Optus Stadium will play host to Sunday's Round 7 AFL game between West Coast Eagles and Fremantle Dockers. The game kicks off at 4:40 pm with West Coast Eagles heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the West Coast Eagles vs. Fremantle Dockers game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Sunday May 2, 2021 at 4:40 pm
Where: Optus Stadium
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West Coast Eagles vs Fremantle Dockers Odds
West Coast Eagles vs Fremantle Dockers Preview
West Coast will be hoping to bounce-back this week with its 11th straight win over Fremantle.
The Eagles suffered a mighty 97-point blow at the hands of the Cats in Geelong last week, a performance Adam Simpson labeled as “embarrassing” and “weak” in his post-game press conference.
Fortunately, West Coast returns home to face their rivals – a welcome sign considering the Eagles have won all three of their games in Perth by double digits so far.
Freo will feel equally as confident heading into this game though after dismantling North Melbourne by eight goals.
The Dockers were a popular pick to qualify for the finals this year, and so far, Justin Longmuir’s side has given fans plenty to cheer about sitting sixth on the ladder.
While last week’s loss was a new low for West Coast, the club does have plenty to feel positive about heading into the first Derby of the year.
Josh Kennedy looks a good chance to play after missing the game against the Cats, while there’s also hope for the likes of Elliot Yeo and Brendon Ah Chee.
Overall, this is an enormous test for both sides, but the edge does go to West Coast based on their recent Derby success and the fact they should receive see several of their stars back in the lineup.
The Eagles have covered in three of their last four games as the favourite against Fremantle, so with the line set at just over a goal, it’s worth backing West Coast to add to that number.
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Head To Head Bet
We're tipping West Coast Eagles to win at $1.80 odds.
First Goal Scorer
First Goal Scorer: Matt Taberner at $9.00.