Essendon Bombers vs Port Adelaide Power
Marvel Stadium
Kickoff: Aug 23, 2026, 12:20 PM (stadium time)
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AI match analysis
Predicted score: 58-75
Data suggests that the Essendon Bombers are struggling significantly, having lost their last five matches with a notable average margin. In contrast, while Port Adelaide Power has faced their own challenges, they recently secured a win against Gold Coast Suns and have a better scoring average in their last 10 games. Additionally, their recent head-to-head history shows a favorable trend for Port Adelaide, supporting their position as slight favorites.
- Essendon Bombers have lost their last 5 matches by an average of 31.2 points.
- Port Adelaide Power has an inconsistent record but managed a narrow victory against Gold Coast Suns recently.
- Historically, Port Adelaide Power has won 3 out of the last 5 encounters against Essendon Bombers.
- Port Adelaide Power has a higher average score per game over the last 10 matches compared to Essendon Bombers.
Confidence is high because the probability gap between outcomes is decisive, and some historical data (form, H2H or standings) is still incomplete.
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Why AI favors Port Adelaide Power
- Historical edgePort Adelaide Power
Port Adelaide Power have won 4 of the last 5 meetings between these two teams.
4/5 H2H wins - Poor recent formEssendon Bombers
Essendon Bombers have lost 5 of their last 5 matches.
0W 0D 5L - Poor recent formPort Adelaide Power
Port Adelaide Power have lost 4 of their last 5 matches.
1W 0D 4L - Tighter defenseEssendon Bombers
Essendon Bombers are conceding just 111.5 points per game over their recent matches.
111.5/game conceded
Computed independently from historical data — not a model-reported reason.
Match trends
- Essendon Bombers have averaged 62.4 points scored per game over their last 10 matches.
- Port Adelaide Power have averaged 73.1 points scored per game over their last 10 matches.
- Essendon Bombers are unbeaten in 1 of the last 5 meetings with Port Adelaide Power.
Head-to-head
Last 5 meetings
Ladder
| # | Team | P | W | D | L | GD | Pts | Form |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | 23 | 19 | 0 | 4 | +620 | 76 | WLWW | |
| 2 | 23 | 18 | 0 | 5 | +674 | 72 | WWWW | |
| 3 | 23 | 16 | 0 | 7 | +445 | 64 | WWLW | |
| 4 | 23 | 15 | 2 | 6 | +379 | 64 | DLWW | |
| 5 | 23 | 15 | 0 | 8 | +430 | 60 | WWWW | |
| 6 | 23 | 15 | 0 | 8 | +320 | 60 | LWWL | |
| 7 | 23 | 15 | 0 | 8 | +202 | 60 | WWWL | |
| 8 | 23 | 13 | 1 | 9 | -91 | 54 | DLLW | |
| 9 | 23 | 12 | 2 | 9 | +47 | 52 | DWLW | |
| 10 | 23 | 12 | 1 | 10 | +29 | 50 | DWWW | |
| 11 | 23 | 10 | 0 | 13 | +56 | 40 | WLLW | |
| 12 | 23 | 10 | 0 | 13 | -22 | 40 | WLWL | |
| 13 | 23 | 9 | 0 | 14 | -117 | 36 | LWLL | |
| 14 | 23 | 9 | 0 | 14 | -243 | 36 | LWLL | |
| 15 | 23 | 7 | 0 | 16 | -245 | 28 | LLLL | |
| 16 | 23 | 4 | 0 | 19 | -718 | 16 | LLLL | |
| 17 | 23 | 3 | 0 | 20 | -890 | 12 | LLWL | |
| 18 | 23 | 2 | 0 | 21 | -876 | 8 | LLLL |
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Frequently asked questions
Who is likely to win Essendon Bombers vs Port Adelaide Power?+
Our AI model favors Port Adelaide Power to win, with a 60% probability (Essendon Bombers 40%).
What time does Essendon Bombers vs Port Adelaide Power start?+
First bounce is at Aug 23, 2026, 2:20 AM (your local time, based on your device).

