St Kilda vs Sydney Preview & Prediction | 2025 AFL | Regular Season | Round 18

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The Sydney Swans travel to Marvel Stadium to take on St Kilda as they look to keep their faint finals hopes alive. The Saints, out of the running, will be trying to play the role of spoiler.
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The prediction
St Kilda (15th) were defeated by Hawthorn by 20 points (94-74) in Round 17. Sydney (10th) kept their season alive with a crucial 11-point win over Fremantle (94-83).
St Kilda's classy ball-user Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera had a field day against the Hawks, gathering an incredible 43 disposals and 11 score involvements.
Sydney's ruckman Brodie Grundy was a key factor in their win over Fremantle, with 20 disposals, 33 hitouts, and a crucial goal.
In their last meeting in Round 17, 2024, St Kilda caused an upset, defeating the Swans by just 2 points in a thriller. In fact, the Saints have won three out of the last five between the two sides.
The Swans have everything to play for and will be highly motivated. The Saints have struggled for consistency but are capable of an upset if they bring their best. This game has upset written all over it and we think the Saints can come away with a win.
St Kilda vs Sydney tip: St Kilda to win