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On August 15, 2026, Port Adelaide Power will face the Melbourne Demons in what promises to be an intriguing clash at the Adelaide Oval. The home team, the Power, enters the match following a disappointing stretch, having won just 1 of their last 5 games. This lack of form has raised questions about their tactical consistency, particularly in capitalizing on scoring opportunities and tightening their defensive structure.
In contrast, the Demons are riding a wave of momentum, with 4 victories in their last 5 matches, showcasing a well-rounded game plan that emphasizes ball movement and strong tackling. Their ability to create scoring chances from defensive pressure has proven effective, reflecting their tactical sophistication and readiness for this showdown.
Bookmakers have set the odds at 2.9 for a Port Adelaide win and 1.42 for Melbourne to take the points, indicating a clear favorite in the Demons. Our model prediction gives Port Adelaide a 36.4% chance of winning, highlighting the uphill battle they face. While both teams possess unique strengths, the Demons’ recent form places them in a favorable position, although the unpredictability of AFL football means no outcome is guaranteed.
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| Port Adelaide 25.4% |
Melbourne 74.6% |
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Latest Results
| 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 10.07.26 St Kilda Saints – Port Adelaide Power – 87:73 |
07.08.26 Melbourne Demons – Fremantle Dockers – 113:109 02.08.26 Gold Coast Suns – Melbourne Demons – 105:114 24.07.26 Melbourne Demons – Geelong Cats – 97:117 18.07.26 North Melbourne Kangaroos – Melbourne Demons – 76:92 12.07.26 Melbourne Demons – Richmond Tigers – 111:65 |
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Latest Head To Head
| 15.06.25 Port Adelaide Power – Melbourne Demons – 93:68 10.08.24 Melbourne Demons – Port Adelaide Power – 51:53 30.03.24 Port Adelaide Power – Melbourne Demons – 89:96 19.05.23 Port Adelaide Power – Melbourne Demons – 80:76 17.07.22 Melbourne Demons – Port Adelaide Power – 83:69 |
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 | Western Bulldogs | 21 | 12 | 0 | 9 | 1711:1823 | 93.86 | 48 |
| 9 | Collingwood Magpies | 20 | 11 | 1 | 8 | 1716:1625 | 105.60 | 46 |
| 10 | Carlton Blues | 20 | 10 | 0 | 10 | 1700:1752 | 97.03 | 40 |
| 11 | St Kilda Saints | 20 | 9 | 0 | 11 | 1794:1720 | 104.30 | 36 |
| 12 | GWS Giants | 20 | 9 | 0 | 11 | 1784:1802 | 99.00 | 36 |
| 13 | North Melbourne | 21 | 9 | 0 | 12 | 1752:1927 | 90.92 | 36 |
| 14 | Gold Coast Suns | 20 | 7 | 0 | 13 | 1776:1876 | 94.67 | 28 |
| 15 | Port Adelaide Power | 21 | 6 | 0 | 15 | 1643:1821 | 90.23 | 24 |
| 16 | West Coast Eagles | 20 | 4 | 0 | 16 | 1415:1998 | 70.82 | 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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