Sea Eagles vs. Dragons Predictions

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The NRL continues with Round 26 action between the Sea Eagles vs. Dragons on Friday, August 28 at 6:00pm at 4 Pines Park.

It’s a big game for the Sea Eagles, who need a win to have any chance of making the NRL Finals.

Best Bet

Sea Eagles -7.5 @ $1.90

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The Sea Eagles turned their losing streak around with a big win over the Knights last week, and that should give them confidence to kick on with the job.

It has been a tough season for the Sea Eagles, but Tom Trbojevic is back in the team, and they lift when he’s playing. They scored a dominant 44-24 win over the Knights, who had been playing well, so that should be a good form guide.

The Dragons are the worst team in the competition, despite owning two wins from their last three games. However, they didn’t play well when losing 44-14 to the Bulldogs last week, and that was a step in the wrong direction.

If Manly wants a chance to make the finals, they need to win convincingly, and it should be enough to win and cover the -7.5 spread.

Same Game Multi

Sea Eagles -7.5, Lehi Hopoate Anytime Try Scorer, Jason Saab Anytime Try Scorer, Over 48.5 @ $7.00

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Lehi Hopoate ended his try-scoring drought with a try against the Knights, and they need him to score tries. He’s a quality finisher, and it’s why he’s the $1.62 favourite to score on Friday night. Include him in NRL SGM picks to boost payouts.

Jason Saab has put his speed to use with three tries from his last five games. Despite Manly struggling to win games, his confidence levels have improved this season. He owns blistering speed, and he could score a long range try against the Dragons.

Defence could play second fiddle, and the Sea Eagles could run up a big score. Include over 48.5 points in multi bets this week.

Best Value Bet

Lehi Hopoate First Try Scorer @ $8.00

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A good start from Hopoate would set up the Sea Eagles for a big game, and we have him crossing the line for the opening try.

He got back to his best form last week with a try over the Knights, and he could finish off a slick backline move in the first 10-15 minutes.

Punters get value odds at $8, so we’re worth including in NRL picks this week as a value bet.

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