Oh, look at this, we've got ourselves a real nail-biter here, folks. Okay, I was just being polite, we have the Richmond Tigers squaring off against the Essendon Bombers. The Tigers and the Bombers have a bit of a history, but someone needs to remind the Tigers. They've been skulking in the corner, licking their wounds from prior losses.
The Tigers have been stumbling around like a Friday night party-goer trying to remember where they live. Their recent performances have been rather underwhelming, with four losses in a row. A bit of a sad tale, isn't it? Lose, rinse and repeat. On the other hand, the Bombers haven't been exactly soaring high either. They've had quite a few nose dives recently, but let's be honest, when compared to the Tigers, it's like comparing a minor headache to a roaring migraine.
This match is in round 18, and let's face it; the Tigers are cornered, much like their namesake in the wild would be if they were surrounded by a group of rowdy hyenas. The Bombers are seen as favorites here, well, isn’t that being generous? Favoring the Bombers is like prefering flat soda to fresh, but hey, that's still likely to be more energetic than the Tigers at this stage.
So, if you’re looking to place a bet, I would suggest taking into consideration the Bombers apparent somewhat better position. Now now, it isn't much, but when you're up a creek without a paddle like the Tigers, anyone with a twig could seem like they're cruising. But remember, while the Bombers are the favorites here, the Tigers do have the knack of surprising not just their opponents but even themselves, once in a purple moon.
Albert’s Prediction: Essendon Bombers by 15