It’s blockbuster city as we close out the 2021 home-and-away season. We’ve got first versus second, third versus fourth, all but one match has (technical) finals implications – and the one that doesn’t is 17th versus 18th! Hats off to the AFL’s fixturing department. It’s all to play for in the tipping department too. Sevens […]
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In a season of high drama, it’s come down to round 23 to determine the top eight. We take a look at the teams that can still make the finals, and who will earn the double chance.
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