Round 2 features Buddy’s quest for 1000 goals on Friday night footy, the Blues search for a 2-0 start and a GF rematch between the Tigers and Giants.<\/span><\/p>\n The Dogs started the season with a 26 pt loss against the Dees as they will rue a slow start in the first quarter. However, Bailey Smith was one their best on field with 33 touches and 11 tackles.<\/span><\/p>\n Carlton come off a rare Round 1 victory over the Tigers on Thursday after a huge comeback in the 4th quarter. Cripps was easily best on ground with 3 goals and 30 disposals. Kennedy and Cerra were great in the midfield with 30+ disposals a goal each. Sam Docherty’s goal was one of the highlights of the game as well.<\/span><\/p>\n Led by the form of Patty Cripps, we can see the Blues taking it to the Dogs for the 4 quarters and getting within 2 goals.<\/span><\/p>\n Stadium Record<\/b><\/p>\n The Dogs have lost 3 straight at Marvel. Carlton are 2-3 at this venue in their last 5.<\/span><\/p>\n Head to Head Record<\/b><\/p>\n The Bulldogs have won 7 of the last 9 meetings.<\/span><\/p>\n Best Bet<\/b><\/p>\n Carlton +13.5 = $1.90<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n The Swans rallied to beat the Giants in Round 1 on the back of a brilliant display by Luke Parker. He kicked 5 goals and was given support by Heeney \/ Florent as the trio combined for 11 goals. Buddy was kept quiet by Phil Davis but he loves Friday night footy and needs just 4 goals to hit the 1000 mark.<\/span><\/p>\n Geelong smashed the Bombers on Saturday by 66 points in a perfect start to the season. Hawkins and new recruit – Tyson Stengle both kicked 4 goals. Patrick Dangerfield looked in great touch with 31 touches and a goal.<\/span><\/p>\n This should be a close game but it’s hard to back against the Cats as underdogs. They have a nice record against the Swans and I just can’t see Sydney getting 11 goals out of three players again. So kicking 100+ pts is likely going to be tougher against the Cats.<\/span><\/p>\n Stadium Record<\/b><\/p>\n Sydney are 4-1 at the SCG in their last 5. Geelong have won 3 of their last 4 at the SCG.<\/span><\/p>\n Head to Head Record<\/b><\/p>\n The Cats have won 4 of their last 5 against Sydney.<\/span><\/p>\n Best Bet<\/b><\/p>\n Geelong +4.5 = $1.90<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n The Pies continued their good form against the Saints with a 17 pt win on Friday night. Lipinski was excellent in his first game for the Pies and De Goey kicked 2 goals. Nick Daicos also looked solid on debut with 27 touches. They will head to the ‘G with a lot of confidence.<\/span><\/p>\n Adelaide played in a heartbreaking 1 pt loss against the Dockers on Sunday. They came alive in the 3rd quarter with 6 goals. But otherwise, they struggled to hit the scoreboard. However, Josh Rachele kicked 5 goals in his first AFL game, which is exciting for Adelaide fans.<\/span><\/p>\n The Pies looked the better side in Round 1 and will have the advantage of a longer break. They also have a nice record against the Crows and should get a boost from the MCG crowd.<\/span><\/p>\n Stadium Record<\/b><\/p>\n The Pies are 2-3 in their last 5 games at the MCG. Adelaide are 0-5 at the MCG since the 2017 GF.<\/span><\/p>\n Head to Head Record<\/b><\/p>\n Collingwood are 4-0 against Adelaide since 2018.<\/span><\/p>\n Best Bet<\/b><\/p>\n Collingwood 1-39 = $2.10<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Round 1 was a forgettable performance by the Bombers as they lost by 66 pts against Geelong. The only brightspot was a 5 goal performance by rookie Nic Martin. However, they’ve lost Langford for 10 weeks and they’ll be desperate for Stringer to return.<\/span><\/p>\n Brisbane overcame a tough battle with the Power on Saturday with an important 11 pt win. Lachie Neale was everywhere as he racked up 31 disposals and 7 clearances. Daniher kicked 4 and will enjoy this matchup with his former team.<\/span><\/p>\n Essendon looked off the pace in Round 1 and the Lions will likely make them pay. Joe Daniher should kick a bag and lead the Lions to a comfortable victory.<\/span><\/p>\n Stadium Record<\/b><\/p>\n The Bombers are 5-0 at Marvel. Brisbane have won their last 3 games at this venue.<\/span><\/p>\n Head to Head Record<\/b><\/p>\n Brisbane are 3-2 against the Bombers since 2017.<\/span><\/p>\n Best Bet<\/b><\/p>\n Brisbane Lions -15.5 = $1.90<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Port not only lost against the Lions by 2 goals but their depth will be tested after a few injuries. Aliir Aliir is out for 6 weeks and he could be joined on the sidelines by Gray\/McKenzie\/Duursma.<\/span><\/p>\n The Hawks ran out the game against the Roos with a 20 pt win on Sunday. Gunston and Lewis both kicked 3 up forward. Meanwhile, Sicily and Jiath were excellent across half-back.<\/span><\/p>\n The Power may struggle after key injuries against the Lions and the Hawks should take confidence out of their second half in Round 1.<\/span><\/p>\n Stadium Record<\/b><\/p>\n Port are 3-1 in their last 4 games at the Adelaide Oval. The Hawks have lost 4 of their last 5 in Adelaide.<\/span><\/p>\n Head to Head Record<\/b><\/p>\n The Power are 3-2 against the Hawks in the last 5 meetings.<\/span><\/p>\n Best Bet<\/b><\/p>\n Hawthorn +27.5 = $1.80<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n The Suns got the job done over in the West with a 27 pt win over the Eagles. Rowell and Touk Miller controlled the game in the midfield. Meanwhile, Rankine kicked 4 goals and Casboult\/Chol gave the Suns a good target up forward.<\/span><\/p>\n The defending champs are 1-0 after a 26 pt win over the Dogs. After winning the Norm Smith in the GF, Petracca continued his red-hot form against the Dogs with 38 touches and 2 goals. Oliver was also strong with 32 disposals and 6 clearances.<\/span><\/p>\n Melbourne will have a huge advantage after playing on Wednesday and the Suns played on Sunday night in Perth. While the Suns do look better in 2022, the Dees by 1-39 looks the best play.<\/span><\/p>\n Stadium Record<\/b><\/p>\n Gold Coast are 0-4 in their last 4 games at Metricon. Melbourne have won 3 of their last 5 on the Gold Coast.<\/span><\/p>\n Head to Head Record<\/b><\/p>\n Melbourne hold a 9-0 record against the Suns and haven’t lost against them since 2014.<\/span><\/p>\n Best Bet<\/b><\/p>\n Melbourne 1-39 = $2.05<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n North will be disappointed with a 20 pt loss against the Hawks after they led in the first half. However, Simpkin and Davies-Uniacke were the standouts in the midfield. Luke McDonald also controlled the backline with 12 marks.<\/span><\/p>\n The Eagles are going though an injury crisis and come off a 27 pt loss at home against the Suns. However, they could get Darling and Shuey back for this clash if they get through fitness tests.<\/span><\/p>\n Tough game to pick with both sides not looking great in Round 1. But the Roos poor record at Marvel and the Eagles likely having a few key players back should get them over the line.<\/span><\/p>\n Stadium Record<\/b><\/p>\n North have lost 11 of their last 12 at Marvel. The Eagles are 4-2 at this venue in their last 6.<\/span><\/p>\n Head to Head Record<\/b><\/p>\n The Eagles have won 5 of the last 7 meetings.<\/span><\/p>\n Best Bet<\/b><\/p>\n West Coast Eagles Win = $1.70<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n Not a great start for the Tigers are getting overrun by the Blues in a 101-76 defeat on Thursday. However, Shai Bolton was excellent with 3 goals and an injury to Dion Prestia was tough to overcome for their midfield. He’s out for 4 weeks along with Jack Riewoldt. So Tom Lynch will be the key target up forward.<\/span><\/p>\n The Giants head to the MCG after a 20 pt loss against the Swans on Saturday. They lacked a forward target without Greene or Hogan. But Tom Green and Tim Taranto played well for the Giants.<\/span><\/p>\n The Tigers have a good record against interstate teams at the MCG. GWS are without key players up forward and the Tigers should have enough pts in them to get the win.<\/span><\/p>\n Stadium Record<\/b><\/p>\n Richmond lost at the MCG last week and have won just 1 of their last 7. The Giants are 3-2 at the MCG.<\/span><\/p>\n Head to Head Record<\/b><\/p>\n The Tigers are 3-2 in the last 5 meetings, including the 2019 GF victory over the Giants.<\/span><\/p>\n Best Bet<\/b><\/p>\nWestern Bulldogs (17th) vs Carlton Blues (5th)<\/b><\/h3>\n
Sydney Swans (6th) vs Geelong Cats (1st)<\/b><\/h3>\n
Collingwood Magpies (7th) vs Adelaide Crows (10th)<\/b><\/h3>\n
Essendon Bombers (18th) vs Brisbane Lions (8th)<\/b><\/h3>\n
Port Adelaide Power (11th) vs Hawthorn Hawks (3rd)<\/b><\/h3>\n
Gold Coast Suns (4th) vs Melbourne Demons (2nd)<\/b><\/h3>\n
North Melbourne Kangaroos (16th) vs West Coast Eagles (15th)<\/b><\/h3>\n
Richmond Tigers (14th) vs GWS Giants (13th)<\/b><\/h3>\n