Sydney vs Fremantle Prediction and Tips - AFL Preliminary Final 2026
Last updated: Sep 12, 2026, 7:11PM | Published: Sep 12, 2026, 5:25PM
Sydney will face Fremantle in AFL Preliminary Final action at the Sydney Cricket Ground on Friday, starting at 7:40pm AEST.
This article features Stats Insider's free betting tips for the Sydney vs Fremantle game, plus the latest betting odds.
Who Will Win?
Utilising advanced computer power and data, Stats Insider has simulated the outcome of Friday's Sydney vs Fremantle AFL match 10,000 times.
Our leading predictive analytics model currently gives the Dockers a 55% chance of winning against the Swans in their AFL preliminary final clash.
Sydney vs Fremantle: Odds
The current Bet365 betting odds for Friday's AFL clash at the Sydney Cricket Ground are shown below:
- Head to Head: Sydney $2.45, Fremantle $1.56
- Line: Sydney +10.5 ($1.91), Fremantle -10.5 ($1.91)
- Total (Over/Under 185.5 Points): Over $1.91, Under $1.91
Odds are correct at the time of publication and subject to change.
Looking at the latest head-to-head odds, Bet365 currently has Sydney at $2.45 and Fremantle at $1.56.
The Swans are 10.5-point underdogs against the Dockers, with odds of $1.91 available at Bet365.
For the favourite Dockers (-10.5) to cover the line, Bet365 offers odds of $1.91.
The over/under for total points scored is set at 185.5 with Bet365, which has odds of $1.91 for the over and $1.91 for the under.
According to Stats Insider's model, the Swans (+10.5) are predicted to cover the line 59% of the time, while the 185.5-point over/under is expected to is considered an equal 50-50 chance of hitting.
Sydney vs Fremantle: Best Bets
- Head to Head: Sydney at $2.45 with Bet365
- Line: Sydney +10.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
- Total Points: Under 185.5 at $1.91 with Bet365
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Our Sydney vs Fremantle betting tips are based on market-leading modelling and gambling intelligence to help you place better bets with your chosen online bookie.
While the Dockers have a higher chance of winning the game, betting on the Swans to win is our recommended option because of the 3.9% edge identified when comparing our data-led probabilities to the odds currently on offer.
Taking advantage of the edges published here at Stats Insider is crucial to achieving long-term profitability.
Sydney vs Fremantle: Prediction
Stats Insider's predicted final score for Sydney vs Fremantle at the Sydney Cricket Ground this Friday is Fremantle winning 94-90.
This prediction is based on each team's average score from 10,000 game simulations.
Stats Insider provides full coverage of the Sydney vs Fremantle match on Friday, including data-driven predictions and expert tips.
18+. Odds correct at time of publishing and subject to change.Remember, our model updates regularly, so keep checking this article for the latest betting tips before the Sydney vs Fremantle game.
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Sydney vs Fremantle: Essential Details
The AFL Preliminary Final clash between the Swans and Dockers at the Sydney Cricket Ground is scheduled to start at 7:40pm AEST on Friday.
- Teams: Sydney vs Fremantle
- Date: Friday 18 September 2026
- Time: 7:40pm AEST
- Venue: Sydney Cricket Ground
All dates and times in this article are in Australian Eastern Standard Time (AEST), unless otherwise noted.
Conclusion
Our Sydney vs Fremantle predictions have been made thanks to 10,000 data-driven simulations of the game, all curated by our team of experienced data scientists and analysts. We use cutting-edge technology and machine learning to ensure our AFL tips are accurate and reliable, giving you the confidence to make informed decisions.
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