ANOTHER intriguing weekend has set up a blockbuster final fortnight of the season, with five teams still in the mix for three top-four berths.
Geelong is locked into the top four after its strong win over St Kilda, but any three of Collingwood, Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Fremantle can still secure the double chance.
LADDER PREDICTOR Where will your club finish?
At the other end of the top eight, we've lost two more contenders, with Port Adelaide and Gold Coast both bowing out of the running after their defeats at the weekend.
That leaves St Kilda and the Western Bulldogs eyeing off Carlton and Richmond in seventh and eight. Will the Blues' season of promise end in disappointment? Can the Tigers have one last hurrah near the end of their glory era? It's all yet to play out.
Check out your club's finish to the season below.
Adelaide, Greater Western Sydney, Hawthorn, Essendon, North Melbourne and West Coast have not been considered.
The 10: Round 21's best moments
Watch the best highlights from a round that had a little bit of everything
1. Geelong
64 points (16 wins, four losses) 137.1 per cent
The Cats are timing their run to perfection heading into September and are all but primed to finish the home and away season as the League's No.1 seed, after a sensational 45-point win over St Kilda. Now, with a one-game advantage, plus a healthy percentage gap on Collingwood, Geelong is essentially one win away against either Gold Coast or West Coast from sealing the minor premiership. In an added bonus, the Cats will regain a plethora of rested stars including Joel Selwood, Mark Blicavs and Patrick Dangerfield which only makes them more potent. - Nick D'Urbano
The run home
R22: Gold Coast @ Metricon Stadium
R23: West Coast @ GMHBA Stadium
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:39
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00:36
Stengle stuns crowd with impressive mark
Tyson Stengle flies high to reel in this superb speccy on the wing
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00:43
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00:42
Jezza time with stunning soccer goal
Jeremy Cameron outpaces the opposition and is rewarded with this gem
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00:37
Smith adds more spark for complete Cats
Geelong attacks with full strength as Isaac Smith finishes the work
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00:34
Higgins helps himself to crafty consolation
Jack Higgins kicks a solid snap in the last to give the St Kilda faithful one to cheer
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09:42
Full post-match, R21: Cats
Watch Geelong's press conference after round 21's match against St Kilda
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06:12
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08:13
Full post-match, R21: Saints
Watch St Kilda's press conference after round 21's match against Geelong
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13:09
2. Collingwood
60 points (15 wins, five losses) 106.3 per cent
Will the run stop? And if so, when? Collingwood's 11-game winning streak has lifted it to second spot on the ladder and a game clear inside the top two. It's a remarkable position in Craig McRae's first year in charge of the Magpies. A win over either Sydney or Carlton should ensure a top-four spot, while if they enter the finals on a 13-game winning streak they will have a home qualifying final. - Callum Twomey
The run home
R22: Sydney @ SCG
R23: Carlton @ MCG
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:36
Langdon targeted early after spicy midweek comments
Ed Langdon gets crunched by Brayden Maynard following strong remarks he made during the week
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00:47
Petracca matches De Goey in fiery start
Christian Petracca and Jordan De Goey exchange spectacular goals to begin the contest
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00:42
Fritsch flies for spectacular mark before kicking truly
Bayley Fritsch puts through his first goal of the match after taking a terrific grab
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00:47
Mercurial Mihocek goal brings Pies right back
Brody Mihocek finds the perfect finish to keep Collingwood within touching distance
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00:54
Special Spargo finish extends Demons' lead
Charlie Spargo works out the angles perfectly to bring Melbourne some breathing room
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00:47
Lipinski pinches pearler to excite Pies faithful
Patrick Lipinski hits one to perfection to bring Collingwood within just one goal
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00:42
Dazzling Daicos matched by mesmerising Melbourne major
Josh Daicos gives the lead back to the Pies only for Alex Neal-Bullen to respond instantly
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04:03
Last two mins: Pies fly past Dees in thriller
Enjoy the enthralling final moments between the Magpies and Demons at the MCG
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07:19
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09:23
Full post-match, R21: Magpies
Watch Collingwood's press conference after round 21's match against Melbourne
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05:03
Full post-match, R21: Demons
Watch Melbourne's press conference after round 21's match against Collingwood
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14:27
Mini-Match: Melbourne v Collingwood
Extended highlights of the Demons and Pies clash in round 21
3. Melbourne
56 points (14 wins, six losses) 128.8 per cent
The Dees' loss to Collingwood on Friday night could have big consequences for the reigning premiers' top-four hopes. They face a difficult final fortnight, with clashes against Carlton and Brisbane, with the last-round game against the Lions potentially deciding a double chance for both sides. Coach Simon Goodwin after the defeat to the Magpies said he was just as confident in his side's ability to climb the summit again this season but a top-four spot is going to be hard won. - Callum Twomey
The run home
R22: Carlton @ MCG
R23: Brisbane @ Gabba
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:36
Langdon targeted early after spicy midweek comments
Ed Langdon gets crunched by Brayden Maynard following strong remarks he made during the week
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00:47
Petracca matches De Goey in fiery start
Christian Petracca and Jordan De Goey exchange spectacular goals to begin the contest
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00:42
Fritsch flies for spectacular mark before kicking truly
Bayley Fritsch puts through his first goal of the match after taking a terrific grab
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00:47
Mercurial Mihocek goal brings Pies right back
Brody Mihocek finds the perfect finish to keep Collingwood within touching distance
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00:54
Special Spargo finish extends Demons' lead
Charlie Spargo works out the angles perfectly to bring Melbourne some breathing room
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00:47
Lipinski pinches pearler to excite Pies faithful
Patrick Lipinski hits one to perfection to bring Collingwood within just one goal
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00:42
Dazzling Daicos matched by mesmerising Melbourne major
Josh Daicos gives the lead back to the Pies only for Alex Neal-Bullen to respond instantly
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04:03
Last two mins: Pies fly past Dees in thriller
Enjoy the enthralling final moments between the Magpies and Demons at the MCG
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07:19
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09:23
Full post-match, R21: Magpies
Watch Collingwood's press conference after round 21's match against Melbourne
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05:03
Full post-match, R21: Demons
Watch Melbourne's press conference after round 21's match against Collingwood
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14:27
Mini-Match: Melbourne v Collingwood
Extended highlights of the Demons and Pies clash in round 21
4. Sydney
56 points (14 wins, six losses), 127.5 per cent
The Swans' 38-point win against the Roos has done their top-four hopes the world of good and they remain in the mix to finish top-two. The round 22 clash against Collingwood at the SCG becomes enormous, with the Magpies boasting one more win than the Swans, but Sydney owning a far superior percentage. The Swans face a tricky assignment in round 23 – St Kilda at Marvel Stadium, which could be a game the Saints must win in order to play finals. - Trent Masenhelder
The run home
R22: Collingwood @ SCG
R23: St Kilda @ Marvel Stadium
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:24
Air Anderson hauls in early ripper
Jed Anderson climbs over the top for a smooth speccy in the opening quarter
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00:51
Swans swarm Roo and Gulden slams it through
Sydney applies some solid pressure to force the turnover and Errol Gulden capitalises with a super strike
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00:54
Papley pops up at just the right time
The Swans were crying out for a goal and Tom Papley obliges with this clever soccer finish
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00:50
Heeney helps himself to Bud's crumbs and doesn't miss
Isaac Heeney reads the play to perfection and snaps through another for Sydney
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00:42
Hall gives his all in this super strike
Aaron Hall unleashes a monster kick to raise the roof at Marvel
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00:59
Buddy still finding new ways to impress in right-foot gem
Lance Franklin finishes in dazzling style as the Swans start to pull away
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00:46
Warner wizardry on show at Marvel
Chad Warner adds another highlight to his phenomenal season with this beautiful finish on the burst
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00:42
Larkey equals career-best with lucky seven
Nick Larkey slots yet another goal to bring up number seven in a fine performance
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07:09
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01:17
Warner weaves usual magic in stunning hat-trick
Chad Warner scores three mesmerising goals on the run to mark another terrific outing
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06:51
Full post-match, R21: Swans
Watch Sydney's press conference after round 21's match against North Melbourne
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07:59
Full post-match, R21: Kangaroos
Watch North Melbourne's press conference after round 21's match against Sydney
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14:54
Mini-Match: North Melbourne v Sydney
Extended highlights of the Kangaroos and Swans clash in round 21
5. Brisbane
56 points (14 wins, six losses) 124.2 per cent
After taking care of Carlton on Sunday, the equation is simple for the Lions – beat the Saints and Demons and earn a double chance in the top four. Aside from last weekend's second-half slip-up against Richmond, Brisbane has put together an excellent month of footy, winning three of its past four matches and building nicely in the run to September. Cal Ah Chee (concussion) will miss next week's match, while there's a question mark over Marcus Adams (ribs), but the Lions are as healthy as they've been for a long time and capable of beating anyone. - Michael Whiting
The run home
R22: St Kilda @ Marvel Stadium
R23: Melbourne @ Gabba
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:42
Neale nails a gem to get Lions rolling
Lachie Neale kicks the first major of the match with a classy finish
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00:33
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00:39
Is Cripps in trouble for this hit on Ah Chee?
Callum Ah Chee is subbed out after Patrick Cripps flies and crunches him
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00:42
Blues surge back with two in a minute
Jack Newnes and Jesse Motlop kick quick goals to give Carlton life
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00:47
Charging Charlie finishes the job after Bailey brilliance
Charlie Cameron kicks his second goal after Zac Bailey's superb baulk and kick
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00:37
Bailey's superb bursting snap piles pain on Blues
Zac Bailey cuts the angle with pace to kick his fourth major
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00:43
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00:42
Durdin keeps Blues alive with outrageous snap
Corey Durdin makes an immediate impact as the sub with insane finish
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01:55
Brilliant Bailey runs hot with four majors to seal Lions' finals spot
Zac Bailey sets up two goals and kicks four of his own in a dominant display
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07:55
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06:02
Full post-match, R21: Blues
Watch Carlton's press conference after round 21's match against Brisbane
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06:43
Full post-match, R21: Lions
Watch Brisbane's press conference after round 21's match against Carlton
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14:06
6. Fremantle
54 points (13 wins, six losses, one draw) 115.3 per cent
After three games without a win, the Dockers are back in the hunt for a top-four finish after beating the Western Bulldogs on Saturday. They are a game behind Geelong and Collingwood, but just two points behind Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane. Justin Longmuir's side will have to go to the nation's capital to secure the double chance on the last weekend of the home and away season. - Josh Gabelich
The run home
R22: West Coast @ Optus Stadium
R23: Greater Western Sydney @ Manuka Oval
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:45
Logue runs it home to give Dockers early lead
Griffin Logue slams home his side's third major of the opening term to give them the early jump
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00:45
Baz kicks a ripper from the boundary
Bailey Smith produces this incredible finish hugging the boundary line to get the Dogs' faithful up and about
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00:39
Vandermeer's crumb gives Dogs the lead
Laitham Vandermeer roves the pack brilliantly to put this goal through and give his side back the lead
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01:03
Lobb launches back-to-back beauties
Rory Lobb kicks Fremantle's last two goals with these brilliant set shots sailing through from similar spots
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00:47
Passionate O'Driscoll unleashes long-range bomb
Nathan O'Driscoll nails this ripping running goal from beyond the arc to keep his side's handy buffer
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00:47
Clever Dunkley threads the needle
Josh Dunkley's class was on show with this brilliant rove and goal late in the third term
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07:00
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06:42
Full post-match, R21: Dockers
Watch Fremantle's press conference after round 21's match against Western Bulldogs
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08:02
Full post-match, R21: Bulldogs
Watch Western Bulldogs's press conference after round 21's match against Fremantle
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14:57
Mini-Match: Western Bulldogs v Fremantle
Extended highlights of the Bulldogs and Dockers clash in round 21
7. Carlton
48 points (12 wins, eight losses) 109.6 per cent
There are nervous times ahead for Blues fans following Sunday's loss to Brisbane. Although teams outside the eight stumbled at the weekend, Carlton still needs one more win to lock away a berth in the finals. They should regain ruckman Marc Pittonet to face Melbourne next Saturday night, but will wait nervously for the MRO's findings on skipper Patrick Cripps. It all could boil down to an absolute blockbuster final Sunday afternoon of the home-and-away season against arch rival Collingwood at the MCG. - Michael Whiting
The run home
R22: Melbourne @ MCG
R23: Collingwood @ MCG
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:42
Neale nails a gem to get Lions rolling
Lachie Neale kicks the first major of the match with a classy finish
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00:33
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00:39
Is Cripps in trouble for this hit on Ah Chee?
Callum Ah Chee is subbed out after Patrick Cripps flies and crunches him
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00:42
Blues surge back with two in a minute
Jack Newnes and Jesse Motlop kick quick goals to give Carlton life
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00:47
Charging Charlie finishes the job after Bailey brilliance
Charlie Cameron kicks his second goal after Zac Bailey's superb baulk and kick
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00:37
Bailey's superb bursting snap piles pain on Blues
Zac Bailey cuts the angle with pace to kick his fourth major
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00:43
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00:42
Durdin keeps Blues alive with outrageous snap
Corey Durdin makes an immediate impact as the sub with insane finish
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01:55
Brilliant Bailey runs hot with four majors to seal Lions' finals spot
Zac Bailey sets up two goals and kicks four of his own in a dominant display
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07:55
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06:02
Full post-match, R21: Blues
Watch Carlton's press conference after round 21's match against Brisbane
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06:43
Full post-match, R21: Lions
Watch Brisbane's press conference after round 21's match against Carlton
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14:06
8. Richmond
46 points (11 wins, eight losses, one draw) 115.8 per cent
Despite a horror patch last month, consecutive wins against Brisbane and Port Adelaide mean Richmond's finals destiny is back in its own hands. The Tigers have a two-point buffer on St Kilda, and are six points clear of the Western Bulldogs in 10th. Hawthorn and Essendon have both thrown up a few curveballs throughout the season, so it's not the straightest run to September, but the Tigers should be good enough to scrape through. - Sarah Black
The run home
R22: Hawthorn @ MCG
R23: Essendon @ MCG
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:24
Could Cotchin have a case to answer over Wines tackle?
Richmond skipper Trent Cotchin may attract attention for this tackle on Power gun Ollie Wines
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00:51
Dixon's double delight gives Power the fast start
Charlie Dixon kicks two goals in a minute in the opening term
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00:48
Ross fires home a ripper from way back
Jack Ross kicks his first major of the season with a thumping long kick
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00:37
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00:41
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00:45
Super Shai shocks us again with another contender
Shai Bolton dances his way through traffic to kick a special snap
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00:33
Vlastuin subbed out after crunching Dixon knee
Nick Vlastuin is forced to leave the field after a brutal contest in defence
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00:56
Rozee rides high into the night sky
Connor Rozee gets the sit and takes a super hanger before converting
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02:04
Magnetic Bolton boots four to spur Tigers' finals hopes
Shai Bolton puts on a trademark clinic to lead Richmond to vital victory
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07:40
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04:58
Full post-match, R21: Tigers
Watch Richmond's press conference after round 21's match against Port Adelaide
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10:57
Full post-match, R21: Power
Watch Port Adelaide's press conference after round 21's match against Richmond
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13:23
Mini-Match: Port Adelaide v Richmond
Extended highlights of the Power and Tigers clash in round 21
9. St Kilda
44 points (11 wins, nine losses) 101.1 per cent
The loss to Geelong on Saturday night, coupled with Richmond's win over Port Adelaide, means the Saints have fallen to ninth and sit two points behind the Tigers heading into the final two games of the season. Now, a horror fortnight awaits the Saints who quite simply need to beat Brisbane at Marvel Stadium under the bright lights of Friday night football. After that, another monster clash against top-four fancy Sydney awaits in the final game of the home and away season. But two wins still may not be enough for Brett Ratten's charges, who require one of Hawthorn or Essendon to upset the Tigers in the final fortnight, or for Carlton to go winless in the final fortnight. It's a big ask, but there's still a chance. - Nick D'Urbano
The run home
R22: Brisbane @ Marvel Stadium
R23: Sydney @ Marvel Stadium
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:39
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00:36
Stengle stuns crowd with impressive mark
Tyson Stengle flies high to reel in this superb speccy on the wing
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00:43
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00:42
Jezza time with stunning soccer goal
Jeremy Cameron outpaces the opposition and is rewarded with this gem
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00:37
Smith adds more spark for complete Cats
Geelong attacks with full strength as Isaac Smith finishes the work
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00:34
Higgins helps himself to crafty consolation
Jack Higgins kicks a solid snap in the last to give the St Kilda faithful one to cheer
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09:42
Full post-match, R21: Cats
Watch Geelong's press conference after round 21's match against St Kilda
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06:12
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08:13
Full post-match, R21: Saints
Watch St Kilda's press conference after round 21's match against Geelong
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13:09
10. Western Bulldogs
40 points (10 wins, 10 losses) 107.9 per cent
Following their loss to Fremantle, the Western Bulldogs will need to win both games across the final fortnight to play in September. And even then, Luke Beveridge's side will need other results to fall in their favour after back-to-back losses against premiership contenders Fremantle and Geelong. The past three games were always the challenge, but now they must beat Greater Western Sydney and Hawthorn – who both won on the weekend – if they are going to feature in the finals. - Josh Gabelich
The run home
R22: Greater Western Sydney @ Marvel Stadium
R23: Hawthorn @ UTAS Stadium
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:45
Logue runs it home to give Dockers early lead
Griffin Logue slams home his side's third major of the opening term to give them the early jump
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00:45
Baz kicks a ripper from the boundary
Bailey Smith produces this incredible finish hugging the boundary line to get the Dogs' faithful up and about
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00:39
Vandermeer's crumb gives Dogs the lead
Laitham Vandermeer roves the pack brilliantly to put this goal through and give his side back the lead
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01:03
Lobb launches back-to-back beauties
Rory Lobb kicks Fremantle's last two goals with these brilliant set shots sailing through from similar spots
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00:47
Passionate O'Driscoll unleashes long-range bomb
Nathan O'Driscoll nails this ripping running goal from beyond the arc to keep his side's handy buffer
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00:47
Clever Dunkley threads the needle
Josh Dunkley's class was on show with this brilliant rove and goal late in the third term
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07:00
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06:42
Full post-match, R21: Dockers
Watch Fremantle's press conference after round 21's match against Western Bulldogs
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08:02
Full post-match, R21: Bulldogs
Watch Western Bulldogs's press conference after round 21's match against Fremantle
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14:57
Mini-Match: Western Bulldogs v Fremantle
Extended highlights of the Bulldogs and Dockers clash in round 21
11. Gold Coast
36 points (nine wins, 11 losses) 102.7 per cent
Gold Coast can officially put a line through the faint finals hopes it had before round 21, with Richmond's win over Port Adelaide the final nail in the coffin for the Suns. Saturday's loss to Hawthorn leaves the Suns in 11th position on the ladder and two-and-a-half wins outside the top eight, with only two rounds remaining. Gold Coast will have to wait at least another year to feature in an elusive finals series, but with the significant improvement made in season 2022, anything is possible next year. - Alison O'Connor
The run home
R22: Geelong @ Metricon Stadium
R23: North Melbourne @ Marvel Stadium
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:29
Sharp's long-range roost gets Suns rolling
Jeremy Sharp gives his side their first major of the match with this bomb from beyond the arc sailing through late in the first term
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00:42
Snapping Ward extends Hawks' lead
Josh Ward produces this brilliant snap goal to continue his side's dominant start to the second term
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00:24
Breust all class with stellar finish
Luke Breust shows his class with this exceptional running goal to further extend his side's lead
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00:41
Hollands lands special snap as Suns keep coming
Elijah Hollands produces this stellar finish to keep his side in the game
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00:42
Is Impey in trouble for this bump?
Jarman Impey may find himself in trouble with the MRO after he laid this big bump during the third quarter
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05:33
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04:54
Full post-match, R21: Hawks
Watch Hawthorn's press conference after round 21's match against Gold Coast
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07:09
Full post-match, R21: Suns
Watch Gold Coast's press conference after round 21's match against Hawthorn
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14:17
12. Port Adelaide
32 points (eight wins, 12 losses) 101.8 per cent
Port Adelaide's finals chances – both realistic and mathematical – have been extinguished by the loss to Richmond. The Power does have the squad to beat both Essendon and Adelaide and finish the season on a high, but the 0-5 start to the year has ultimately cost them. - Sarah Black
The run home
R22: Essendon @ Marvel Stadium
R23: Adelaide @ Adelaide Oval
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:24
Could Cotchin have a case to answer over Wines tackle?
Richmond skipper Trent Cotchin may attract attention for this tackle on Power gun Ollie Wines
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00:51
Dixon's double delight gives Power the fast start
Charlie Dixon kicks two goals in a minute in the opening term
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00:48
Ross fires home a ripper from way back
Jack Ross kicks his first major of the season with a thumping long kick
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00:37
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00:41
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00:45
Super Shai shocks us again with another contender
Shai Bolton dances his way through traffic to kick a special snap
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00:33
Vlastuin subbed out after crunching Dixon knee
Nick Vlastuin is forced to leave the field after a brutal contest in defence
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00:56
Rozee rides high into the night sky
Connor Rozee gets the sit and takes a super hanger before converting
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02:04
Magnetic Bolton boots four to spur Tigers' finals hopes
Shai Bolton puts on a trademark clinic to lead Richmond to vital victory
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07:40
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04:58
Full post-match, R21: Tigers
Watch Richmond's press conference after round 21's match against Port Adelaide
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10:57
Full post-match, R21: Power
Watch Port Adelaide's press conference after round 21's match against Richmond
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13:23
Mini-Match: Port Adelaide v Richmond
Extended highlights of the Power and Tigers clash in round 21