Oakleigh Cannons vs Eastern Lions tips and predictions

In the bag for Oakleigh Cannons?

There are 29 points between the two clubs as second place Oakleigh Cannons get set to host 14th place Eastern Lions.

The overriding feeling here is that Oakleigh Cannons will be rubbing their hands at the thought of facing Eastern Lions. They're justifiably short.

While looking for evidence that Oakleigh Cannons will romp through this match as expected, it's worth stressing the respective form of the two sides. The hosts have been on the rampage; winning all of their last 8 games. With less fortune the travelling side has been defeated in 14 of their last 17 matches, home or away. They're likely to taste defeat again here.

Does the home side look confident in previous performances? Oakleigh Cannons have scored two or more goals in 14 of their recent 19 matches. Viewers can look forward to see the home side grab this fixture by the scruff of the neck.

Eastern Lions have conceded two or more goals in 14 of their last 17 matches. The cynics might point the finger at issues at the other end of the pitch. Netting an average of just 0.5 goals in their last 8 matches, Eastern Lions have underdelivered at times.

Despite the red hot favouritism for Oakleigh Cannons it will be fun if Eastern Lions can put up a fight. It isn't that obvious but the Yes BTTS bet is the unconfident side bet.