.A new premiership favourite has actually surfaced after the ladder-leaders capitulated in almighty fashion.The race for a finals berth has actually never been additional ferocious as we enter the last three full weeks of the season.Every staff's show analysed as well as classed in foxfooty.com.au's Around 21 File Card!Watch every activity of every sphere this Toyota AFL Premiership Period deal with no ad-breaks during play on Kayo. New to Kayo? Beginning your free trial today > Round 21WHAT'S BETTING REALLY COSTING YOU? Set a down payment limit.ADELAIDE CROWSIt was actually an identical story for Adelaide versus among the competition's stronger advocates-- sufficient to make all of them squiggle behind time, yet insufficient to find them show up victors. There continues to be actually encouraging signs, however uniformity is actually definitely not their forte in 2024. In the votesLachie Sholl (25 disposals, one target) and Josh Rachele (14 disposals, 3 targets) were actually one of the greatest for the guests. Ben Keays (18 disposals, nine tackles, one target) proceeded his tough form, while Riley Thilthorpe (14 disposals, 10 score participations, three goals) was actually a sign of lighting in the frontal half.Room for improvementThe Crows shed the within 50 count through 16, which when functioning in reverse coming from the stat, makes it very hard to succeed. However a lot more disappointingly, they yielded twenty even more open spaces than they had on their own for the fit-- even with possessing 26 additional hitouts. They aren't pair of stat lines you can shed in tandem and also count on to succeed, thus possibly they were actually privileged to receive as close as they did at complete time.GradeC-BRISBANE LIONSThanks to each their own efficiency and that of Sydney, the Lions are officially the brand new premiership favourites-- a just impressive idea provided their begin to 2024. We've understood it for a little while currently, yet they are actually so back-- and also it's fantastic. Onto GWS upcoming week, which are going to be a much more durable examination than Street Kilda on the weekend.In the votesJoe Daniher (18 disposals, 10 credit rating involvements, four objectives) stood up in the lack of his partner in crime Eric Hipwood, along with the best on ground honours very likely between him as well as Hugh McCluggage (28 fingertips, 9 open spaces, one objective). Dual Brownlow Medallist Lachie Neale (33 disposals, thirteen open spaces) is every odds for a vote additionally in another substantial efficiency. And Web Cam Rayner (22 fingertips, 3 goals) can not be failed to remember either, in what was actually an ultra-strong revealing that matched the likes of the aforementioned.Room for improvementThe Lions allowed Street Kilda to take 122 marks, but that plainly performed pleasant nothing at all in ceasing their riot. You can't request for far more of an edge after a 14-goal succeed when driving, so our experts will not! Total marks.GradeA+' He's sheltering them coming from the stress'|03:03 CARLTONMichael Voss' edge is actually now in genuine hazard of missing out on finals this season, regardless of being in standalone 2nd just 2 weeks back. They therefore almost reversed a 32-point deficiency in the last one-fourth, yet instead they today remain on the side of the best eight with a complement with the in-form Hawks this upcoming weekend.In the votesSeveral Blues installed some piled stat lines final night, along with George Hewett (32 fingertips, 12 clearances, 11 rating involvements) as well as Nic Newman (34 disposals, 12 marks) at the center. Captain Patrick Cripps (30 disposals, 9 inside 50s, one target) was actually huge in the ultimate fourth particularly, while Elijah Hollands (21 fingertips, nine rating engagements, two targets) threatened throughout the ground.Room for improvementOn stated value, cries were pretty solid across the board, truly only dropping the ruck battle versus Darcy Cameron. Their 15 behinds (6 hurried) certainly really did not aid early when they could possibly've gotten the first energy, yet in general, they were in fact much less inaccurate than Collingwood in front of the big sticks. Following week is actually right now a must-win. GradeC-COLLINGWOODWhen their spines were effectively as well as absolutely up against the wall structure, the Magpies managed to come away with 4 factors-- on an even bigger stage given Pendlebury's 400th video game at AFL degree. They are actually still effectively and genuinely up versus it to play in September, however this win need to perform miracles for their confidence. A suit against the grossly out-of-form ladder-leaders Sydney awaits them on Friday night.In the votesForward Can Hoskin-Elliott (20 disposals, 11 score participations, 10 symbols, 2 goals) was actually remarkable for the white and black up onward, appearing at critical points throughout the suit. Scar Daicos (28 disposals, seven allowances, one objective) was actually powerful around the ground, yet would possess liked to do with a higher productivity. Turning point man Scott Pendlebury (27 fingertips, 9 clearances) might also grab an enact activity 400! Space for improvementIt had not been pretty on paper, however very most significantly it thinks, the Pies have rather received their mojo back. They haven't constantly been a group to dominate the stat piece under Craig McRae, yet when you take the four points it typically does not matter. If they may take advantage of the Swans, they're back!GradeB+ Kingy unleashes on 'startling' Swans|03:52 ESSENDONThe finals dream is alive! Albeit rarely, yet the Bombing planes are still in the conversation for an improbable September berth. It didn't look possible at the start of the final one-fourth against Fremantle, but ultimately, they managed to result in a distress. Their midfield was shooting and the foremost pipe looked solid enough ... they couldn't produce it, could possibly they?In the votesThe Essendon midfielders possessed plenty of it, yet Jake Stringer (four goals, 10 tackles, eight fingertips) triumphes as absolute best on ground, despite his tiny things matter-- provided his initial half efficiency maintained Essendon within striking distance. Nic Martin (25 disposals, two objectives) started incredibly sluggish, yet his significant 2nd one-half improved Stringer's foundation when the game needed to be gained. Jye Caldwell (32 disposals, 7 inside 50s, six addresses) was actually outstanding in the motor space, and also need to claim a vote or 2 for his efforts.Room for improvementApart from a tiny blip around allowance, the Bombers were pretty solid all game-- and had the ability to eliminate a sturdy Dockers ensemble that were actually rarely feeble. Where's this been the final two months, Essendon ?! Beat Gold Shore in your home (as they should) this weekend as well as the finals talk will certainly continue.GradeA-FREMANTLEOh so approach a game they would certainly've had down as an anticipated win on the air travel to Melbourne. Instead, they've flown back thinking of what could've been actually third area. Credit score where it's due, the Bombers participated in extremely well-- but Justin Longmuir will certainly know his side needs to liquidate video games easily if they are actually to be any kind of opportunity of a maiden club premiership in 2024. In the votesDefender-turned-midfielder Hayden Youthful (27 disposals, 7 clearances, 7 inside sevens, pair of goals) began like a residence on fire for the Dockers, and maintained them over water for a lot of the suit. Forwards Jye Amiss (4 targets) and Josh Treacy (three targets) enjoyed with higher influence up onward, while Andrew Brayshaw (33 fingertips, eight clearances) was actually a bull with the center of the ground.Room for improvementOnly in the inside fifty count were the Dockers pounded thoroughly due to the Bombing planes on Sunday mid-day, in what was actually typically a fairly also competition. The loss places a hole in their leading four chances for certain, yet possibly it was actually the reminder they required to maintain all of them on their feet moving right into September?GradeC- Lions pick Saints apart in demolition|01:02 GEELONGThe Pussy-cats possess right now almost secured themselves in for September action with their 13th succeed of 2024. It wasn't extremely quite with the exception of super star Jeremy Cameron, yet it was enough to acquire it done-- and also occasionally in finals, you need to have to win awful. With Gary Rohan perhaps back next week, they'll simply get stronger.In the votesJeremy Cameron (17 fingertips, 6 goals, 5 inside 50s) was exceptional for the Pet cats, booting three targets in each half to guide his side home. Tanner Bruhn (23 fingertips, eight open spaces, one objective) and Tom Stewart (28 fingertips) were actually impactful, while Shaun Mannagh (17 disposals, 5 open spaces, two goals) and Tyson Stengle (twenty fingertips, nine rating involvements, one objective) gave Cameron wonderful assistance in the forward half.Room for improvementTheir lack of ruckman hasn't seemed to be to become anywhere near as much of a problem as people very first believed, as well as the other day was actually another testament to that theory. They permitted the Crows to rack up 101 scores and also gain control throughout spots of the suit, however inevitably it did work in their favor enough.GradeBGOLD shoreline SUNSGold Coast's period is just about over after however, another disappointing defeat, this time around at the hands of West Shoreline. It was the Suns' 17th consecutive loss when driving, a damning stat for Damien Hardwick's side. Their failure to win far from home is actually something that they must take care of over the off-season because till they become a more consistent edge, finals are going to not be on the cards.In the votesContested beast Matt Rowell battled hard all evening for the Suns scoring 30 contacts, 21 contested ownerships as well as 10 takes on, while partner in crime Noah Anderson had 30 as well as a goal themself. Ruck Jarrod Witts controlled that struggle, documenting an immense 52 hitouts, 21 fingertips and also a target. Mac computer Andrew booted 3 goals as a forward. Area for improvementThere's a reoccuring concept of immaturity at the Suns immediately. Damien Hardwick's side remain to be tormented through inexperience and it appears the mental variable of having actually failed thus frequently out of home is actually taking its toll. The Suns also battled to relocate the round sometimes, going slow-moving in switch. They also shed both the space (-9) as well as centre clearance (-6) battles.GradeD-Dons attempt to fantasize after legendary rebound|02:18 GWS GIANTSThe Giants arised from the clouds to overwhelm the red-hot Hawks at Manuka Oval, pressing on their own into the leading four. Their fourth one-fourth comeback made it 5 consecutive wins for Adam Kingsley's side, that have gone from being contact as well as go for the eight, to a big shot at the double opportunity. A difficult couple of full weeks continue to be against Brisbane, Fremantle and also the Western Side Bulldogs, but we know when the Orange Tsunami is actually spinning, they can match it along with any individual. In the votesSpearhead Jesse Hogan starred with five objectives as well as is currently leading the Coleman Medal race, while leader Toby Greene stood up when his edge required him with 3.2 coming from 17 contacts. Lachie Whitfield performed whatever he satisfied piling up a huge 37 fingertips, while midfield upward Tom Eco-friendly was the hero with a link objective late. Space for improvementThe Giants just kicked 5 objectives in the first three one-fourths, but a seven-goal blitz in the ultimate verse found all of them get over the line. Kingsley's men were unreliable facing goal early, to ensure that is undoubtedly something they 'd want to deal with for following week. The Giants additionally heavily dropped the facility space count (-8 ). GradeB+ HAWTHORNThe Hawks skipped a golden opportunity to push their finals cases after they were overwhelmed by the GWS Giants on Sunday mid-day. The Hawks blew a 28-point top at the final change as the Giants presented an almighty comeback. It suggests recently's clash against Carlton is actually properly an eradication ultimate, because you 'd assume the Hawks to bank wins versus Richmond and North Melbourne in the last week. Can they answer? In the votesMidfield bull Jai Newcombe was actually prominent at the charcoal skin, along with 30 fingertips, 19 opposed ownerships and 11 approvals. Massimo D'Ambrosio has been actually an outstanding pickup this period and was actually brilliant with 22 touches and 2 majors. Expert Port Gunston booted 4 objectives to absolve his inclusion, while Karl Amon likewise possessed 30 disposals.Room for improvementYou can't play 3 fourths of good football and escape it in a time as close as this set. Mitchell's side will certainly must stroke their wounds this week before a must-win fit against Carlton. They didn't definitely possess the answers for Jesse Hogan and could not battle back energy late. GradeC-Orange Tsunami crushes the Hawks|02:32 MELBOURNEMelbourne's season gets on life support after an unsatisfactory 51-point loss by the Western side Bulldogs on Friday night. Simon Goodwin's troops were actually slow out of the blocks and also were actually incapable to battle drive back after a sloppy beginning as their period document slumped to 10-10. With a tricky few fixtures remaining versus Port Adelaide (home), Gold Coastline (away) and Collingwood (home), it looks as though their time may be over. In the votesCaptain Max Gawn combated on all night even with an intensely strapped ankle, collecting 23 fingertips, nine marks as well as an objective in an intriguing battle with Pets ruck Tim English. Youthful gun Trent Rivers (25 fingertips, one goal) continues to expand in a new midfield task, while guardian Jake Bowey (25) found lots of the footy in protection. Space for improvementThere's a lot for Goodwin's edge to deal with afterwards performance. The Dees were smashed in fingertips (-55 ), inside 50s (-26) and easy things (-59 ). Melbourne's dealing with likewise left a little to become preferred, taping 9 overlooked handles in the first one-half alone-- the competition standard is actually 8 for a video game. There were loads of players who had their colours decreased and also will certainly would like to recuperate upcoming full week versus the Energy. GradeFNORTH MELBOURNEThe Kangas held back an advanced fee coming from the Tigers to safeguard a 13-point triumph and also just their third gain of the season. There was actually lots of feeling post-match as gamers seized and also commemorated co-captain Luke McDonald's 200th AFL match. The Roos host West Coast in Hobart upcoming full week as they intend to secure back-to-back wins for the very first time given that the position rounds of final season.In the votesLuke Davies-Uniacke was actually positively exclusive, booting a career-high three objectives coming from 33 touches. Ruck Tristan Xerri is actually genuinely in the chat for All-Australian honours after twenty fingertips, ten deals with and forty five hitouts in an additional sturdy show. Lead Nick Larkey kicked a bag of five goals as the main destroyer. Room for improvementThe important point was actually the Roos got the win, yet it was much from convincing. They dropped the within 50s (-16) and also allowances (-6) as well as allow the Tigers back right into it in the 4th quarter. Let's be sincere however, a gain's a succeed and also it was actually a big step towards this soccer nightclub lastly dropping their simple beats tag.GradeBChris Fagan all appreciation for Ryan Lester|08:12 PORT ADELAIDEWow. If there was actually ever before a statement to send out to the rest of the competition, it is actually beating the step ladder innovators through 112 aspects. As well as it is actually a win they definitely would not have actually booked, which implies they've right now climbed into legitimate leading 4 estimates in spite of their hard operate home. Take a chance to aspiration ... In the votesThe belittled Willem Drew (32 fingertips, 11 rating engagements, 8 inside 50s, eight open spaces) most likely slips by a plethora of colleagues for the three votes along with his efficiency, however it really may be anybody. Fellow midfielders Jason Horne-Francis (27 fingertips, 12 credit rating involvements, one objective), captain Connor Rozee (27 disposals, one objective) and Zak Butters (30 fingertips, 10 rating participations, eight deals with) made certain of the greatest midfield this period. Mitch Georgiades (14 fingertips, 11 credit rating engagements, four targets) and also Willie Rioli (10 fingertips, 4 targets) broke the ice up ahead, while Dan Houston (24 disposals, 12 scores, two targets) was electric in shift. Choose, umpires!Room for improvementNil, absolutely nothing, naught, nada. Pass on one of the most all-around efficiency of any type of team in 2024 - this's complete marks as well as taking flight colours.GradeA+ RICHMONDThe Tigers appear fated to take choice 1 into the nationwide draught this year after falling to a 13-point loss versus North Melbourne in the 'Spoonbowl'. The Tigers organized a spirited fightback late, but ultimately fell short. Some difficult fixtures versus Street Kilda, Hawthorn and also the Gold Coast are actually to follow, yet it seems as though a wood spoon awaits.In the votesCaptain Toby Nankervis possessed a fascinating duel along with Roos ruck Tristan Xerri, while hard-nut Liam Cook developed five gos on goal from 21 disposals. Sphere magnet Tim Taranto had 27 contacts and eight takes on and veteran Dion Prestia possessed a team-high 29 disposals.Room for improvementOn paper the Tigers installed some practical numbers, winning the inside 50 differential and also offering on their own a lot of possibilities facing the major sticks. They allowed the Roos to overdo 5 goals late in the 3rd region which wasted the scope out and also was ultimately the transforming score of the activity. GradeDLyon has no excuses after huge loss|07:22 ST KILDAIs it bad to say our company anticipated this? They had persuading wins over the Eagles and Bombers all over the last fortnight, however regrettably the Saints came plunging pull back to The planet in their 85-point hammering through Brisbane. Blooding the young people and also exercising what their list will appear like in 2025 is certainly the concern currently, as Ross the one in charge and co look readied to make some large consult the off-season. In the votesPlenty of Saints had their hands on the sphere on Sunday evening, but plainly it really did not carry out much for completion result. Child Mattaes Phillipou (24 disposals, 5 open spaces, one goal) mad an additional great video game during the ground, while standard suspects Port Sinclair (30 disposals, eight takes on), Port Steele (23 fingertips, 7 handles) as well as Rowan Marshall (17 fingertips, 18 hitouts, two goals) tried hard. He really did not get numerous take a look at it, however Tim Membrey (thirteen disposals, 8 rating participations, 8 marks, one target) looked intimidating up forward.Room for improvementSt Kilda reduction the activity in the allowance war, enabling the Lions to much more than increase their own matter. Simply one target in the very first 2 and a half of fourths creates abysmal analysis, irrespective of how really good the hostility are actually. Richmond following full week is actually a must-win-- except just about anything besides their personal wellness as well as identity.GradeFSYDNEY SWANSSometimes, the much less terms better explain a functionality like this. The most awful loss in John Longmire's operate as trainer couldn't have actually come at a much worse time for a club that was actually merely 6 full weeks earlier considered irresistible. As well as with that said, they're no longer premiership favourites.In the votesIt do without claiming, however there won't be actually any Swans ballot this sphere happened Brownlow night. The performances of Errol Gulden (25 disposals, 6 inside 50s, 568 metres acquired) and also Brodie Grundy (15 disposals, 32 hitouts, eight clearances) cost taking note, however the latter was still away his harmful best.Room for improvementThe merely pair of stat lines the Swans beat the Energy in were actually hitouts and takes on-- and also the last only came about because you are actually simply dealing with when your crew does not possess the ball (which was a lot on Saturday evening). It remains to be observed in what capacity, but accurately some large modifications need to be brought in if the Swans are to spare on their own from absolutely de-railing in 2024. A gain on Friday night over Collingwood would perform them the world of excellent, given they are currently no more a downright padlock for a home certifying final.GradeFScott on Dons' swing of momentum|12:12 WEST COASTWest Shoreline protected their 1st gain given that rounded 10 and also to begin with under interim instructor Jarrod Schofield in awesome cultures against the Gold Shore Suns at Optus Stadium. The Eagles had the ability to overcome a 23-point shortage in the 3rd condition along with the home group behind them as co-captain Liam Duggan and also experienced Jamie Cripps turned up link with a set lately objectives to gain the game.In the votesStar on-ballers Elliot Yeo and Tim Kelly were actually fantastic, acquiring 29 as well as 26 disposals specifically. Secret onward Jake Waterman proceeded his promote a Coleman Award with four goals, while pro Port Beloved wound back the time clock along with 22 disposals, 6 handles as well as a goal.Room for improvementA succeed's a succeed for an Eagles side that has struggled for many years and also that have actually possessed a very daunting month with the leave of past coach Adam Simpson. They battled very early contending with a Mac Andrew-led Suns forward line, yet cleaned up that up quickly at half opportunity. GradeAWESTERN BULLDOGSThe Western Bulldogs continued to push their leading 4 insurance claims with an emphatic 51-point success over Melbourne. The Canines did the damage early, creating a blistering opening ten mins where they entirely controlled the activity. With matches versus Adelaide (away), North Melbourne (home) and also the GWS Giants (home) to follow, Luke Beveridge's side are well put to create a serious statement in September.In the votesCaptain Marcus Bontempelli led from the front racking up thirty three fingertips, 2 targets and an immense 16 credit rating participations in what was actually undoubtedly a three-vote efficiency come Brownlow Medal evening. Star midfielder Adam Treloar contributed in the success, scoring 30 contacts and pair of goals, while half-back Bailey Dale gave plenty of drive along with 34 disposals and also 647 metres gained.Room for improvementIt was actually a dominant evening for the Doggies, who prepared the tone early for an emphatic success. They did skip some possibilities before target though which Luke Beveridge would no question like all of them to clean in advance of an excursion to Adelaide upcoming week. A 51-point triumph was terrific, but it could possess been actually even more if they turned better before the huge sticks.GradeA.