THE EIGHT combatants in the 2020 Toyota AFL Finals Series have been locked away.
The Western Bulldogs' win over Fremantle on Sunday night ended the Demons' finals hopes and confirmed the Bulldogs' place in the top eight.
LADDER PREDICTOR Can your team make the eight?
The top four is also set after Geelong's nail-biting win over Sydney on Sunday afternoon. The Cats secured the double chance for the 11th time in 14 seasons, joining Port Adelaide, Brisbane and Richmond at the top of the ladder.
And Port Adelaide secured its fourth McClelland Trophy for the minor premiership by downing Collingwood on Monday night
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Here is where your club finished after round 18.
Thursday, September 17
West Coast 7.7 (49) def North Melbourne 4.10 (34)
- the Eagles will finish fifth and host an elimination final in Perth against Collingwood
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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11:08
Shaw: 'The way we finished off was fantastic'
Rhyce Shaw was 'really pleased' with his side's effort tonight, stating it was a welcome change compared to the last few weeks and a positive way to end their season
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07:50
Simmo on JK: 'It's a new injury to his ankle'
Adam Simpson explains Josh Kennedy 'rolled his ankle' but will wait for further scans before commenting on the extent of it
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05:35
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00:42
Anderson's fair whack from 50 a sight for North fans
Jed Anderson comes up with a stunning effort from the 50m arc on his left
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00:46
This is the last man you want to turn a ball over to
Todd Goldstein makes a serious error in defence by handing the footy straight to Liam Ryan, who makes him pay full price
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00:33
Allen key to Eagles spree
The Eagles were crying out for someone to take control of the game and Oscar Allen delivers with two consecutive goals
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00:46
Enormous Eagles blow as Kennedy forced off
West Coast have suffered a massive injury concern with key forward Josh Kennedy leaving the field with an ankle complaint
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00:34
Ryan, never stop supplying
Liam Ryan continues his hot run of form with two beautiful kicks, one to set up a teammate and the other to earn a classy goal
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00:38
That's one dazzling Darling dribbler
Jack Darling produces a moment of magic with a mesmerising goal from a tight angle
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00:20
Jed proves he has a hard head following this falcon
North Melbourne's Jed Anderson brushes off a crunching falcon from short distance
Friday, September 18
St Kilda 10.10 (70) def Greater Western Sydney 3.10 (28)
- the Saints will finish sixth and play the Western Bulldogs in an elimination final
- the Giants will finish 10th
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07:13
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12:15
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05:45
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00:43
Ryder rolls it home
The ball spills from a great Jack Lonie tackle and Paddy Ryder soccers it home
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00:34
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00:39
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00:30
Veteran forced from field after Giant blow
Greater Western Sydney's Sam Reid cops a knee to his ribs
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00:41
Saturday, September 19
Melbourne 10.8 (68) def Essendon 7.7 (49)
- The Demons will finish ninth
LADDER PREDICTOR Can your team make the eight?
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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11:25
Rutten: We need Joe's decision 'reasonably quickly'
Incoming Essendon coach Ben Rutten discusses Joe Daniher's future with the club
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07:59
Goodwin: 'We've given it our best shot'
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says he has seen 'huge growth' in his side this year as the Dees await their finals fate
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02:03
Was this one final three-vote performance from Petracca?
Christian Petracca had another standout performance in Melbourne's win against Essendon
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06:24
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00:50
One final farewell for Woosha and Bellchambers
Melbourne and Essendon players line up to farewell John Worsfold and Tom Bellchambers
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00:33
Fritsch puts the final nail in the coffin
A quick snap from Bayley Fritsch seals the win for Melbourne
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00:42
Shiel's huge strike keeps the Bombers alive
Dylan Shiel steps to the side and kicks a massive goal from 50m
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00:37
Stringer flies and Smith scores
Jake Stringer completely misses the mark but Devon Smith mops up the mess
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00:37
Bulldozer Neal-Bullen with courage on display
Alex Neal-Bullen keeps his eye on the ball and kicks a brilliant goal
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00:20
Stringer's passion on show after big goal for the Bombers
Jake Stringer kisses his jumper after kicking a goal right on quarter time
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00:38
Petracca's bullet pass sets up a sitter for Hunt
A perfect kick from Christian Petracca and chain of handballs from Melbourne ends in a Jayden Hunt goal
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00:56
Hunt puts on the jets and drives home a major
Jayden Hunt gets on the move inside 50 and scores Melbourne's first of the day in style
Richmond 12.5 (77) def Adelaide 4.9 (33)
- the Tigers will finish third and play Brisbane in a qualifying final
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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14:38
Nicks: 'It needs to sting and it does'
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says despite a 'really disappointing season' he's 'excited for what the future holds' for the Crows
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06:09
Hardwick: 'Good players' will have to miss out on finals
With the likes of Tom Lynch, Shai Bolton and Dion Prestia a good chance to return for finals Richmond coach Damien Hardwick says positions will be tight
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06:28
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00:43
A simply superb snap from Lambert
Kane Lambert extends the Tigers' lead with a lovely pickup and goal
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00:45
Tiger shows off his strength
Josh Caddy shakes off an injury concern and kicks a big goal for the Tigers
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00:39
Tempers flare as Cotch and Crouch fire up
The Tigers and Crows tussle after Trent Cotchin gives away a free kick to Brad Crouch
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00:20
Knee injury sparks doubt for Caddy
Josh Caddy appears to be in discomfort at half-time after injuring his knee during a marking contest
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00:45
Clearing from the crowd pays off for McIntosh
Kamdyn McIntosh finds some space near the boundary and finishes with a lovely goal
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00:45
Aarts takes advantage of a clear run home
Jake Aarts takes the advantage, runs into an open goal and converts
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00:43
Tex becomes the all-time leading goalkicker for the Crows
Taylor Walker breaks Tony Modra's goal kicking record after kicking his 441st goal
Brisbane 11.12 (78) def Carlton 10.1 (61)
- the Lions will finish second and play Richmond in a qualifying final
LADDER PREDICTOR Can your team make the eight?
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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09:14
Teague: We need to 'be stronger' in the 'critical moments'
Carlton coach David Teague says see-sawing performances have 'happened too often' for the Blues this season
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05:22
Fagan on minor premiership: 'It's always good to do something historical'
Chris Fagan says his side has given itself a chance to 'do something no other Brisbane side has done'
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06:47
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01:01
A final goodbye for Carlton champions
Kade Simpson and Matthew Kreuzer are surrounded by Brisbane and Carlton players as they leave the ground
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00:38
Hipwood kicks a cracker at full speed
Eric Hipwood receives a handball from Stefan Martin and finishes with a classy goal
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00:56
Retiring Simmo strikes a goal to remember
Carlton champion Kade Simpson kicks a brilliant goal on the run during his final AFL game
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00:20
Curnow sticks it out in the rain for Simmo
Heavy rain can't stop Charlie Curnow from supporting Kade Simpson in his final game
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00:38
Martin's look-away handball somehow works to perfection
Stefan Martin attempts a look-away handball which results in a Lincoln McCarthy goal
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00:37
Casboult gets low and lands a blow
Levi Casboult gathers the ball and snaps a goal through traffic
Sunday, September 20
Geelong 10.9 (69) def Sydney 9.9 (63)
- Geelong will finish fourth and play the Power in a qualifying final
LADDER PREDICTOR Can your team make the eight?
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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10:01
Longmire: 'We had a real crack against a top four side'
John Longmire says 'there was a lot to like' about his side's brave effort against the Cats, who were playing for a top four spot
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12:19
Scott: 'I'm not even convinced we're in the best just yet'
Chris Scott believes his side possess enough 'determination and will' that can give them an opportunity to compete strongly in the finals, even if they get off to a slow start like today
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07:12
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00:29
Is this free harsh or correct against Hawkins?
Tom Hawkins is left frustrated and confused after being penalised for using his knee in a marking contest
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00:46
Look out everyone, it's Danger time
Paddy Dangerfield is single-handedly willing the Cats over the line with a stunning start to the final term, including three marks and two goals
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00:27
Debate rages on after Papley falls over
Tom Papley appears to be pushed while taking a shot, but on replay looks to slightly overplay the contact
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00:41
Young Swan more pumped than Paps after this celebration
Justin McInerney releases some serious emotion after scoring an important goal to open the third term
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00:19
This Cat absolutely pounces on unsuspecting Swan
Geelong's Jack Henry does brilliantly to mow down Will Hayward, who had no idea he was coming
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00:34
Papley simply too dangerous in this scenario
Tom Papley proves why he is one of the most-hyped small forwards in the business with this textbook crumbing goal
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00:32
Noise rises as the little master returns with a bang
Returning champion Gary Ablett electrifies the crowd with a beautiful assist, followed up with a typically brilliant goal on the burst
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00:42
Swans have two after bursting Blakey comes through
Nick Blakey crumbs the spillage to perfection and delivers a beautiful shot on the run
Western Bulldogs 10.8 (68) def Fremantle 6.6 (42)
- the Bulldogs will finish seventh and play St Kilda in an elimination final
LADDER PREDICTOR Can your team make the eight?
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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07:30
Longmuir: 'We're not where we want to be'
Despite some encouraging signs this year, Justin Longmuir is adamant his side isn't anywhere near where he expects them to be, declaring he's 'unsatisfied' and they have 'a long way to go'
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11:12
Bevo: 'We're over the moon'
Luke Beveridge says his side are ecstatic to be in the finals race after a slow start to the season and also gives an update on the injury status of Aaron Naughton
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05:53
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00:41
Daniel delivers knockout blow, finals ahead
The Bulldogs are all but in the finals after Caleb Daniel sneaks forward and puts the result beyond doubt
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00:42
Smith's sky-high shot hits the perfect spot
Bailey Smith sends a wonderful snap towards goal and inches the Dogs one step closer to that vital finish line
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00:20
Massive Dogs blow as Naughton off to hospital
The Bulldogs have suffered a big injury concern with key forward Aaron Naughton forced to leave the game following this clash
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00:45
Naughton snaps it through after Docker's horror blue
Brennan Cox has a moment he'd rather forget, spilling an easy mark in defence and allowing his opponent to make him pay full price
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00:39
This Brownlow medallist can sure kick a ball from 60
Fremantle superstar Nat Fyfe delivers an incredible shot from distance
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00:39
Milestone Mitch turns to Messi
Mitch Wallis shows off some crafty skills in front of the sticks to notch this soccer special
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00:41
This ruckman's opening snap deserves another look
Sean Darcy gets the Dockers off to the best start possible with an awesome goal out of the ruck
Monday, September 21
Port Adelaide 9.7 (61) def Collingwood 7.3 (45)
- the Power will secure their fourth minor premiership and host Geelong in a qualifying final
- the Pies will finish eighth and play West Coast in an elimination final in Perth
LADDER PREDICTOR Can your team make the eight?
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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06:15
Buckley: 'We're either not far away or a long way away'
Watch Collingwood's press conference after round 18's match against Port Adelaide
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06:06
Hinkley: 'It matters what happens from here on'
Watch Port Adelaide's press conference after round 18's match against Collingwood
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06:38
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00:51
Houston shows respect for Pendlebury's guard of honour
The Power defender holds his words mid-interview to acknowledge Scott Pendlebury's moment as the Collingwood games record-holder
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00:37
Pies' record-breaker calm as ever to find De Goey
Collingwood games record-holder Scott Pendlebury draws the man and Jordan De Goey kicks an important goal
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00:41
Motlop's towering snap very high and handsome
Stevie Motlop has made a living of moments like this in front of goal
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00:32
Big Dixon with a big reaction to deft work
Charlie Dixon pounces on the ground ball and roars in delight
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00:38
Mihocek ready for anything, including a bizarre Hosk handball
Will Hoskin-Elliott catches everyone by surprise but Brody Mihocek saves the play
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00:34
This is Treloar at his bursting best from the stoppage
Collingwood midfielder Adam Treloar kicks his first goal of the 2020 season and it's a gem
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00:43
Ebert scores in a blink after Pies pair collide
The Power are on the board early through Brad Ebert and Isaac Quaynor is feeling the effects