IT ALL comes down to this.
One more round, but only minor premier Geelong has locked away its ladder position, courtesy of a 12-game winning streak.
The remaining seven spots in the top eight hinge on the results of round 23, and there are still two clubs outside the eight - the Western Bulldogs and St Kilda - eyeing Carlton's tenuous hold on the final berth.
LADDER PREDICTOR Where will your club finish?
Three games in the final round feature top-eight clubs facing one another: Brisbane v Melbourne on Friday night, and a Super Sunday double of Carlton v Collingwood at the MCG and St Kilda v Sydney at Marvel Stadium.
There are five teams still in the running for the remaining three top-four berths: Sydney, Melbourne, Brisbane, Collingwood and Fremantle. None is guaranteed the double chance just yet, although things would have to go awfully wrong for the Swans to miss out.
Check out your club's finish to the season below.
Port Adelaide, Gold Coast, Adelaide, Greater Western Sydney, Hawthorn, Essendon, North Melbourne and West Coast have not been considered.
The 10: Round 22's best moments
Watch the best highlights from an entertaining round
1. Geelong
68 points (17 wins, four losses) 139.7 per cent
The minor premiership is in the bag and if Geelong is good enough, it won't have to leave Victoria again for the rest of the season. The Cats' 12th straight win on Saturday night, this time against an outmatched Gold Coast, was another example of a team with its game in seemingly perfect order. Isaac Smith and Mitch Duncan will return from a rest for the final round against West Coast, but don't expect Chris Scott to continue mixing up his 22 as he searches for perfection. While every other team squabbles over top-four and top-eight spots, the Cats have put themselves in the perfect spot to challenge for a second flag under Scott's tutelage. - Michael Whiting
The run home
R23: West Coast @ GMHBA Stadium
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:47
Silky Stengle nails it from the pocket
Tyson Stengle gives his side the first major of the night with this special finish from the forward pocket
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00:52
Electrifying Rankine makes early impact
Izak Rankine produces this special finish to get his side going midway through the first term
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00:45
Clever Menegola steals a ripper
Sam Menegola picked his opponent's pockets with this stunning steal and goal to follow
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00:47
Stellar Stengle dribbles in third of the term
Tyson Stengle caps off a quarter to remember with this third goal dribbling through
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00:54
Holmes' running bomb continues Cats' party
Max Holmes nails this super long-range effort to further extend his side's lead late in the second term
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00:43
Miers delights with epic intercept
Gryan Miers intercepts an errant Suns' handball and calmly slots this slick running goal
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00:24
Suns' disaster as Rankine goes down
Izak Rankine had to be helped off the ground following this contest in the fourth term
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07:09
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09:21
Full post-match, R22: Cats
Watch Geelong's press conference after round 22's match against Gold Coast
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07:57
Full post-match, R22: Suns
Watch Gold Coast's press conference after round 22's match against Geelong
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14:56
2. Sydney
60 points (15 wins, six losses) 128.3 per cent
The Swans have their destiny in their own hands, and top-two is more crucial for interstate sides. John Longmire's men could arrive at the start of September with two home finals at the SCG, which would make their run to a Grand Final much smoother than others. They need to beat St Kilda next Sunday and comfortably, given Melbourne and Brisbane are just narrowly behind them on percentage and the Lions and Demons face each other next Friday night in a game that will define the eight. - Josh Gabelich
The run home
R23: St Kilda @ Marvel Stadium
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:50
Rampe goes bang from long range
Dane Rampe lets rip with this brilliant kick from beyond the arc to get his side's early dominance
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00:46
Papley bursts free and snaps it home
Tom Papley makes his presence felt in this brilliant passage of play to slot his first major of the game
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00:38
Cool Daicos stems the flow
Josh Daicos shows his class with this silky running finish sailing through late in the first term
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00:33
Rampe's brilliant chase denies Mihocek certain goal
Collingwood's Brody Mihocek seemed certain to kick a crucial goal for the Pies before Sydney co-captain Dane Rampe produced a desperate tackle
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00:18
Buddy too good with stellar snap
Lance Franklin shows his prowess in front of goal with this exceptional finish coming just before the quarter-time siren
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00:46
Snapping Heeney extends Swans' lead
Isaac Heeney finishes off a great team play with this brilliant snap midway through the third term
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00:34
Johnson benefits from controversial McCartin call
Patrick McCartin gives away a deliberate free kick as Ash Johnson makes him pay with this goal
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00:21
Heeney and Buddy send the SCG into raptures
A genius tap from Isaac Heeney feeds Lance Franklin for a mesmerising finish
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06:43
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09:20
Full post-match, R22: Magpies
Watch Collingwood's press conference after round 22's match against Sydney
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07:39
Full post-match, R22: Swans
Watch Sydney's press conference after round 22's match against Collingwood
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13:12
3. Melbourne
60 points (15 wins, six losses) 127.7 per cent
Melbourne's last-gasp win over Carlton has well and truly kept its top four hopes alive, while denting Carlton's finals aspirations. Next Friday night's clash with Brisbane at the Gabba is likely to decide just who will earn a double chance, with the Dees holding a buffer of three percentage points over the Lions. - Sarah Black
The run home
R23: Brisbane @ Gabba
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:45
Melksham's magic mark results in Melbourne major
Jake Melksham marks the ball at the back of a pack to get Melbourne's first goal
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00:36
McKay mows down Brayshaw and get Carlton's first
A brilliant tackle by Harry McKay allows the Blues to tie it up against the Demons
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00:42
Pickett snaps one from outside 50 for great major
Kysaiah Pickett snaps a beauty from distance to get Melbourne into the lead
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00:42
Jake wriggles through pack for this awesome snap
Jake Melksham evades the contest to get his second for the match
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00:47
Silvagni smarts brings Blues back in it
Jack Silvagni's brilliant snap from the back of the pack brings Carlton within a few points
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00:38
Durdin uses his head in this clever goal
Corey Durdin follows up a gutsy smother with a great snap to put the Blues in front
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00:39
Langdon creates something out of nothing
Ed Langdon creates magic with this brilliant goal to put Melbourne ahead
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01:04
Pickett's incredible clutch goal steals victory
Kysaiah Pickett snaps a brilliant goal in the dying seconds to break Blues' hearts
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05:42
Last two mins: Kozzy special breaks Blues' hearts at the death
Enjoy the thrilling final moments between the Demons and Blues at the MCG
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07:54
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05:21
Full post-match, R22: Demons
Watch Melbourne's press conference after round 22's match against Carlton
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05:26
Full post-match, R22: Blues
Watch Carlton's press conference after round 22's match against Melbourne
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14:49
4. Brisbane
60 points (15 wins, six losses) 124.1 per cent
The Lions' pursuit of a top-four spot is in their hands next Friday night, and they might even secure a top-two position and a home qualifying final. Win against the Demons next week and Brisbane will get a double chance – lose and they put themselves at the mercy of other results in a tight race for the top four. Brisbane was scratchy against St Kilda but did enough on Friday night and has won its past two games after the horror fadeout against Richmond. - Callum Twomey
The run home
R23: Melbourne @ Gabba
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:37
Jack goes whack in eye-catching opener
St Kilda's Jack Higgins launches an absolute monster kick to notch the first
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00:39
Cracking Charlie clunk gets Marvel rocking
Charlie Cameron draws a massive roar after this huge mark in the pack
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00:42
Could Crouch have a case to answer for this contact?
Brad Crouch may find himself in hot water with the MRO after this late bump on Darcy Gardiner
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00:47
McStay makes them pay with powerful pluck
Dan McStay piles on more misery for the Saints with this great grab in the goalsquare
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00:25
Zorko the magician performs one-handed trick
Dayne Zorko reels in this stunning grab with one hand to provide some spark after the half-time break
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00:42
Ridiculous Rayner finish gets Lions roaring
Cam Rayner bursts forward and slams through an absolute ripping goal from distance
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00:59
Daniher delight after King's yips continue
Joe Daniher dribbles through a huge goal after Max King's horror night in front of the sticks continues
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07:53
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01:44
King's night to forget in front of the sticks
Saints young gun Max King endures a frustrating night kicking for goal with five behinds
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01:45
Rayner's fantastic four lights up Marvel
Cam Rayner helps gets the Lions over the line with a stunning four-goal outing
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08:17
Full post-match, R22: Saints
Watch St Kilda's press conference after round 22's match against Brisbane
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09:56
Full post-match, R22: Lions
Watch Brisbane's press conference after round 22's match against St Kilda
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14:21
5. Collingwood
60 points (15 wins, six losses) 104.4 per cent
The streak is finally over. After 11 straight wins, the equation is fairly simple for the Magpies: if they beat Carlton next Sunday they will secure a double chance. Carlton must win to play finals for the first time since 2013, so it will feel like a final in August at the MCG between the traditional powerhouse clubs. A loss could see the Pies drift as low as sixth and face Richmond or Carlton in an elimination final. Plenty to play for next weekend. - Josh Gabelich
THE RUN HOME Pies hit the wall, HUGE R23 looms large
The run home
R23: Carlton @ MCG
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:50
Rampe goes bang from long range
Dane Rampe lets rip with this brilliant kick from beyond the arc to get his side's early dominance
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00:46
Papley bursts free and snaps it home
Tom Papley makes his presence felt in this brilliant passage of play to slot his first major of the game
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00:38
Cool Daicos stems the flow
Josh Daicos shows his class with this silky running finish sailing through late in the first term
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00:33
Rampe's brilliant chase denies Mihocek certain goal
Collingwood's Brody Mihocek seemed certain to kick a crucial goal for the Pies before Sydney co-captain Dane Rampe produced a desperate tackle
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00:18
Buddy too good with stellar snap
Lance Franklin shows his prowess in front of goal with this exceptional finish coming just before the quarter-time siren
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00:46
Snapping Heeney extends Swans' lead
Isaac Heeney finishes off a great team play with this brilliant snap midway through the third term
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00:34
Johnson benefits from controversial McCartin call
Patrick McCartin gives away a deliberate free kick as Ash Johnson makes him pay with this goal
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00:21
Heeney and Buddy send the SCG into raptures
A genius tap from Isaac Heeney feeds Lance Franklin for a mesmerising finish
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06:43
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09:20
Full post-match, R22: Magpies
Watch Collingwood's press conference after round 22's match against Sydney
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07:39
Full post-match, R22: Swans
Watch Sydney's press conference after round 22's match against Collingwood
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13:12
6. Fremantle
58 points (14 wins, six losses, one draw) 116.4 per cent
A home final is secured at a minimum, but the Dockers will now be hoping results can fall their way and a double chance becomes a possibility. Saturday night's Western Derby win kept that dream alive, but they must also now account for Greater Western Sydney in Canberra. If they secure those four points they will overtake one of Melbourne or Brisbane – assuming that match is not a draw – but be relying on one of the Magpies or Swans to lose in order to finish in the top four. - Nathan Schmook
The run home
R23: Greater Western Sydney @ Manuka Oval
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:43
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00:38
Super Serong takes flight from 50
Caleb Serong finishes strong as Fremantle score its first major
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00:45
Redden capitalises off 150 metre penalty
A scuffle between Fremantle and West Coast leads Jack Redden straight to the goal line
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00:51
Walters drills one home
A terrific display of Fremantle football sets up this Michael Walters goal
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00:42
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00:56
Frederick ignites crowd with this beauty
Michael Frederick produces a stunning finish for the Dockers
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00:45
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06:10
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10:06
Full post-match, R22: Dockers
Watch Fremantle's press conference after round 22's match against West Coast
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01:32
Darcy puts on a spectacle
Sean Darcy takes home the Glendinning-Allan Medal after strong derby performance
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09:34
Full post-match, R22: Eagles
Watch West Coast's press conference after round 22's match against Fremantle
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13:46
Mini-Match: Fremantle v West Coast
Extended highlights of the Dockers and Eagles clash in round 22
7. Richmond
50 points (12 wins, eight losses, one draw) 118.7 per cent
The Tigers have locked in a finals berth with three straight wins, having gone winless across three rounds prior to that. Richmond can finish no higher than seventh, but can drop to eighth if they lose to Essendon at the MCG on Saturday night and eighth-placed Carlton beats Collingwood on Sunday in round 23. The Tigers will be confident, having not lost to the Bombers since 2014, but they will still be without Dustin Martin and Dylan Grimes. - Ben Somerford
The run home
R23: Essendon @ MCG
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:59
Lynch looking ominous early with cool clunk
Tom Lynch kicks the opening goal of the game after reeling in a superb grab
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00:50
Kosi's crafty dribble kick finds the sticks
Jacob Koschitzke rolls through an awesome goal to get the Hawks on the board
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00:37
Edwards electrifies with the slickest of snaps
Shane Edwards takes the advantage and nails this ripping shot
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00:43
Shai flies before Prestia picks his spot
Dion Prestia adds another goal for the Tigers after a fine team play
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00:55
Lynch lighting up 'G as goals keep coming
Tom Lynch continues to add more majors to his tally as he notches three in quick succession
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00:56
Jack's knack earns him two in one minute
Jack Gunston produces a pair of consolation goals for the Hawks on an otherwise disappointing day
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00:47
Serong surrounded after first AFL major
Jai Serong provides a moment for Hawthorn fans to celebrate, after landing his first goal in the big league
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07:18
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02:21
Lynch the great bags career-best eight
Tom Lynch was at his powerful best against the Hawks with a monstrous eight-goal outing
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06:59
Full post-match, R22: Hawks
Watch Hawthorn's press conference after round 22's match against Richmond
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05:44
Full post-match, R22: Tigers
Watch Richmond's press conference after round 22's match against Hawthorn
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14:30
8. Carlton
48 points (12 wins, nine losses) 108.8 per cent
Could it be scripted any better? Carlton's chances to fully secure its first finals berth since 2013 come down to a Sunday arvo clash with arch rival Collingwood at the MCG. The Blues are vulnerable to the lurking Western Bulldogs, while St Kilda's percentage may rule them out of leapfrogging Carlton. - Sarah Black
The run home
R23: Collingwood @ MCG
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:45
Melksham's magic mark results in Melbourne major
Jake Melksham marks the ball at the back of a pack to get Melbourne's first goal
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00:36
McKay mows down Brayshaw and get Carlton's first
A brilliant tackle by Harry McKay allows the Blues to tie it up against the Demons
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00:42
Pickett snaps one from outside 50 for great major
Kysaiah Pickett snaps a beauty from distance to get Melbourne into the lead
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00:42
Jake wriggles through pack for this awesome snap
Jake Melksham evades the contest to get his second for the match
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00:47
Silvagni smarts brings Blues back in it
Jack Silvagni's brilliant snap from the back of the pack brings Carlton within a few points
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00:38
Durdin uses his head in this clever goal
Corey Durdin follows up a gutsy smother with a great snap to put the Blues in front
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00:39
Langdon creates something out of nothing
Ed Langdon creates magic with this brilliant goal to put Melbourne ahead
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01:04
Pickett's incredible clutch goal steals victory
Kysaiah Pickett snaps a brilliant goal in the dying seconds to break Blues' hearts
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05:42
Last two mins: Kozzy special breaks Blues' hearts at the death
Enjoy the thrilling final moments between the Demons and Blues at the MCG
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07:54
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05:21
Full post-match, R22: Demons
Watch Melbourne's press conference after round 22's match against Carlton
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05:26
Full post-match, R22: Blues
Watch Carlton's press conference after round 22's match against Melbourne
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14:49
9. Western Bulldogs
44 points (11 wins, 10 losses) 107.9 per cent
They're still alive and only just. The Western Bulldogs were made to work for it by a dogged Greater Western Sydney outfit in their five-point win on Saturday afternoon and, after receiving the required help from Melbourne, they still sit in with a chance heading into the final round of the season. However, Luke Beveridge's side needs to end a 14-year winless run against the Hawks in Tassie next Sunday, along with requiring Collingwood to knock off Carlton later in the day. - Nick D'Urbano
The run home
R23: Hawthorn @ UTAS Stadium
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:55
Riccardi rolls through ripper as Giants get started
Jake Riccardi snaps through this brilliant goal to get his side going midway through the first term
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00:47
Roving Weightman gives Dogs instant reply
Cody Weightman slots home this super finish to give his side back the lead
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00:28
Dazzling Dale launches beauty from long range
Bailey Dale nails this super running goal to extend his side's lead
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00:51
Libba's snap puts Dogs back in front
Tom Liberatore snaps through this brilliant goal which is his side's first for the second term
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00:42
Classy Ward breaks the deadlock
Callan Ward shows his class with this special finish giving his side back the lead
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01:46
Naughton denied by the ARC as Dogs fans bark
Aaron Naughton has his goal reversed on review where the ball appeared to hit the post
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00:38
Bailey's hot minute has Giants seeing double
Back-to-back beauties from Bailey Williams and Bailey Smith kept up their side's massive momentum swing during the third
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03:24
Last two mins: Dogs hang on in see-sawing affair to edge Giants
Enjoy the thrilling final moments between the Bulldogs and Giants at Marvel Stadium
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06:37
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09:02
Full post-match, R22: Giants
Watch GWS's press conference after round 22's match against Western Bulldogs
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09:15
Full post-match, R22: Bulldogs
Watch Western Bulldogs's press conference after round 22's match against GWS
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14:24
Mini-Match: Western Bulldogs v GWS
Extended highlights of the Bulldogs and Giants clash in round 22
10. St Kilda
44 points (11 wins, 10 losses) 100.1 per cent
The Saints need to win next week and hope a stack of results go their way to be a chance to sneak into the finals. Let's face it, they're about a five per cent chance of getting there but it ain't over 'til it's over. They would have been in a much stronger spot to clinch eighth spot had their goalkicking been on song on Friday night against Brisbane but it wasn't to be. They have lost seven of their past 10 games so wouldn't be entering September with a run of hot form if they get in. - Callum Twomey
The run home
R23: Sydney @ Marvel Stadium
ALL THE HIGHLIGHTS
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00:37
Jack goes whack in eye-catching opener
St Kilda's Jack Higgins launches an absolute monster kick to notch the first
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00:39
Cracking Charlie clunk gets Marvel rocking
Charlie Cameron draws a massive roar after this huge mark in the pack
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00:42
Could Crouch have a case to answer for this contact?
Brad Crouch may find himself in hot water with the MRO after this late bump on Darcy Gardiner
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00:47
McStay makes them pay with powerful pluck
Dan McStay piles on more misery for the Saints with this great grab in the goalsquare
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00:25
Zorko the magician performs one-handed trick
Dayne Zorko reels in this stunning grab with one hand to provide some spark after the half-time break
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00:42
Ridiculous Rayner finish gets Lions roaring
Cam Rayner bursts forward and slams through an absolute ripping goal from distance
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00:59
Daniher delight after King's yips continue
Joe Daniher dribbles through a huge goal after Max King's horror night in front of the sticks continues
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07:53
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01:44
King's night to forget in front of the sticks
Saints young gun Max King endures a frustrating night kicking for goal with five behinds
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01:45
Rayner's fantastic four lights up Marvel
Cam Rayner helps gets the Lions over the line with a stunning four-goal outing
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08:17
Full post-match, R22: Saints
Watch St Kilda's press conference after round 22's match against Brisbane
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09:56
Full post-match, R22: Lions
Watch Brisbane's press conference after round 22's match against St Kilda
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