.A brand new premiership favourite has developed after the ladder-leaders submitted in almighty fashion.The ethnicity for a finals berth has actually never ever been additional brutal as our experts go into the last 3 full weeks of the season.Every crew's performance analysed and classed in foxfooty.com.au's Sphere 21 Report Card!Watch every activity of every around this Toyota AFL Premiership Time LIVE with no ad-breaks during the course of play on Kayo. New to Kayo? Start your free of charge trial today > Round 21WHAT'S BETTING REALLY PRICING YOU? Set a down payment limit.ADELAIDE CROWSIt was actually a comparable account for Adelaide versus some of the competitors's more powerful advocates-- satisfactory to create all of them squirm behind time, yet not enough to observe them come out winners. There continues to be encouraging indications, but uniformity is absolutely not their forte in 2024. In the votesLachie Sholl (25 disposals, one goal) as well as Josh Rachele (14 disposals, three objectives) were actually with the best for the visitors. Ben Keays (18 fingertips, 9 deals with, one objective) proceeded his tough form, while Riley Thilthorpe (14 fingertips, 10 credit rating involvements, three goals) was actually a beacon of lighting in the main half.Room for improvementThe Crows shed the within fifty matter by 16, which when working back coming from the stat, makes it really hard to succeed. But much more disappointingly, they conceded twenty even more clearances than they had themselves for the match-- regardless of having 26 more hitouts. They aren't 2 stat collections you can lose in tandem and also count on to gain, so maybe they were privileged to receive as close as they carried out at full time.GradeC-BRISBANE LIONSThanks to both their own efficiency and that of Sydney, the Lions are actually formally the brand new premiership favourites-- a simply unbelievable idea offered their beginning to 2024. Our company've recognized it momentarily right now, yet they are so back-- and also it is actually fantastic. Onto GWS next full week, which will be actually a much harder examination than St Kilda on the weekend.In the votesJoe Daniher (18 disposals, 10 credit rating participations, 4 objectives) stood in the absence of his partner in crime Eric Hipwood, with the best on ground honours likely between him as well as Hugh McCluggage (28 disposals, 9 clearances, one target). Twin Brownlow Medallist Lachie Neale (thirty three fingertips, 13 open spaces) is every possibility for a vote likewise in another huge efficiency. As Well As Camera Rayner (22 fingertips, three objectives) can not be actually overlooked either, in what was actually an ultra-strong revealing that matched the similarity the aforementioned.Room for improvementThe Lions made it possible for St Kilda to take 122 marks, yet that seemingly did delightful nothing in ceasing their riot. You can't request for a lot more of an edge after a 14-goal gain on the road, so we will not! Full marks.GradeA+' He is actually protecting all of them coming from the stress'|03:03 CARLTONMichael Voss' side is actually today in real risk of skipping finals this time, in spite of sitting in standalone 2nd simply pair of weeks ago. They therefore virtually reversed a 32-point shortage in the ultimate one-fourth, yet rather they right now sit on the side of the top 8 with a complement along with the in-form Hawks this upcoming weekend.In the votesSeveral Blues installed some stacked stat lines final night, with George Hewett (32 disposals, 12 approvals, 11 rating engagements) and Nic Newman (34 fingertips, 12 symbols) at the forefront. Captain Patrick Cripps (30 disposals, 9 inside 50s, one objective) was actually huge in the final fourth specifically, while Elijah Hollands (21 fingertips, nine score involvements, two targets) threatened all around the ground.Room for improvementOn face value, cries were pretty solid across the board, really simply losing the ruck battle against Darcy Cameron. Their 15 behinds (6 hurried) certainly didn't aid early when they could possibly possess gained the initial drive, yet overall, they were really a lot less imprecise than Collingwood before the huge sticks. Upcoming full week is actually now a must-win. GradeC-COLLINGWOODWhen their backs were actually effectively and also definitely competing with the wall structure, the Magpies had the capacity to come away along with four aspects-- on an also larger phase given Pendlebury's 400th video game at AFL level. They're still properly as well as really up versus it to play in September, but this win ought to do miracles for their self-confidence. A complement versus the grossly out-of-form ladder-leaders Sydney awaits all of them on Friday night.In the votesForward Last will and testament Hoskin-Elliott (20 disposals, 11 rating involvements, 10 proofs, pair of targets) was actually remarkable for the black and white up forward, popping up at crucial points throughout the suit. Chip Daicos (28 disposals, seven spaces, one objective) was actually sturdy around the ground, yet will've suched as to finish with a higher performance. Turning point guy Scott Pendlebury (27 fingertips, nine allowances) can even impediment a vote in game 400! Room for improvementIt had not been rather on paper, however most notably it experiences, the Pies have actually quite acquired their mojo back. They have not regularly been actually a group to control the stat sheet under Craig McRae, but when you take the four points it usually doesn't matter. If they can take advantage of the Swans, they're back!GradeB+ Kingy lets loose on 'alarming' Swans|03:52 ESSENDONThe finals aspiration is alive! Albeit scarcely, however the Bombing planes are actually still in the conversation for an unlikely September berth. It didn't appear achievable at the beginning of the final quarter against Fremantle, but in the long run, they managed to create a distress. Their midfield was actually firing as well as the forward pipe looked strong enough ... they could not create it, might they?In the votesThe Essendon midfielders possessed a lot of it, yet Jake Stringer (four goals, 10 handles, eight fingertips) takes the cake as ideal on ground, regardless of his tiny things matter-- offered his initial one-half performance always kept Essendon within striking proximity. Nic Martin (25 disposals, 2 targets) started extremely sluggish, but his large 2nd half improved Stringer's foundation when the video game needed to become won. Jye Caldwell (32 disposals, seven inside 50s, 6 handles) was actually spectacular in the engine area, as well as ought to claim a ballot or 2 for his efforts.Room for improvementApart coming from a small spot around allowance, the Bombing planes were actually pretty sturdy all game-- and also had the ability to get rid of a solid Dockers attire that were actually never fragile. Where's this been the final two months, Essendon ?! Beat Gold Coastline in your home (as they should) this weekend as well as the finals discussion will certainly continue.GradeA-FREMANTLEOh so approach a video game they would certainly've possessed down as an anticipated win on the tour to Melbourne. Rather, they've flown back thinking about what could've been actually third spot. Credit rating where it's due, the Bombing planes played very well-- but Justin Longmuir are going to understand his edge needs to have to terminate the account video games easily if they are actually to be any type of odds of a maiden club premiership in 2024. In the votesDefender-turned-midfielder Hayden Youthful (27 disposals, 7 clearances, seven inside 5s, 2 targets) began like a residence on fire for the Dockers, and maintained all of them above water for many of the match. Ahead Jye Amiss (4 goals) and also Josh Treacy (three goals) had fun with higher impact up ahead, while Andrew Brayshaw (thirty three disposals, 8 approvals) was actually a bull through the center of the ground.Room for improvementOnly in the within fifty count were actually the Dockers pounded adequately by the Bombers on Sunday afternoon, in what was typically a reasonably also contest. The loss places an opening in their top 4 odds for certain, but perhaps it was the suggestion they needed to have to maintain them on their feet moving into September?GradeC- Cougars pick Saints apart in leveling|01:02 GEELONGThe Kitties possess now all but secured themselves in for September activity with their 13th succeed of 2024. It wasn't excessively pretty with the exception of super star Jeremy Cameron, however it sufficed to get it performed-- and sometimes in finals, you need to have to win hideous. Along with Gary Rohan with any luck back upcoming week, they'll only receive stronger.In the votesJeremy Cameron (17 disposals, 6 targets, five inside 50s) was actually exceptional for the Cats, kicking three objectives in each fifty percent to guide his side home. Tanner Bruhn (23 disposals, 8 spaces, one objective) and Tom Stewart (28 disposals) were impactful, while Shaun Mannagh (17 fingertips, five allowances, two targets) as well as Tyson Stengle (20 fingertips, nine score participations, one objective) provided Cameron wonderful support in the forward half.Room for improvementTheir lack of ruckman hasn't seemed to become anywhere near as a lot of a concern as individuals 1st believed, and the other day was an additional testament to that idea. They allowed the Crows to rack up 101 marks and also capture throughout spots of the match, but essentially it did work in their favour enough.GradeBGOLD shoreline SUNSGold Shoreline's time is actually almost over after however, an additional frustrating loss, this moment through West Coast. It was the Suns' 17th successive reduction when driving, a damning stat for Damien Hardwick's side. Their incapacity to gain out of home is actually something that they have to deal with over the off-season because till they end up being an even more regular edge, finals are going to certainly not get on the cards.In the votesContested creature Matt Rowell combated hard all evening for the Suns scoring 30 touches, 21 contested ownerships and ten takes on, while partner in crime Noah Anderson possessed 30 and also a target themself. Ruck Jarrod Witts controlled that war, capturing an enormous 52 hitouts, 21 fingertips and a target. Mac Andrew booted 3 goals as a forward. Area for improvementThere's a reoccuring concept of immaturity at the Suns at this moment. Damien Hardwick's edge remain to be actually afflicted through lack of skill as well as it appears the psychological element of having actually failed therefore typically out of home is taking its cost. The Suns also struggled to relocate the round sometimes, going sluggish in transition. They likewise dropped both the clearance (-9) as well as center space (-6) battles.GradeD-Dons attempt to dream after impressive resurgence|02:18 GWS GIANTSThe Giants came from the clouds to overwhelm the red-hot Hawks at Manuka Oval, pushing on their own right into the leading four. Their 4th quarter revival created it five successive success for Adam Kingsley's side, who have gone from being touch as well as go for the 8, to a big shot at the dual odds. A challenging few full weeks continue to be versus Brisbane, Fremantle and the Western Bulldogs, however we understand when the Orange Tsunami is spinning, they may match it with anybody. In the votesSpearhead Jesse Hogan starred with 5 objectives as well as is now leading the Coleman Medal race, while leader Toby Greene stood when his edge required him with 3.2 coming from 17 contacts. Lachie Whitfield did whatever he pleased piling up a massive 37 fingertips, while midfield bull Tom Veggie was actually the hero with a clutch goal late. Space for improvementThe Giants only booted five objectives in the initial 3 fourths, however a seven-goal assault in the last stanza viewed all of them overcome free throw line. Kingsley's men were actually incorrect before objective early, in order that is actually undoubtedly something they will intend to fix for next week. The Giants also highly lost the center clearance matter (-8 ). GradeB+ HAWTHORNThe Hawks skipped a gold option to push their finals claims after they were actually swamped by the GWS Giants on Sunday mid-day. The Hawks streamed a 28-point lead at the ultimate change as the Giants presented an almighty comeback. It suggests recently's clash against Carlton is actually efficiently an eradication last, due to the fact that you would certainly assume the Hawks to financial institution wins against Richmond as well as North Melbourne in the last week. Can they answer? In the votesMidfield bull Jai Newcombe was actually prevailing at the coal skin, with 30 fingertips, 19 opposed ownerships as well as 11 clearances. Massimo D'Ambrosio has actually been a fantastic pick-up this time and also was superb with 22 touches as well as 2 majors. Pro Jack Gunston booted four objectives to justify his incorporation, while Karl Amon likewise had 30 disposals.Room for improvementYou can not play 3 fourths of great soccer and also escape it in a season as close as this one. Mitchell's edge will have to stroke their injuries this week before a must-win suit against Carlton. They didn't actually have the answers for Jesse Hogan as well as could not battle back energy late. GradeC-Orange Tidal wave crushes the Hawks|02:32 MELBOURNEMelbourne's period performs lifestyle help after an unsatisfying 51-point defeat through the Western side Bulldogs on Friday night. Simon Goodwin's soldiers were slow away from the blocks and were actually not able to wrestle momentum back after a sloppy start as their period document dropped to 10-10. Along with a tricky handful of installations continuing to be against Port Adelaide (home), Gold Shoreline (away) and Collingwood (home), it looks as though their time might be over. In the votesCaptain Maximum Gawn combated on all night regardless of a heavily strapped ankle joint, generating 23 disposals, nine scores and an objective in an appealing cope Pets ruck Tim English. Young gun Trent Rivers (25 fingertips, one objective) continues to develop in a new midfield job, while protector Jake Bowey (25) located lots of the footy in protection. Room for improvementThere's lots for Goodwin's edge to work with afterwards efficiency. The Dees were actually shattered in disposals (-55 ), inside 50s (-26) and uncontested things (-59 ). Melbourne's tackling additionally left behind a little bit of to become preferred, recording 9 overlooked deals with in the 1st fifty percent alone-- the competitors average is eight for a game. There were actually plenty of players who possessed their colours decreased and also will certainly desire to recuperate upcoming full week versus the Power. GradeFNORTH MELBOURNEThe Kangas postponed a late fee from the Tigers to secure a 13-point triumph and merely their 3rd gain of the period. There was actually a lot of emotion post-match as gamers embraced and also commemorated co-captain Luke McDonald's 200th AFL match. The Roos host West Coastline in Hobart following full week as they intend to clinch next triumphes for the first time given that the position rounds of final season.In the votesLuke Davies-Uniacke was completely world-class, booting a career-high 3 goals from 33 contacts. Ruck Tristan Xerri is actually absolutely in the conversation for All-Australian honours after twenty disposals, 10 handles and 45 hitouts in another solid show. Direct Nick Larkey booted a bag of five objectives as the chief battleship. Room for improvementThe important point was the Roos acquired the succeed, but it was actually far coming from convincing. They lost the within 50s (-16) and spaces (-6) and let the Tigers back into it in the fourth quarter. Allow's be actually truthful though, a gain's a succeed and it was a big action in the direction of this regulation football club eventually losing their easy beats tag.GradeBChris Fagan all approval for Ryan Lester|08:12 PORT ADELAIDEWow. If there was ever before a statement to send to the remainder of the competitors, it is actually hammering the ladder forerunners through 112 points. As well as it is actually a win they would not have actually pencilled in, which means they've right now soared into authentic best four computations even with their difficult operate home. Dare to aspiration ... In the votesThe underrated Willem Drew (32 fingertips, 11 rating involvements, 8 inside 50s, eight allowances) probably slips by a huge selection of teammates for the three votes along with his efficiency, yet it truly can be any person. Fellow midfielders Jason Horne-Francis (27 fingertips, 12 score engagements, one objective), captain Connor Rozee (27 fingertips, one goal) and Zak Butters (30 disposals, 10 credit rating engagements, 8 takes on) made certain of the most ideal midfield this period. Mitch Georgiades (14 fingertips, 11 rating participations, four goals) as well as Willie Rioli (10 fingertips, four goals) broke the ice up onward, while Dan Houston (24 disposals, 12 marks, 2 goals) was actually electrical in change. Choose, umpires!Room for improvementNil, absolutely nothing, naught, zilch. Pass on the absolute most well-shaped efficiency of any staff in 2024 - this one's complete marks and taking flight colours.GradeA+ RICHMONDThe Tigers look fated to take choice 1 right into the nationwide draft this year after being up to a 13-point defeat against North Melbourne in the 'Spoonbowl'. The Tigers organized a spirited fightback late, however essentially failed. Some hard fixtures against Street Kilda, Hawthorn as well as the Gold Coastline are actually to find, yet it seems to be as though a wood spoon awaits.In the votesCaptain Toby Nankervis possessed an exciting battle with Roos ruck Tristan Xerri, while hard-nut Liam Baker developed five shots on goal from 21 fingertips. Sphere magnetic Tim Taranto had 27 contacts as well as 8 tackles and veteran Dion Prestia had a team-high 29 disposals.Room for improvementOn newspaper the Tigers put up some realistic amounts, winning the inside 50 differential and also providing themselves lots of chances in front of the big sticks. They permitted the Roos to pile on five targets late in the 3rd quarter which blew the scope out and also was ultimately the transforming score of the activity. GradeDLyon possesses no excuses after substantial defeat|07:22 ST KILDAIs it negative to mention our team expected this? They had convincing sway the Eagles and also Bombers across the final week, yet however the Saints came collapsing hold back to The planet in their 85-point working at the hands of Brisbane. Blooding the young people and exercising what their list will definitely seem like in 2025 is undoubtedly the priority currently, as Ross the one in charge as well as carbon monoxide appear readied to bring in some big calls in the off-season. In the votesPlenty of Saints possessed their palms on the sphere on Sunday night, however seemingly it didn't perform a lot for the end outcome. Young Person Mattaes Phillipou (24 fingertips, 5 allowances, one target) crazy yet another excellent video game during the ground, while typical suspects Port Sinclair (30 disposals, 8 tackles), Port Steele (23 fingertips, seven handles) and also Rowan Marshall (17 disposals, 18 hitouts, two objectives) strove. He failed to obtain lots of take a look at it, yet Tim Membrey (13 fingertips, 8 rating engagements, eight marks, one target) looked intimidating up forward.Room for improvementSt Kilda reduction the video game in the open space fight, enabling the Lions to more than multiply their personal matter. Simply one objective in the first pair of as well as a 50 percent quarters makes for abysmal analysis, despite just how really good the hostility are. Richmond following full week is a must-win-- not for anything other than their own wellness and also identity.GradeFSYDNEY SWANSSometimes, the less words much better illustrate a performance similar to this. Awful reduction in John Longmire's operate as trainer couldn't have actually come at a worse time for a club that was only six weeks back considered hard to beat. And also with that, they're no more premiership favourites.In the votesIt do without claiming, however there won't be actually any type of Swans ballot this sphere happened Brownlow night. The efficiencies of Errol Gulden (25 disposals, 6 inside 50s, 568 metres got) and also Brodie Grundy (15 disposals, 32 hitouts, eight spaces) are worth noting, yet the latter was actually still away his harmful best.Room for improvementThe simply pair of stat lines the Swans defeated the Energy in were hitouts as well as addresses-- and also the latter merely transpired given that you are actually simply addressing when your group doesn't possess the ball (which was a great deal on Sunday night). It remains to be seen in what capacity, but accurately some significant adjustments require to be brought in if the Swans are to conserve on their own coming from totally de-railing in 2024. A succeed on Friday night over Collingwood would certainly perform all of them the globe of excellent, provided they are currently no longer a downright hair for a home certifying final.GradeFScott on Dons' swing of energy|12:12 WEST COASTWest Shore gotten their very first gain given that rounded 10 and also first under acting train Jarrod Schofield in electrifying arenas against the Gold Coastline Suns at Optus Coliseum. The Eagles had the capacity to conquer a 23-point deficit in the third condition along with the home group responsible for all of them as co-captain Liam Duggan and seasoned Jamie Cripps came up link along with a pair recently targets to gain the game.In the votesStar on-ballers Elliot Yeo as well as Tim Kelly were actually outstanding, scoring 29 and also 26 fingertips respectively. Trick onward Jake Waterman continued his promote a Coleman Award with four targets, while veteran Jack Favorite wound back the clock with 22 disposals, 6 handles and a goal.Room for improvementA win's a win for an Eagles side that has had a hard time for many years and also who have actually had a very daunting month with the exit of past train Adam Simpson. They battled early emulating a Mac computer Andrew-led Suns ahead line, yet cleaned up that up promptly at half time. GradeAWESTERN BULLDOGSThe Western Bulldogs continued to press their best 4 cases with an emphatic 51-point victory over Melbourne. The Canines performed the damages early, coming up with a blistering opening 10 mins where they entirely controlled the game. With suits against Adelaide (away), North Melbourne (home) and the GWS Giants (home) ahead, Luke Beveridge's side are effectively placed to make a serious declaration in September.In the votesCaptain Marcus Bontempelli led coming from the front racking up thirty three disposals, two objectives and also a tremendous 16 score engagements in what was undoubtedly a three-vote efficiency come Brownlow Medal evening. Star midfielder Adam Treloar contributed in the victory, racking up 30 contacts as well as 2 targets, while half-back Bailey Dale gave lots of travel with 34 disposals as well as 647 metres gained.Room for improvementIt was actually a prevalent evening for the Doggies, who set the mood early for an emphatic success. They did overlook some options in front of objective though which Luke Beveridge will no doubt like all of them to tidy up in advance of an excursion to Adelaide upcoming week. A 51-point triumph was actually great, yet it could possibly have been a lot more if they converted much better before the big sticks.GradeA.