.4).
  • Including home matches between the teams, Essendon won 4 matches, drew 0 matches, lost 4 matches, and goals 675:703. (average 84.4:87.9).

    Latest Head To Head

    02.08.25 Sydney Swans – Essendon Bombers – 68:54
    10.05.25 Essendon Bombers – Sydney Swans – 71:63
    16.08.24 Essendon Bombers – Sydney Swans – 59:98
    23.03.24 Sydney Swans – Essendon Bombers – 131:101
    29.07.23 Essendon Bombers – Sydney Swans – 99:101

    Standings

    2026

    Pl W D L %% Pts
    1 Fremantle Dockers 21 18 0 3 2092:1459 143.39 72
    2 Sydney Swans 21 16 0 5 2308:1723 133.95 64
    3 Hawthorn Hawks 21 14 1 6 2061:1744 118.18 58
    4 Brisbane Lions 21 14 0 7 2245:1905 117.85 56
    5 Adelaide Crows 21 14 0 7 1924:1636 117.60 56
    6 Melbourne Demons 21 14 0 7 2082:1935 107.60 56
    7 Geelong Cats 21 13 0 8 2097:1739 120.59 52
    8 Collingwood Magpies 21 12 1 8 1833:1723 106.38 50
    9 Western Bulldogs 21 12 0 9 1711:1823 93.86 48
    10 Carlton Blues 21 11 0 10 1806:1814 99.56 44
    11 St Kilda Saints 21 9 0 12 1856:1826 101.64 36
    12 GWS Giants 21 9 0 12 1861:1881 98.94 36
    13 North Melbourne 21 9 0 12 1752:1927 90.92 36
    14 Gold Coast Suns 21 8 0 13 1855:1953 94.98 32
    15 Port Adelaide Power 21 6 0 15 1643:1821 90.23 24
    16 West Coast Eagles 21 4 0 17 1513:2115 71.54 16
    17 Richmond Tigers 21 3 0 18 1362:2146 63.47 12
    18 Essendon Bombers 21 2 0 19 1430:2261 63.25 8

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