Carlton v Hawthorn
- It's arguably the match of the year on Friday night when the Blues ($2.20) play the Hawks ($1.68). The winner takes bragging rights as the next best challenger to the Pies and Cats. The Blues will be worried about containing Buddy - do they rush back Jamison or give him another week? It should be a great match, leaning slightly to the Hawks in a close one.
West Coast v Essendon
- The Bombers ($3.65) fly across to Perth to play the Eagles ($1.29) on Saturday where the punters are keen on the home team to take the points. The Bombers will be hoping their good recent form can help them secure their finals spot and the line start of +24.5 at $1.92 looks generous.
Sydney v St Kilda
- The Swans ($2.30) were outclassed last week and are generally in bad form by their high standards. They play the Saints ($1.63) at ANZ and this is a 'must win' game for them to keep alive their finals hopes. The Saints are in better form and should be too good.
Melbourne v Richmond
- Melbourne ($2.05) and Richmond ($1.78) meet at the MCG and on recent form the Tigers deserve to go in favourite. The Dees will be keen to get a win to end their wretched run so this could be a very competitive game.
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