There are more unbeaten records on the line in the AFL this season, following Geelong’s defeat to Melbourne last weekend and things remain all to play for. The race for the league leader’s shield, the playoffs and to avoid the wooden spoon this season all come into sharp focus with AFL punters and AFL betting sites.
AFL 2024 Round 9
Carlton vs Melbourne
Two sides chasing down a playoff spot hard this season meet here, as old foes Carlton and Melbourne square off. For the blues, addressing their recent blip in form will be their priority but they remain one of the favourites for the AFL Premiership with some punters and AFL betting sites. Meanwhile, Melbourne are a side going places, exemplified by their win over Geelong last weekend and they will need to back that up here. That said, Carlton are going well at home, and they should pick up an important win in this one.
| Bookmaker | Sam’s Tip | Odds |
 | Total Points – Over 161.5 | $1.90 |
 | Winning Margin: Carlton 1-12 | $8.00 |
 | Carlton to win the match | $2.10 |
Predicted Squads
Carlton: Adam Cerra, Adam Saad, Alex Cincotta, Blake Acres, Brodie Kemp, Charlie Curnow, David Cuningham, Harry McKay, Jack Martin, Jacob Weitering, Jordan Boyd, Lachie Fogarty, Marc Pittonet, Matthew Cottrell, Matthew Kennedy, Matthew Owies, Mitch McGovern, Nic Newman, Paddy Dow, Patrick Cripps, Sam Docherty, Sam Walsh, Tom De Koning.
Melbourne: Alex Neal-Bullen, Angus Brayshaw, Bayley Fritsch, Brodie Grundy, Christian Petracca, Christian Salem, Ed Langdon, Harrison Petty, Jack Viney, Jacob Van Rooyen, Jake Lever, James Jordon, Joel Smith, Judd McVee, Kade Chandler, Kysaiah Pickett, Lachie Hunter, Max Gawn, Michael Hibberd, Steven May, Tom Sparrow, Trent Rivers.
Geelong vs Port Adelaide
Bouncing back will be the order of the day here for Geelong, who take on Port Adelaide in an intriguing clash at GMHBA. The Cats saw their 100% record winning streak come to an end against Melbourne last weekend, but they are still in the running for the AFL title with many plenty punters and small betting sites. Port Adelaide meanwhile will be reeling from their Adelaide derby thumping last weekend and they need a response here too. With both sides needing wins, Geelong’s quality could see them over the line.
| Bookmaker | Sam’s Tip | Odds |
| Total Points – Over 159.5 | $1.85 |
| Winning Margin: Geelong 1-12 | $6.50 |
| Geelong to win the match | $1.30 |
Predicted Squads
Geelong: Bradley Close, Gary Rohan, Isaac Smith, Jack Bowes, Jack Henry, Jake Kolodjashnij, Jed Bews, Jeremy Cameron, Max Holmes, Mitch Duncan, Sam De Koning, Tom Atkins, Tom Hawkins, Tom Stewart, Tyson Stengle, Zach Guthrie, Zach Tuohy.
Port Adelaide: Aliir Aliir, Charlie Dixon, Connor Rozee, Dan Houston, Darcy Byrne-Jones, Dylan Williams, J. Horne-Francis, Jed McEntee, Jeremy Finlayson, Josh Sinn, Kane Farrell, Miles Bergman, Ollie Wines, Quinton Narkle, Ryan Burton, Sam Powell-Pepper, Scott Lycett, Todd Marshall, Travis Boak, Trent McKenzie, Willem Drew, Zak Butters.
Fremantle vs Sydney
Following their impressive Sydney derby last weekend, the Swans hit the road here to take on Fremantle. A stunning start to the season has been checked a little by Fremantle in recent weeks but the playoffs do look to be well within reach for the Dockers. Sydney meanwhile are ticking along superbly this term, and they look to have the makings of a side that could also go all the way in AFL 2024. This should be a belter, with the Sydney Swans perhaps having the knowhow to pick up the win.
| Bookmaker | Sam’s Tip | Odds |
| Josh Treacy – First Goal Scorer | $10.00 |
| Sydney to win the match | $1.72 |
| Sydney to win the match | $2.05 |
Predicted Squads
Fremantle: Alex Pearce, Andrew Brayshaw, Brandon Walker, Brennan Cox, Caleb Serong, Ethan Hughes, Hayden Young, Jaeger O'Meara, Jordan Clark, Josh Treacy, Jye Amiss, Lachlan Schultz, Liam Henry, Luke Jackson, Luke Ryan, Matthew Johnson, Michael Walters, Michael Frederick, Nat Fyfe, Neil Erasmus, Sam Switkowski, Sean Darcy.
Sydney: Braeden Campbell, Callum Mills, Dane Rampe, Errol Gulden, Harry Cunningham, Hayden McLean, Isaac Heeney, Jake Lloyd, James Rowbottom, Joel Amartey, Lewis Melican, Logan McDonald, Nick Blakey, Oliver Florent, Robbie Fox, Ryan Clarke, Tom Papley.
Hawthorn vs St Kilda
Following their impressive win on the road at the Western Bulldogs last weekend, Hawthorn will be out to build upon that against St Kilda. The Hawks have shown glimmers of hope this season, but their lack of consistency does look to be an issue for them in 2024. Meanwhile, St Kilda have hit a bit of a wall themselves and they need to get back to winning ways quickly this term. This should be a good one, with St Kilda potentially having the firepower to succeed and they are the favourites for this one with many punters and AFL betting sites.
| Bookmaker | Sam’s Tip | Odds |
| Total Points – Under 165.5 | $1.95 |
| Winning Margin: St Kilda 1-12 | $6.00 |
| St Kilda to win the match | $1.62 |
Predicted Squads
Hawthorn: Blake Hardwick, Cameron Mackenzie, Connor MacDonald, Conor Nash, Dylan Moore, Jack Scrimshaw, Jacob Koschitzke, Jai Newcombe, James Blanck, James Worpel, Jarman Impey, Josh Weddle, Karl Amon, Lachie Bramble, Lloyd Meek, Luke Breust, Mitchell Lewis, Ned Reeves, Sam Frost, Seamus Mitchell, Tyler Brockman, Will Day.
St Kilda: Anthony Caminiti, Ben Paton, Brad Crouch, Bradley Hill, Callum Wilkie, Dan Butler, Dougal Howard, Jack Higgins, Jack Sinclair, Jack Steele, Jade Gresham, Jimmy Webster, Josh Battle, Liam Stocker, Marcus Windhager, Mason Wood, Mattaes Phillipou, Max King, Mitchito Owens, N. Wanganeen-Milera, Rowan Marshall, Ryan Byrnes.
Essendon vs GWS Giants
A pair of sides that could do with a win face off here, as Essendon take on the GWS Giants. For the Bombers, building on their recently improved showings and displaying consistency is their aim, in a game that should suit their playing style. The GWS Giants meanwhile lost heavily to old foes the Sydney Swans last time out, a result they are sure to still be reeling from. This should be a very good game, with home advantage potentially telling for Essendon.
| Bookmaker | Sam’s Tip | Odds |
| Essendon to win the match | $2.38 |
| Total Points – Over 151.5 | $1.68 |
| Winning Margin: Essendon 1-12 | $7.50 |
Predicted Squads
Essendon: Andrew McGrath, Andrew Phillips, Archie Perkins, Ben Hobbs, B. Zerk-Thatcher, Darcy Parish, Dyson Heppell, Jake Kelly, Jake Stringer, Jayden Laverde, Jordan Ridley, Jye Caldwell, Kyle Langford, Mason Redman, Matt Guelfi, Nic Martin, Nick Bryan, Peter Wright, Sam Durham, Sam Weideman, Will Snelling, Zach Merrett.
Greater Western Sydney: Aaron Cadman, Callan Ward, Callum M Brown, Connor Idun, Daniel Lloyd, Finn Callaghan, H. Himmelberg, Harry Perryman, Jack Buckley, Jake Riccardi, Josh Kelly, Jesse Hogan, Kieren Briggs, Lachie Ash, Lachie Whitfield, Lachlan Keeffe, Nick Haynes, Sam Taylor, Stephen Coniglio, Toby Bedford, Toby Greene, Tom Green, Xavier O'Halloran.
Gold Coast vs North Melbourne
The picture at North Melbourne continues to get bleaker and they look to be struggling to pick up a win at any stage of this season in the eyes of many punters and AFL betting sites. Next up is a trip to Gold Coast, a side that have flattered to deceive a little this season and who themselves need to start stringing results together. This one won’t be as one-sided as the odds suggest but Gold Coast should have too much about them for this struggling North Melbourne outfit.
| Bookmaker | Sam’s Tip | Odds |
| Gold Coast to win the match | $1.10 |
| Winning Margin: Gold Coast 13-24 | $7.50 |
| Total Points – Over 161.5 | $1.75 |
Predicted Squads
Gold Coast: Bailey Humphrey, Ben Ainsworth, Ben King, Ben Long, Brandon Ellis, Brayden Fiorini, Charlie Ballard, Darcy MacPherson, David Swallow, Hewego Paul Oea, Jack Lukosius, Jarrod Witts, Lachie Weller, Levi Casboult, Mac Andrew, Malcolm Rosas, Matthew Rowell, Nick Holman, Noah Anderson, Sam Collins, Sam Flanders, Wil Powell.
North Melbourne: Aidan Corr, Bailey Scott, Ben McKay, C. Coleman-Jones, Cameron Zurhaar, Eddie Ford, George Wardlaw, Griffin Logue, Harry Sheezel, Hugh Greenwood, Jack Ziebell, Jaidyn Stephenson, Jy Simpkin, Liam Shiels, Luke McDonald, Nick Larkey, Paul Curtis, Phoenix Spicer, Tarryn Thomas, Todd Goldstein, Tom Powell, Will Phillips.
Richmond vs Western Bulldogs
Another pair of sides struggling for consistency and form meet here, as Richmond host the Western Bulldogs. Richmond have just one win on the card this season and are looking low on confidence, but they know that there is plenty of footy to be played and they have time to turn things around. A loss to Hawthorn last weekend came as a shock to all connected with the Western Bulldogs and they know they need to bounce back in this one. This could be cagey, with the Bulldogs potentially having enough in the tank to win it.
| Bookmaker | Sam’s Tip | Odds |
| Western Bulldogs to win the match | $1.38 |
| Total Points – Over 165.5 | $1.95 |
| Aaron Naughton First Goal Scorer | $9.50 |
Predicted Squads
Richmond: Daniel Rioli, Dustin Martin, Dylan Grimes, Hugo Ralphsmith, Jack Graham, Jack Riewoldt, Jack Ross, Jayden Short, Judson Clarke, Kamdyn McIntosh, Liam Baker, Nathan Broad, Nick Vlastuin, Noah Balta, Samson Ryan, Tim Taranto, Toby Nankervis, Trent Cotchin
Western Bulldogs: Aaron Naughton, Adam Treloar, Alex Keath, Anthony Scott, Bailey Dale, Bailey Smith, Bailey Williams, Caleb Daniel, Cody Weightman, Jack Macrae, Jamarra Ugle-Hagan, Laitham Vandermeer, Liam Jones, Marcus Bontempelli, Mitch Hannan, Oskar Baker, Rhylee West, Rory Lobb, Taylor Duryea, Tim English, Tim O'Brien, Tom Liberatore.
Collingwood vs West Coast
Defending AFL champions Collingwood have endured some rough luck at the start of the 2024 season, but they continue to show resolve. Next up is a tie against the West Coast Eagles, a side who are constantly improving and who should be bang up for this challenge against the Magpies. That said, Collingwood do look to be turning the corner and in front of their home fans, how they would love to run riot here and rack up some serious points on the board.
| Bookmaker | Sam’s Tip | Odds |
| Collingwood to win the match | $1.13 |
| Total Points – Over 169.5 | $1.95 |
| Brody Mihocek First Goal Scorer | $7.50 |
Predicted Squads
Collingwood: Ashley Johnson, Bobby Hill, Brayden Maynard, Brody Mihocek, Darcy Cameron, Darcy Moore, Harvey Harrison, Isaac Quaynor, Jack Crisp, Jamie Elliott, Jeremy Howe, John Noble, Josh Daicos, Mason Cox, Nathan Murphy, Oleg Markov, Patrick Lipinski, Scott Pendlebury, Taylor Adams, Tom Mitchell, W. Hoskin-Elliott.
West Coast: Alex Witherden, Andrew Gaff, Bailey J. Williams, Brady Hough, Dom Sheed, Elijah Hewett, Elliot Yeo, Jack Darling, Jack Petruccelle, Jack Williams, Jayden Hunt, Liam Duggan, Luke Edwards, Luke Shuey, Noah Long, Oscar Allen, Reuben Ginbey, Rhett Bazzo, Ryan Maric, S. Petrevski-Seton, Thomas Barrass, Tim Kelly
Adelaide vs Brisbane
Two sides with identical records in the AFL table finish off the weekly programme here, as Adelaide take on Brisbane. The Crows thrashed local rivals Port Adelaide last weekend and have been saving their best performances for the big teams in the division this season. Meanwhile, the Brisbane Lions got back to winning ways last week, but they remain in a bit of a funk, and they will want to pick up a win here. This is a tough one to call, with neither side in great form but perhaps Adelaide could get the job done at home,
| Bookmaker | Sam’s Tip | Odds |
| Adelaide to win the match | $1.73 |
| Total Points – Over 166.5 | $1.75 |
| Taylor Walker First Goal Scorer | $9.00 |
Predicted Squads
Adelaide: Ben Keays, Brodie Smith, Chayce Jones, Darcy Fogarty, Izak Rankine, Jake Soligo, Jordan Dawson, Jordon Butts, Josh Rachele, Josh Worrell, Lachlan Murphy, Lachlan Sholl, Luke Pedlar, Max Michalanney, Mitchell Hinge, Nick Murray, Reilly O'Brien, Riley Thilthorpe, Rory Laird, Rory Sloane, Taylor Walker, Wayne Milera.
Brisbane: Brandon Starcevich, Cameron Rayner, Charlie Cameron, Conor McKenna, Darcy Wilmot, Deven Robertson, Eric Hipwood, Harris Andrews, Hugh McCluggage, Jack Payne, Jarrod Berry, Joe Daniher, Josh Dunkley, Lachie Neale, Lincoln McCarthy, Oscar McInerney, Ryan Lester, Zac Bailey.
