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The AAMI Community Series preseason action continues on Friday, February 28th, as the Gold Coast Suns host the Sydney Swans at People First Stadium.
The Suns will be eager to build on their 13th-place finish from the 2024 AFL season and show signs of improvement heading into the new year. Meanwhile, the Swans will be out to make a statement after falling short in last season’s Grand Final loss to the Brisbane Lions.
Both teams are coming off strong match simulation performances—the Swans dominated the Giants, while the Suns picked up two wins in their shortened games last week.
Can the Suns rise to the challenge at home, or will the Swans’ class and experience prove too much?
Here is a Gold Coast Suns vs Sydney Swans Prediction for Friday, February 28th 2025.
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Gold Coast Suns vs Sydney Swans
Venue – People First Stadium
Bouncedown – 8.10PM EST
2024 Season Record
| Team | W-L-D | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Coast | 11-12-0 | 9-3 | 2-9 |
| Sydney | 17-6 | 9-2 | 8-4 |
2024 Season Scoring
| Team | Pts | Opp Pts | Game Total Ave |
|---|---|---|---|
| Gold Coast | 83.7 | 84.5 | 168.2 |
| Sydney | 97.5 | 76.9 | 174.4 |
Quick Game Facts
- The Gold Coast Suns struggled at home to close out 2024, losing their last two games by an average of 41 points.
- The Swans hit top form late in the season, winning five of their last six games—only to fall short in the Grand Final against the Lions.
Prediction
The Swans, under new coach Dean Cox, will be ready to go and eager to improve this season. They looked impressive in their match simulation win over the Giants and will present a tough challenge for the Suns.
Prediction – Sydney Swans (Win)
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