RegisterLog in
  • Home
  • Rugby League
  • NRL
timer

This preview has expired.

See all our latest betting tips or suggested betting sites

Parramatta Eels vs Manly Sea Eagles NRL Betting Tips - Manly to send the Eels packing in Round 18

jeremy-darke
Jeremy Darke
Editor
Last updated: Thu 02 Jul 2026 10:29
The upcoming NRL clash sees the Manly Sea Eagles strongly favoured over the struggling Parramatta Eels. Manly have won three of their last five games and boast a disciplined defense, conceding only 13.8 points per game recently. Parramatta, in contrast, have averaged just 13.8 points in their last five outings and lost four of them. The verdict recommends backing Manly to win by 13+, Tom Trbojevic to score 2+ tries, and Parramatta to score under 20.5 points, reflecting form and recent head-to-head trends.
Share
Jeremy Darke 02 Jul 2026
Share this article
Or copy link
Copy
  • Manly tipped to win by 13+ points over Parramatta.
  • Eels have lost 4 of last 5 games, averaging just 13.8 points.
  • Tom Trbojevic backed for 2+ tries.
Expired
tom trbojevic
Tom Trbojevic to star for the Sea Eagles (Getty Images)

Parramatta Eels vs Manly Sea Eagles Verdict


Manly Sea Eagles are tipped to dominate this NRL Round 18 with Tom Trbojevic backed to score 2+ tries. The Eels have lost four of their last five matches and average just 13.8 points in that time - and they haven't got the firepower to trouble Manly.

  • Four of the last five meetings have been decided by 14 points or more.
  • Parramatta have averaged just 13.8 points across their last five matches.
  • Manly have conceded only 13.8 points per game across their last five.
  • Tom Trbojevic rates as the best value tryscoring play with 2+ tries.

Head to Head


Manly have won three of the last five meetings between the clubs, including a convincing 33-18 victory earlier this season. 

More importantly for punters, four of those five clashes have been decided by at least 14 points, suggesting this fixture has regularly produced comfortable victories rather than close finishes.

Parramatta Eels Form - Eels Struggling


Parramatta have lost four of their last five matches and remain near the bottom of the ladder, averaging just 13.8 points per game during that period. 

Their attack has lacked polish without sustained possession, and despite competing physically through the middle, they have struggled to convert opportunities into points.

Jonah Pezet returns for his first NRL appearance since Round 5 to replace Mitchell Moses, providing another organising option in the halves. 

However, the Eels face one of the competition's more disciplined defensive teams and will need to significantly improve their execution if they are to keep pace.

Manly Sea Eagles Form - Momentum Building


Manly have won three of their last five matches and continue to build towards the finals behind one of the NRL's strongest defensive records. 

They have conceded only 13.8 points per game over that stretch while allowing their experienced spine to control field position before capitalising on opposition mistakes.

The loss of Luke Brooks is significant, but Jamal Fogarty takes full control of the side, while Tom Trbojevic remains the focal point of the attack. 

The returns of Reuben Garrick and Clayton Faulalo further strengthen a backline that already features Jason Saab, giving Manly plenty of strike despite missing Haumole Olakau'atu through Origin.

Verdict

Take Manly 13+ and Parramatta Under 20.5 team total and Turbo for a double.

Best Bet1: Manly Sea Eagles 13+ Winning Margin @5/4 at bet365 - 2 Units
Best Bet2: Parramatta Under 20.5 Team Total @7/8 at dabble - 3 Units
Best Bet3: Tom Trbojevic 2+ Tries @12/5 at Star Sports - 1 Unit
Best Bet4: Tom Trbojevic First Tryscorer @15/2 at Ken Howells - 1 Unit
Manly Sea Eagles
13+ Winning Margin
@5/4 - 2 Units
Bet £10 Get £30
with bonus code NEWBONUS

Available to new customers only. Make a qualifying deposit of £5 or more and claim the offer within 30 days of registering your account to qualify for 300% of that amount in Bet Credits, up to a maximum of £30 in Bet Credits. Once released, your Bet Credits will be held in your account balance and are non-withdrawable. Min deposit requirement. Free Bets are paid as Bet Credits and are available for use upon settlement of qualifying bets. Min odds, bet and payment method exclusions apply. Returns exclude Bet Credits stake. Registration required. Time limits and T&Cs apply. The bonus code NEWBONUS can be used during registration but does not change the offer amount in any way. #ad

Bet at bet365
Parramatta Under 20.5
Team Total
@7/8 - 3 Units
Bet £10 Get £10
Promo Code: NEWBONUS

New customers only. Bet £10+ to receive £10 in Free Bets. 7-day free bet expiry. Stake not returned. Promotional Terms Apply. 18+. GambleAware.org

Bet at dabble
Tom Trbojevic
2+ Tries
@12/5 - 1 Unit
Bet £20 Get £10
Use promo code NEWBONUS

18+ New customers only. Bet £20 (or more) EVS (2.0) or greater Get 2 x £5 Free Bets. 1 x £5 Free Bet paid automatically & following £5 Free Bet after 24hrs. Min Free Bet odds 4/1 (5.0) on accumulators Trebles & upwards. Expires after 24hrs. Full T&Cs apply. GambleAware.org

Bet at Star Sports
Tom Trbojevic
First Tryscorer
@15/2 - 1 Unit
up to £25 Cashback
50% back with code NEWBONUS

The Ken Howells promo code is NEWBONUS. 18+ only. T&Cs apply. begambleaware.org

Bet at Ken Howells
jeremy-darke
Jeremy Darke

Sports Editor & Betting Analyst • 15+ Years of Experience, Australian Sports Specialist

Jeremy is a freelance journalist who is a true sports activist. A die-hard fan of the NRL all his life and also has a passion for all the major American sports.


From when he was a little fella he has played most sports ranging from rugby, ice hockey, tennis and football, just to name a few. His interest in analytics and statistics helps him find the edge while writing previews and being a regular tipster.

Read More

Related

Top Betting Sites

special-offer-1Betting offers

Upcoming Events

08 May 2026

  • WNBA 2026 -
  • Basketball

15 July 2026

  • VCT 2026 EMEA Stage 2 -
  • Esports

16 July 2026

  • VCT 2026 Pacific Stage 2 -
  • Esports
  • VCT 2026 Americas Stage 2 -
  • Esports
Load More
05 Jul 2026

Parramatta Eels v Manly Sea Eagles

Today's Acca Tips

  • Soccer tips

  • Horse Racing tips

  • Tennis tips

 bonus image
Resources
Copyright © 2026 All Rights Reserved. Reproduction in whole or in part in any form or medium without express written permission is prohibited. Players must be 18 or over and located in jurisdictions where online gambling is legal. Please play responsibly. Bet with your head, not over it. Know when to Stop. Gamble responsibly and Think about your choices. If you or someone you know has a gambling problem, and wants help, call or visit: gamcare.org.uk (UK), 800gambler.org (US), or gamblinghelponline.org.au (Australia). Gambling is addictive 18+. #Ads © 2026 freetips.com
Hear more from Freetips.com