The AFLW Season 9 is heating up as we approach Round 7, with a slew of crucial matches that will shape the top eight. From Tuesday to Sunday, fans will be treated to a daily dose of high-intensity football.
First up, the Saints will host the Giants in Frankston, with St Kilda looking to bounce back from their loss to the Crows last weekend. A win against the struggling Giants would be a significant step towards securing a finals spot.
On Friday night, the Western Bulldogs will face off against Essendon at Mission Whitten Oval. The Bombers have been revitalized by the return of their captain Bonnie Toogood, while the Dogs are seeking redemption after a disappointing loss to North Melbourne.
The ‘Q-Clash’ between Brisbane and Gold Coast takes center stage on Saturday, with the Lions aiming to extend their winning streak to seven games. Meanwhile, the Suns are desperate to notch their first win of the season.
Our experts have weighed in with their predictions for the week:
Isadora McLeay tips the Lions to dominate the Suns, while predicting an upset win for GWS against St Kilda.
Matt Walsh believes North Melbourne will prove too strong for Sydney, and expects Melbourne to cause an upset against St Kilda.
Elsa Brown thinks Adelaide will overpower Melbourne, and is backing the Giants to secure their second win of the season against the Saints.
Jarryd Thomas is confident Brisbane will comfortably defeat Gold Coast, and predicts a major upset win for West Coast against Hawthorn.
Jarryd Barca expects Brisbane and North Melbourne to cruise to victory, while tipping Adelaide to win both of their games this week.
Here are the full tips for Round 7:
St Kilda vs. GWS
Adelaide vs. Melbourne
Port Adelaide vs. Collingwood
Western Bulldogs vs. Essendon
Hawthorn vs. West Coast
Richmond vs. Geelong
Brisbane vs. Gold Coast
Fremantle vs. Carlton
North Melbourne vs. Sydney
St Kilda vs. Melbourne
GWS vs. Adelaide
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