Sydney Swans delivered a statement performance at S.C.G. in Finals Week 1, powering to a dominant 141–88 victory over the Brisbane Lions. Coming off a strong win against North Melbourne, the Swans put on a scoring masterclass on home turf to leave the visitors behind.
In the lead-up, Sydney Swans saw support in the market, with their price moving 3.7→3.64 (firmed). That momentum translated directly onto the field as the hosts controlled the contest from the outset and blew the game wide open.
Total Points and Scoring Breakdown
The scoreboard attendant was kept busy as the match total sailed past the 195.5 points line to finish at 229 combined points. In the totals market, the over had drifted 1.9→1.95 (drifted) ahead of the bounce, while the under moved 1.9→1.85 (firmed). Ultimately, the high-flying offences took over entirely.
Sydney's attacking output proved too much for the Brisbane defence, capping off a resounding afternoon of finals football at S.C.G.
How the tips went
It was a mixed afternoon for our published selections across the board. In the head-to-head market, the tip for Brisbane Lions resulted in a loss as Sydney surged to a 53-point win.
The line selection of Brisbane Lions -25.5 also resulted in a loss given the comprehensive margin in favour of the Swans. However, the Over 172.5 total points selection resulted in a win, with both sides combining for a massive 229 points.