Gold Coast Titans vs Newcastle Knights Prediction: Titans to end Knights impressive record

In round three of the National Rugby League, Gold Coast Titans will play Newcastle Knights at Robina Stadium. The two teams last meeting ended in Newcastle Knights’ favour. Which team wins this one? Below, a full game preview is presented with betting opportunities. 

Gold Coast Titans

The Gold Coast Titans played Canterbury in their last league game and lost. In a 40-24 disappointing performance, Gold Coast Titans scored 12 goals in each half, despite conceding 22 and 18 in that span. In the meantime, their preseason matches also saw this team pick only one win, coming against the Dolphins in an 18-26 contest. In other encounters, Gold Coast Titans lost to Brisbane Broncos, Penrith Panthers, Newcastle Knights, Sydney Roosters, St. George Illawarra Dragons, and Cronulla Sharks.

Newcastle Knights

Newcastle Knights played Dolphins in their last league game and pulled off a 26-12 win. In that encounter, a 20-16 first-half win was all this team needed to secure maximum points as they settled for a 6-6 draw in the second half. In the meantime, Newcastle Knights opened their season with a win against a stubborn Wests Tigers side, ending 8-10 away from home. Ahead of this game, Newcastle Knights have three consecutive wins and three consecutive wins in this fixture. This team sits 5th in the standings, scoring 36 goals and conceding 20. 

Expert Betting Tips

I feel this is a game where the Gold Coast Titans will respond to their flaws. No doubt, the Newcastle Knights have started their season on the right track, but yet, I am not convinced they have what it takes to defeat Gold Coast in this game. Meanwhile, I expect a competitive contest, and we might witness a defensively minded game. 

Our first option is a win for the Gold Coast Titans with odds at 1.83 on 1Xbet

Our second option is under 50.5 points with odds at 2.00 on Bet365

Our last option is away team under 26.5 with odds at 1.61 on Betway