IT ALL comes down to this. Just one round to play and we're still no closer to locking in a final eight. Not everyone's going to be happy. Welcome back to The Run Home.
West Coast's stunning win on Sunday means St Kilda and Sydney are guaranteed to play finals, although they and Carlton - also locked in for September - have a home elimination final to play for in round 24.
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The race for the final spot in the eight is down to three teams, with Greater Western Sydney and Western Bulldogs in the box seat while Essendon are not quite out of the race just yet (more on that below).
At the top, four teams are separated by just eight points, meaning top spot and a home qualifying final are both up for grabs in the final round of the regular season.
Who's in the box seat, and who's facing an uphill battle? Check out your club's finish to the season below.
Richmond, Gold Coast, Fremantle, Hawthorn, North Melbourne and West Coast have not been considered.
The 10: Round 23's best moments
Watch the best highlights from a gripping round of football
1. Collingwood
68 points (17 wins, five losses), 123.2 per cent
The Magpies' grip on top spot has loosened following three losses over the past month and now Collingwood will need to beat Essendon on Friday night to keep their destiny in their own hands, rather than relying on other results. A top-two finish is all but secure, but a slip up against the Bombers and the Lions could pip them for top spot with a win over the Saints. - Josh Gabelich
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The run home
R24: Essendon @ MCG
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:33
Lions crumber eats up opportunity with flashy opener
Callum Ah Chee reads the play to perfection and earns the opening goal within the first minute
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00:38
Pressure Pies get Daicos to finish the job
Collingwood showcases some brilliant team-first footy and finds Josh Daicos for a neat finish
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00:41
Courageous Cameron takes flight in epic clunk
Charlie Cameron reels in this stunning mark to give his side the perfect start to the second term
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01:45
Bizarre chain of events leaves Lion shirtless in wild scenes
A fiery Deven Robertson sees his jumper eventually ripped off completely after enduring one too many tackles
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01:00
Flying Ah Chee's heavy fall felt all around stadium
Callum Ah Chee has the wind knocked out of him after this shocking landing leaves the Lion gasping for air
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00:47
Pies debutant subbed out hurt in cruel start to AFL
Collingwood first-gamer Jakob Ryan sees his debut come to an end prematurely after this heavy knock forces him to be subbed out of the contest
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00:48
Magpies faithful find voice after Beau's tackle deemed dangerous
Collingwood fans let their feelings be known after Beau McCreery is pinged for this tackling action on Darcy Wilmot
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00:37
Speedy Lions steal the show with pair of pearlers
Charlie Cameron and Eric Hipwood snare some handy goals in the final term as the Lions look in complete control
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08:25
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07:49
Full post-match, R23: Lions
Watch Brisbane's press conference after round 23's match against Collingwood
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07:54
Full post-match, R23: Magpies
Watch Collingwood's press conference after round 23's match against Brisbane
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14:56
Mini-Match: Collingwood v Brisbane
Extended highlights of the Magpies and Lions clash in round 23
2. Brisbane
64 points (16 wins, six losses), 123.2 per cent
The Lions ensured their top-two hopes are in their own hands with a crucial win over Collingwood on Friday night. They will still need to beat St Kilda at home on Saturday to be guaranteed of a qualifying final at the Gabba, but they have control of their own destiny, unlike most clubs in the eight. The Demons and Power would need plenty to go their way to jump into the top two, meaning Chris Fagan's side could remain at home until Grand Final day, if things go to plan. - Josh Gabelich
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The run home
R24: St Kilda @ Gabba
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:33
Lions crumber eats up opportunity with flashy opener
Callum Ah Chee reads the play to perfection and earns the opening goal within the first minute
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00:38
Pressure Pies get Daicos to finish the job
Collingwood showcases some brilliant team-first footy and finds Josh Daicos for a neat finish
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00:41
Courageous Cameron takes flight in epic clunk
Charlie Cameron reels in this stunning mark to give his side the perfect start to the second term
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01:45
Bizarre chain of events leaves Lion shirtless in wild scenes
A fiery Deven Robertson sees his jumper eventually ripped off completely after enduring one too many tackles
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01:00
Flying Ah Chee's heavy fall felt all around stadium
Callum Ah Chee has the wind knocked out of him after this shocking landing leaves the Lion gasping for air
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00:47
Pies debutant subbed out hurt in cruel start to AFL
Collingwood first-gamer Jakob Ryan sees his debut come to an end prematurely after this heavy knock forces him to be subbed out of the contest
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00:48
Magpies faithful find voice after Beau's tackle deemed dangerous
Collingwood fans let their feelings be known after Beau McCreery is pinged for this tackling action on Darcy Wilmot
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00:37
Speedy Lions steal the show with pair of pearlers
Charlie Cameron and Eric Hipwood snare some handy goals in the final term as the Lions look in complete control
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08:25
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07:49
Full post-match, R23: Lions
Watch Brisbane's press conference after round 23's match against Collingwood
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07:54
Full post-match, R23: Magpies
Watch Collingwood's press conference after round 23's match against Brisbane
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14:56
Mini-Match: Collingwood v Brisbane
Extended highlights of the Magpies and Lions clash in round 23
3. Port Adelaide
64 points (16 wins, six losses), 111.5 per cent
A top-four spot is secure for the Power and by beating Fremantle on Sunday, they kept the pressure on Brisbane in the final round and the possibility of a top-two finish alive. If Port can down Richmond in round 24 at Adelaide Oval and the Lions slip up at home against St Kilda, the clubs will swap positions and the Power will host the Lions in a home qualifying final. The most likely scenario, however, is a trip to the Gabba in week one, where they have lost their past four clashes against the Lions. Fall short against the Tigers next week and Ken Hinkley's men will likely be headed to the MCG in week one to face Collingwood, a team they have lost their past three clashes against, including thrillers by two and six points. – Nathan Schmook
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The run home
R24: Richmond @ Adelaide Oval
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:30
Freddy catches Farrell napping and makes him pay
Michael Frederick applies a brilliant run-down tackle and nails the opener
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00:39
Butters stuns all with magnificent backwards hook
Zak Butters nails a sensational snap over his shoulder from the stoppage
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00:38
Horne-Francis collects and delivers electric sizzler
Jason Horne-Francis bursts away and finishes with class from the angle
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00:36
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01:00
Freakish JHF flash brings sublime Finlayson curler
Jeremy Finlayson nails a superb snap after Jason Horne-Francis' exhilarating play
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00:37
Switkowski's cool finish keeps the door open
Sam Switkowski snaps through a timely major after a swift Jye Amiss handball
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08:35
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08:31
Full post-match, R23: Power
Watch Port Adelaide's press conference after round 23's match against Fremantle
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10:00
Full post-match, R23: Dockers
Watch Fremantle's press conference after round 23's match against Port Adelaide
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14:49
Mini-Match: Fremantle v Port Adelaide
Extended highlights of the Dockers and Power clash in round 23
4. Melbourne
60 points (15 wins, seven losses), 124.8 per cent
Sunday's strong win over Hawthorn has locked up the double chance for Melbourne, who is now guaranteed a spot in the top four. However, the Dees can still hope to finish higher and grab an all-important top-two position with a win over Sydney in the final round. They would still need both Brisbane and Port Adelaide to lose, but a second placed finish would ensure Melbourne start September at the MCG rather than travelling interstate. - Michael Whiting
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The run home
R24: Sydney @ SCG
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:30
Hawks off to a stellar Day with opening major
Hawthorn manages to break through the Demons' defence and is rewarded with this wide-open Will Day goal
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00:33
Demons find scoring spark with Smith's gem
An unmanned Joel Smith collects the footy in front of the big sticks and delivers Melbourne's first goal
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00:37
Hustwaite electrifies crowd with first career goal
Henry Hustwaite brings the hustle in his first AFL match with a marvelous tackle and set shot
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00:33
Melksham nails thrilling toe-poke beauty
A quick-thinking Jake Melksham soccers the spilled footy through for a goal
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00:28
Breust brews exceptional major
The Hawks execute a beautiful centre clearance and Luke Breust finishes the rest
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00:37
Melksham delights with fabulous finish
Jake Melksham hunts down the loose footy and blows past the Hawks defenders to slot this major
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00:29
Pumped-up Oliver conjures gold at last
Clayton Oliver gathers the footy and converts this super major as the Demons look home
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00:37
Petracca piles on the pain with clinical goal
The Demons take control of the game as Christian Petracca steals the footy and drives it home
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07:01
Full post-match, R23: Demons
Watch Melbourne's press conference after round 23's match against Hawthorn
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08:07
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07:05
Full post-match, R23: Hawks
Watch Hawthorn's press conference after round 23's match against Melbourne
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01:45
Lever shuts door on Hawks with rock-solid defensive display
Jake Lever keeps Hawthorn at bay with another starring role in the Demons' backline
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13:26
5. Carlton
54 points (13 wins, eight losses, one draw), 116.1 per cent
Carlton extended its winning streak to nine games with Saturday's victory over Gold Coast, confirming its first finals appearance in a decade. A 10th straight win in round 24 against Greater Western Sydney will ensure Carlton takes League-best form into September. Melbourne's win over Hawthorn means the Blues cannot make the top four but St Kilda and Sydney's results mean the Blues can still finish as low as seventh, so victory over the Giants will be important to ensure a home elimination final. - Ben Somerford
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The run home
R24: Greater Western Sydney @ Marvel Stadium
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:36
Suns earn swift start through cool, calm Rosas
Malcolm Rosas threads a cruisy snap for the first major of the match
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00:46
Suns cooking early as Swallow shines in double play
David Swallow's big fly sets up Ben Ainsworth for the finish, before the veteran chimes in with one of his own
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00:39
Charlie flexes his muscles to lift the Blues
Charlie Curnow roves to perfection before converting a cracking contested grab
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00:59
Lukosius reported as 100m blunder hands Blues another
Jack Martin finishes in style after Jack Lukosius goes in the book for a swinging arm on Nic Newman
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00:41
Ainsworth's awesome arrow brings Suns level
Ben Ainsworth nails a terrific major in heavy traffic
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00:43
Miller drills running captain's goal as contest heats up
Touk Miller finishes with class to extend Gold Coast's final-term lead
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00:34
Motlop magic sparks Blues to keep them alive
Jesse Motlop nails a fantastic classy goal to keep Carlton in the contest
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04:05
Last two mins: Suns denied upset win after late miss
Enjoy the thrilling final moments between Gold Coast and Carlton in round 23, 2023
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06:39
Full post-match, R23: Suns
Watch Gold Coast's press conference after round 23's match against Carlton
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08:34
Full post-match, R23: Blues
Watch Carlton's press conference after round 23's match against Gold Coast
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08:57
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14:15
6. St Kilda
52 points (13 wins, nine losses), 108.9 per cent
The Saints might be sending a gift basket to Perth this week after the Western Bulldogs' shock loss to West Coast locked the Saints into the eight. A 33-point win over Geelong on Saturday night was the first step but the Dogs' defeat ensured the Saints can't slip out of the eight. A win over the Lions in round 24 would lock in a home elimination final, while a loss (and a Sydney or GWS win) could see a slip down to seventh or eighth. But against seemingly all expectations, the Saints are guaranteed to feature in September. – Sarah Black
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The run home
R24: Brisbane @ Gabba
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:51
Saints take less than 30 seconds to make statement
St Kilda comes out firing as Mitch Owens snares the first goal of the game within the opening minute
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00:51
Cat's late sling tackle sparks fireworks early
Tensions boil over after Mitch Duncan is penalised for this tackle on Jack Higgins
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00:37
Silky Stengle always knows where the big sticks are
Tyson Stengle shows his class with this stunning snap to give the Cats a much-needed major
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00:34
Sharman soars as Saints fans roar
Cooper Sharman plucks a beautiful mark and makes no mistake with the resulting shot
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01:00
Marvel erupts after manic minute ends in Matteas magic
A hot footy eventually makes its way to Mattaes Phillipou who slots a sizzling snap to send Saints fans into a frenzy
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00:46
Crouch trickery ends in cracking Cooper clunk
Brad Crouch feeds Jack Steele with a dazzling handball before the skipper finds Cooper Sharman for a high-flying mark
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00:51
Tuohy's toe-poke helps Cats claw closer
Zach Tuohy gives Geelong a small sniff with this crafty goal in the final term
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00:51
Saints fans go wild after two daggers seal fate
Rowan Marshall and Dan Butler provide the icing as St Kilda finishes in style
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08:35
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04:28
Full post-match, R23: Saints
Watch St Kilda's press conference after round 23's match against Geelong
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09:03
Full post-match, R23: Cats
Watch Geelong's press conference after round 23's match against St Kilda
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14:04
7. Sydney
50 points (12 wins, nine losses, one draw), 111.6 per cent
Sydney's finals spot is locked in after Saturday’s thrilling and controversial one-point win over Adelaide and West Coast's shock win over the Western Bulldogs. Now the goal is a home game in week one. If St Kilda goes down to Brisbane at the Gabba next Saturday, the Swans will take to the SCG on Sunday knowing a win against Melbourne will put them either fifth or sixth, an astonishing outcome considering where they were just six weeks ago. – Howard Kimber
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The run home
R24: Melbourne @ SCG
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:32
Campbell goes big from beyond the arc
Braeden Campbell nails this long-range effort to extend his side's lead heading into the second quarter
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00:36
Wicks too slick with stellar snap
Sam Wicks puts through this ripping goal to put his side back in front during the opening term
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00:56
Heeney double blow continues Swans' roll
Isaac Heeney boots back-to-back majors to further extend his side's lead early in the second term
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00:29
Electric Papley steps up with slippery stunner
Tom Papley slots this sensational dribble goal midway through the second quarter
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00:56
Ridiculous Rankine lights up Adelaide Oval
Izak Rankine's forward prowess is on show with this outrageous finish giving his side an ideal start to the third term
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00:47
Bursting Blakey sets up McDonald for sizzling strike
Nick Blakey produces an electric run from half-back and Logan McDonald finishes his work with a stellar finish
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00:37
Explosive Crows go back-to-back to open the fourth
Goals from Lachlan Murphy and Wayne Milera inside a minute of each other gives Adelaide a big sniff to start the final quarter
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00:18
Is McCartin in trouble for this bump?
Tom McCartin elects to bump in this incident which makes high contact with Shane McAdam
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04:27
Last two mins: Controversial call denies Crows late winner
Enjoy the thrilling final moments between Adelaide and Sydney in round 23, 2023
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01:14
Late Keays shot deemed to graze post in dramatic finish
Adelaide Oval is rocked as Ben Keays celebrates a potential match-winner in front of fans before being denied by the goal umpire
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08:54
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06:16
Full post-match, R23: Swans
Watch Sydney's press conference after round 23's match against Adelaide
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07:46
Full post-match, R23: Crows
Watch Adelaide's press conference after round 23's match against Sydney
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13:45
8. Greater Western Sydney
48 points (12 wins, 10 losses), 105.6 per cent
After a club-record score in the 126-point thrashing of Essendon on Saturday and West Coast's stunning win over the Western Bulldogs, GWS has its fate in its own hands. A win against Carlton in the final game of round 24 will ensure they sneak into the eight, meaning they'll know what they have to do when they take to Marvel Stadium on Sunday. They could even be September-bound before then; the Bulldogs will be out of the race if they lose to Geelong on Saturday night while the Bombers will need to beat Collingwood and make up 13 per cent on the Giants to sneak ahead of them. Remarkably, the Giants could even secure a home final if the Saints and Swans lose to the Lions and Demons respectively and Adam Kingsley's men manage to beat the Blues and make up 3.4 per cent on the Saints. - Martin Smith
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The run home
R24: Carlton @ Marvel Stadium
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:41
Daniels ignites Giants with impressive opening goal
Brent Daniels mops up the spilled footy and breaks into open space to claim this stellar major
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00:37
Greene launches cracking gem from outside 50m
An unmanned Toby Greene collects the footy with a clear runway and connects on the long bomb
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00:50
Coniglio steals spotlight with brilliant intercept goal
Stephen Coniglio picks off a sloppy Bombers handball and makes them pay with this major
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00:46
Hogan wreaks havoc with back-to-back majors
GWS grows a giant lead as Jesse Hogan drills two set shots
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00:33
Himmelberg exploits Dons' defensive lapse with stunning goal
Harry Himmelberg waltzes into the forward 50 unmarked and nails this ripping major to pile on more pain
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00:43
Bombers end scoring drought with two crucial goals
Kyle Langford and Andrew Phillips combine for back-to-back goals in an effort to find a much-needed Dons spark
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00:33
Lloyd celebrates farewell with dazzling beauty
Daniel Lloyd electrifies Giants fans and teammates as he marks the footy and converts the set shot
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00:30
McMullin makes history with first career major
Toby McMullin finds the big sticks to secure the Giants' highest AFL scoreline
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08:18
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07:32
Full post-match, R23: Bombers
Watch Essendon's press conference after round 23's match against GWS
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02:47
Hogan puts it all together in Giant nine-goal demolition
Jesse Hogan is instrumental in his side's destruction with a massive haul of nine goals to go alongside a host of marks and disposals
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07:22
Full post-match, R23: Giants
Watch GWS's press conference after round 23's match against Essendon
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13:59
9. Western Bulldogs
44 points (11 wins, 11 losses), 107.6 per cent
The Bulldogs lost their grip on their own finals destiny with Sunday's monumental upset loss to West Coast at Marvel Stadium, which could ultimately cost them a place in September. The equation, though, remains relatively simple. With gun midfielder Tom Liberatore expected to return, the Bulldogs must beat Geelong at GMHBA Stadium on Saturday night and then hope Greater Western Sydney goes down to Carlton at Marvel Stadium in the final game of the home and away season. - Dejan Kalinic
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The run home
R24: Geelong @ GMHBA Stadium
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:50
Cripps chips in with ripper as Eagles soar early
Jamie Cripps nails this slick running goal to continue his side's hot start
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00:30
Snappy Allen and Yeo putting on a show
Two goals in quick succession from Oscar Allen and Elliot Yeo extends the Eagles' lead
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00:42
Brave McGovern limps off after bruising collision
Jeremy McGovern gets helped from the field following this massive collision late in the first quarter
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00:47
Pressure Dogs prevail as Baker slams it home
Oskar Baker rewards his side's forward pressure with this goal midway through the second term
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00:50
Double delight edges Dogs in front
Goals to Marcus Bontempelli and Jamarra Ugle-Hagan put the Bulldogs in front for the first time this afternoon
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00:52
West is best with terrific power-punch
Rhylee West delivers this ripping running goal to extend his side's lead during the third quarter
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01:00
Cripps keeps on cooking as Eagles start to dream
Jamie Cripps has a hand in three quick Eagles goals as they edge closer to a stunning upset
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02:56
Five-star Cripps rips Dogs apart in massive upset
Jamie Cripps kicks five goals as he leads his side off the bottom of the table with a seven-point victory
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08:24
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08:15
Full post-match, R23: Eagles
Watch West Coast's press conference after round 23's match against Western Bulldogs
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09:51
Full post-match, R23: Bulldogs
Watch Western Bulldogs's press conference after round 23's match against West Coast
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14:31
Mini-Match: Western Bulldogs v West Coast
Extended highlights of the Bulldogs and Eagles clash in round 23
10. Essendon
44 points (11 wins, 11 losses), 92.7 per cent
The Bombers' chances of playing finals are mathematically still alive, but they are so small you'd need the Hubble telescope to see them after their massive belting at the hands of Greater Western Sydney on Saturday. As a rough back-of-an-envelope guide, if the Bombers can beat Collingwood by a scoreline of around 160-40 and the Giants lose to Carlton by a score of 150-25, the Bombers will make the eight by 0.1 per cent. Oh, and they'll need Geelong to beat the Bulldogs as well. They're a chance, but it's firmly in Lloyd Christmas territory. – Howard Kimber
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The run home
R24: Collingwood @ MCG
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:41
Daniels ignites Giants with impressive opening goal
Brent Daniels mops up the spilled footy and breaks into open space to claim this stellar major
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00:37
Greene launches cracking gem from outside 50m
An unmanned Toby Greene collects the footy with a clear runway and connects on the long bomb
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00:50
Coniglio steals spotlight with brilliant intercept goal
Stephen Coniglio picks off a sloppy Bombers handball and makes them pay with this major
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00:46
Hogan wreaks havoc with back-to-back majors
GWS grows a giant lead as Jesse Hogan drills two set shots
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00:33
Himmelberg exploits Dons' defensive lapse with stunning goal
Harry Himmelberg waltzes into the forward 50 unmarked and nails this ripping major to pile on more pain
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00:43
Bombers end scoring drought with two crucial goals
Kyle Langford and Andrew Phillips combine for back-to-back goals in an effort to find a much-needed Dons spark
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00:33
Lloyd celebrates farewell with dazzling beauty
Daniel Lloyd electrifies Giants fans and teammates as he marks the footy and converts the set shot
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00:30
McMullin makes history with first career major
Toby McMullin finds the big sticks to secure the Giants' highest AFL scoreline
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08:18
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07:32
Full post-match, R23: Bombers
Watch Essendon's press conference after round 23's match against GWS
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02:47
Hogan puts it all together in Giant nine-goal demolition
Jesse Hogan is instrumental in his side's destruction with a massive haul of nine goals to go alongside a host of marks and disposals
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07:22
Full post-match, R23: Giants
Watch GWS's press conference after round 23's match against Essendon
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13:59
11. Geelong
42 points (10 wins, 11 losses, one draw), 114.7 per cent
The Cats are in rarefied air for all the wrong reasons, now officially ruled out of finals for the first time since 2015 and only the second time in coach Chris Scott's 13-year reign. It's unlikely opposition fans will have much sympathy, but Cats supporters can comfort themselves with replays of last year's Grand Final demolition. Jeremy Cameron might get a few friendly check-in messages from his former GWS teammates this week, as a Geelong win over the Western Bulldogs in round 24 will ensure the Giants play finals – Sarah Black
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The run home
R24: Western Bulldogs @ GMHBA Stadium
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:51
Saints take less than 30 seconds to make statement
St Kilda comes out firing as Mitch Owens snares the first goal of the game within the opening minute
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00:51
Cat's late sling tackle sparks fireworks early
Tensions boil over after Mitch Duncan is penalised for this tackle on Jack Higgins
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00:37
Silky Stengle always knows where the big sticks are
Tyson Stengle shows his class with this stunning snap to give the Cats a much-needed major
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00:34
Sharman soars as Saints fans roar
Cooper Sharman plucks a beautiful mark and makes no mistake with the resulting shot
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01:00
Marvel erupts after manic minute ends in Matteas magic
A hot footy eventually makes its way to Mattaes Phillipou who slots a sizzling snap to send Saints fans into a frenzy
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00:46
Crouch trickery ends in cracking Cooper clunk
Brad Crouch feeds Jack Steele with a dazzling handball before the skipper finds Cooper Sharman for a high-flying mark
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00:51
Tuohy's toe-poke helps Cats claw closer
Zach Tuohy gives Geelong a small sniff with this crafty goal in the final term
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00:51
Saints fans go wild after two daggers seal fate
Rowan Marshall and Dan Butler provide the icing as St Kilda finishes in style
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08:35
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04:28
Full post-match, R23: Saints
Watch St Kilda's press conference after round 23's match against Geelong
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09:03
Full post-match, R23: Cats
Watch Geelong's press conference after round 23's match against St Kilda
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14:04
13. Adelaide
40 points (10 wins, 12 losses), 115.1 per cent
Adelaide is now officially out of the finals race after going down to Sydney by one point in a controversial finish on Saturday night. While a win against West Coast in the final round is far from guaranteed, the result from Saturday night will hurt for some time to come. - Martin Smith
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The run home
R24: West Coast @ Optus Stadium
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:32
Campbell goes big from beyond the arc
Braeden Campbell nails this long-range effort to extend his side's lead heading into the second quarter
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00:36
Wicks too slick with stellar snap
Sam Wicks puts through this ripping goal to put his side back in front during the opening term
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00:56
Heeney double blow continues Swans' roll
Isaac Heeney boots back-to-back majors to further extend his side's lead early in the second term
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00:29
Electric Papley steps up with slippery stunner
Tom Papley slots this sensational dribble goal midway through the second quarter
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00:56
Ridiculous Rankine lights up Adelaide Oval
Izak Rankine's forward prowess is on show with this outrageous finish giving his side an ideal start to the third term
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00:47
Bursting Blakey sets up McDonald for sizzling strike
Nick Blakey produces an electric run from half-back and Logan McDonald finishes his work with a stellar finish
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00:37
Explosive Crows go back-to-back to open the fourth
Goals from Lachlan Murphy and Wayne Milera inside a minute of each other gives Adelaide a big sniff to start the final quarter
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00:18
Is McCartin in trouble for this bump?
Tom McCartin elects to bump in this incident which makes high contact with Shane McAdam
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04:27
Last two mins: Controversial call denies Crows late winner
Enjoy the thrilling final moments between Adelaide and Sydney in round 23, 2023
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01:14
Late Keays shot deemed to graze post in dramatic finish
Adelaide Oval is rocked as Ben Keays celebrates a potential match-winner in front of fans before being denied by the goal umpire
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08:54
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06:16
Full post-match, R23: Swans
Watch Sydney's press conference after round 23's match against Adelaide
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07:46
Full post-match, R23: Crows
Watch Adelaide's press conference after round 23's match against Sydney
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13:45