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GWS Giants vs West Coast Eagles Prediction & Preview - AFLW Round 1 2026
A free, data-led AFLW preview built from real results: head-to-head history, recent form and the players to watch on each side.
Our prediction: GWS Giants vs West Coast Eagles
West Coast Eagles by 1-12
Model score: GWS Giants 38 to 45 West Coast Eagles
Total points: the model's 83-point expected total sits in line with a typical AFLW game (~80 combined points).
How this works: the model averages each side's points scored and conceded across their last 5 completed games, up to the end of 2025, matches attack against defence, and adds a 2-point home-ground adjustment. A data lean, not a certainty: list changes, injuries and team news all move it.
What the numbers say
Across their last 3 meetings it is GWS Giants 1, West Coast Eagles 2, averaging 93.3 combined points per game. GWS Giants won 0 of their last 5 on record. West Coast Eagles won 1 of their last 5.
GWS Giants vs West Coast Eagles head-to-head
Last 3 meetings: GWS Giants 1, West Coast Eagles 2, averaging 93.3 combined points per game.
Form guide: last 5 completed games
Most recent results on record, up to the end of 2025.
- 24 to 81 v Port Adelaide Power1 Nov 2025
- 35 to 81 @ Carlton Blues26 Oct 2025
- 40 to 47 v Fremantle Dockers18 Oct 2025
- 45 to 72 @ Geelong Cats11 Oct 2025
- 16 to 30 v St Kilda Saints4 Oct 2025
- 19 to 60 @ Carlton Blues8 Nov 2025
- 22 to 42 v Carlton Blues31 Oct 2025
- 26 to 43 @ Sydney Swans25 Oct 2025
- 50 to 19 v Geelong Cats17 Oct 2025
- 31 to 48 @ Adelaide Crows11 Oct 2025
Players to watch: 2025 averages
Ranked on 2025 GDS fantasy average. Squads change between seasons, so treat this as a guide to who carried each club last time out.
GWS Giants
- Zarlie Goldsworthy
101.8 GDS avg · 21.2 disposals · 0.3 goals · 2.8 marks · 6.2 tackles (12 games)
- Rebecca Beeson
95.7 GDS avg · 21.5 disposals · 0.1 goals · 2.3 marks · 5.8 tackles (12 games)
- Kaitlyn Srhoj
81.1 GDS avg · 18.3 disposals · 0.3 goals · 2.9 marks · 4.8 tackles (12 games)
- Cambridge McCormick
78.1 GDS avg · 16.6 disposals · 0.1 goals · 2.9 marks · 4.1 tackles (12 games)
West Coast Eagles
- Ella Roberts
120.7 GDS avg · 23.8 disposals · 0.7 goals · 3.8 marks · 7.3 tackles (12 games)
- Charlotte Thomas
80.2 GDS avg · 17.2 disposals · 0.1 goals · 3.2 marks · 2.8 tackles (13 games)
- Jaide Britton
75.8 GDS avg · 16.2 disposals · 0.2 goals · 2.0 marks · 4.6 tackles (13 games)
- Isabella Lewis
75.5 GDS avg · 16.5 disposals · 0.3 goals · 1.7 marks · 3.8 tackles (13 games)
AFLW Round 1 2026 preview questions
Who will win GWS Giants vs West Coast Eagles?
Our form model favours West Coast Eagles by 1-12 points from 2025 season results, from a model score of GWS Giants 38 to 45 West Coast Eagles.
What is the GWS Giants vs West Coast Eagles prediction for AFLW Round 1 2026?
Our form model favours West Coast Eagles by 1-12 points from 2025 season results, from a model score of GWS Giants 38 to 45 West Coast Eagles. The model expects about 83 combined points, in line with a typical AFLW game (around 80). It averages each side's points scored and conceded across their last 5 completed games and adds a small home-ground adjustment.
When and where is GWS Giants vs West Coast Eagles?
GWS Giants host West Coast Eagles in AFLW Round 1, 2026 on Sunday 16 Aug 2026, 4:45pm at ENGIE Stadium. Times are local to the venue.
What is the GWS Giants vs West Coast Eagles head-to-head record?
Across their last 3 meetings between 2023 and 2025 it is GWS Giants 1, West Coast Eagles 2. Those games averaged 93.3 combined points.
Which players should I watch in GWS Giants vs West Coast Eagles?
On 2025 fantasy averages, Zarlie Goldsworthy for GWS Giants and Ella Roberts for West Coast Eagles. The preview lists the top four per club with disposals, goals, marks and tackles per game, and every name links to that player's full stats page.
Is this GWS Giants vs West Coast Eagles preview free?
Yes. The form lean, head-to-head record and player averages for GWS Giants vs West Coast Eagles are free and need no account. Stats Lab members get the deeper fantasy and matchup analysis tools on top.
More this round: every fixture is listed on the AFLW match previews page, with deeper club data on the GWS Giants and West Coast Eagles hubs, and full season stats for every player on the AFLW players page.