Richmond v Essendon Rd 11 betting tips & best odds | AFL 2024

Richmond v Essendon best bets

Tigers v Bombers match preview

Essendon will be looking to extend their six-match unbeaten run this Saturday night as they face Richmond in the traditional Dreamtime at the ‘G clash in round 11 of the 2024 AFL season.

The in-form Bombers enter this match as heavy favourites at $1.10 with Neds, while the Tigers are massive underdogs at $8 with Unibet. The handicap is set at 40.5 points, giving Richmond backers a huge start.

Last Saturday, the struggles continued for the Tigers as the Brisbane Lions dealt them their biggest loss of the season. Down by 41 points at quarter time, Adam Yze’s men were never in the match, with the Lions extending the margin at every break en route to a 119-point win.

With a long injury list, the Tigers have now lost their past two matches by a combined 210 points. Sitting in 17th, they will just be looking to avoid the wooden spoon while giving their young players some more experience at the top level.

There are three changes for Richmond as Liam Baker, Seth Campbell and Samson Ryan all return to the side. Rhyan Mansell misses through concussion, while Tylar Young and Matthew Coulthard have both been omitted.

Essendon’s great run continued last Sunday as they beat North Melbourne by 40 points. After a close first half, an eight-goal third quarter eventually proved the difference. Tall forward Peter Wright led the way with four goals, while half-back Nic Martin had 27 disposals.

As a result of the win, Brad Scott’s men have jumped to second on the ladder, exceeding nearly all expectations for the season so far. However, top online bookmakers aren’t convinced, with odds of $3.40 to finish inside the top four.

There are three changes for the Bombers this week. Jordan Ridley and Nik Cox return to the side, while top-10 draft pick Nate Caddy makes his debut. Harrison Jones (suspension), Ben Hobbs (calf) and Dylan Shiel (omitted) will all miss.

Recommended!

The Better Bettors!

Australian-owned and operated bookmaker!

Join MarantelliBet

18+ Gamble Responsibly. THINK. IS THIS A BET YOU REALLY WANT TO PLACE?

Fast Payouts

50% matched deposit up to USD $5,000

Visit BetOnline

Richmond v Essendon R11 predictions

With Richmond at a low ebb, this should be another chance for the Bombers to gain some percentage and further embed themselves in the top four. As a result, back them to cover the handicap of -40.5 at $1.91 with top AFL betting sites.

Averaging 24 disposals per game over the past four weeks, Richmond’s Daniel Rioli has been a standout in a disappointing side. Playing in the backline, the 27-year-old is always amongst the action, with the bonus of a few kick-ins. He has collected over 25 disposals in two of his last three matches against the Bombers, so back him to hit that mark again at $2.15 with online bookies.

With Essendon expected to dominate, leading goalkicker Kyle Langford should have plenty of chances to add to his season tally. Sitting fifth in the Coleman Medal, he has kicked multiple goals in all but two of his matches in 2024. With the Tigers conceding 296 points over the last two weeks, back Langford to kick four or more goals at $3.40 with Bet365.

Sports betting tips