AFL Round 7 Preview

Power V Hawks

Can the insipid Power be turned back on this Friday night? The simple answer is NO NO NO and NO. They are a disgrace to the competition and Matty Primus is ashamed to be coach. They have neither the heart nor any players willing to play for the jumper. The AFL is gravely concerned about the goings on at Alberton and rightly so. The Power boys lost any of the friends they had left with their second embarrassing ‘effort’ in as many weeks.  The Hawks on the other hand are rested up after their insipid second half showing against the Cats and will be eager to prove to the doubters they are a genuine top four threat. Unfortunately, probably no Cyril who is out with a hammy and fortunately no Cam Bruce. It would seem Melbourne’s decision not to sign him for two years was a decision they did get right. The Hawks won’t want to take this easy as their form at Footy Park is awful. Must win game for both clubs and the Hawks will triumph.

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Doggies V Swans

Outstanding effort from the Dogs last week showing signs that they are up there with the elite sides in the comp. Without Hudson, Higgins and Hall they pushed the Pies all the way. The Swans however showed us that despite their tough, hard bodies they need a forward to kick bags of goals if they are to be serious contenders. A crucial game for both sides as they head to the nation's capital this weekend, because with just two wins from five games each, both desperately need the four points. No Kieran Jack will hurt the Bloods and the Dogs have more class. Chocolates for the Dogs. 

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Cats V Kangas

The obvious sub plot here is the Scott brothers facing off for the first time in the regular season, the first time in AFL/VFL history that identical twin brothers have done so. The Cats will be purring after their well earned week off.  Although they will be concentrating on the Roos, it will be hard not to think of the dream clash with the Pies after that. The Roos got some confidence and pride against a side lacking in most departments last week. The Cats have won their last 24 matches at Skilled Stadium. If they win this week, they will have won the most consecutive matches at one venue in the history of the game. They are simply too good for the Roos and should give them a touch up.

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Tigers V Dockers

How good is Dustin Martin? The yellow and black will need him firing on all cylinders this weekend when the Dockers come to town. The Tigers scored a famous victory last time the two teams met but I think the in form Freo may just have their measure this time. They have a plethora of hard, gut running talent and in Kepler Bradley, Jay Van Berlo and Nathan Fyfe, they also have the talent up forward to finish it off. Let’s not forget big Jack down the other end. He has shown why he is an elite player and will provide a handful for the inexperienced Freo defence. Tigers will not be ashamed but will go down nonetheless.

Suggested Bet:  FREMANTLE Under 24.5 - Click here to BET

Suns V Lions

There will be plenty on the line this weekend when the AFL witnesses its first ever Queensland derby. Four competition points, state pride and The Karl Stefanovic Cup for the most unworthy winner of the year will all be up for grabs. The Lions were OK against the Tigers but look further away from a win than ever, while the less said about the Suns on Sunday the better. A draw has never looked like such a likely option. The Lions cannot afford to lose this game. Voss cannot afford to lose this game. Make no mistake, Michael Voss is under enormous pressure this week. The wolves will be baying for his blood. His temporary brain fade after the Lions' loss to Richmond on Saturday night when he gave a blanket spray to his entire side, proves to me that he is the number one dud coach in the comp. Meanwhile the Bollinger the AFL Admins broke out last Saturday turned to good old West Coast Cooler after the Bombers first quarter demolition job on the Suns. Brisbane just.....

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Bombers V Eagles

This looks to be one of the matches of the round. The Bombers are coming off a record breaking game whilst the Eagles had a resounding, confidence boosting win against the Dees. The much maligned Eagles have a forward line of Shuey, LeCras, Kennedy, Lynch and Darling which is right up there in terms of talent. They will provide headaches for the young Bomber defence whose mettle will be well and truly tested here. It was great to see Patty Ryder finally get his hands dirty in a game and his work with Bellchambers and Hille will go a long way in helping this year is a memorable one for the Bombers. James Hird said Dustin Fletcher will definitely play so the veteran defender will return after missing last week’s Gold Coast massacre. Picking the Bombers only because of home field advantage. 

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Dees V Crows

The fans are angry, seasoned AFL commentators, both former coaches and former players are raising eyebrows, and the Demons are being seriously questioned. What can Dean Bailey do to save his job? Win perhaps? The Demons' season is on a knife edge. Their game plan seems nonexistent, the player’s ability to get to the contest and their overall body language is very poor and they haven’t seen the best of number one pick Jack Watts. Adelaide stormed back into top four contention with a brilliant win over the Saints Saturday night. With Tippet on song up forward they are a completely different side. Their senior players seem to be blending with the youth and Neil Craig wasn’t exploding so this can only be good. Crows will be too good.

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Saints V Blues

We know the talents of Chris Judd but every now and again he turns in a performance that makes you consider his place in the list of all-time greats. His 33 disposals last week included 25 contested possessions and 15 clearances and was simply outstanding. No longer a rabble, the Blues have a bit of a swagger back. St Kilda on the other hand is g-a-w-n gorn. Ross Lyon has lost it, and players have lost it. Another quirk in the AFL draw with this being on a Monday night but this wont any difference to the result. Blues in a canter.

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Combined MultiBet Value: $3412.15