Friday, August 15
Essendon vs St Kilda
This Friday night clash at Marvel Stadium promises to be a thrilling encounter. The model is predicting a close contest, with St Kilda tipped to overcome Essendon by a margin of 11 points. However, the Bombers will be looking to put on a show for their home crowd and defy the odds.
Fremantle vs Brisbane
The action heats up on Saturday as Fremantle hosts Brisbane at Optus Stadium. The model suggests this will be an incredibly tight match, with the home side given a slight edge at 52.4% to win. The Lions, however, will be desperate to grab a crucial victory on the road to cement their finals aspirations.
Saturday, August 16
Gold Coast vs GWS
Metricon Stadium will be the stage for a fascinating battle between the Gold Coast Suns and the GWS Giants. The model has the Suns as favourites with a 60% chance of victory, but the Giants will be looking to cause an upset and keep their season alive.
Carlton vs Port Adelaide
The Blues and the Power face off at the MCG in what is shaping up to be a blockbuster. With both teams fighting for a spot in the top eight, the model predicts a narrow win for Carlton with a 57.5% chance. Port Adelaide will be determined to silence the home crowd and secure a vital win.
Hawthorn vs Melbourne
Hawthorn are strong favourites to defeat Melbourne at the MCG, with the model giving them a commanding 74.5% chance of victory and a 17-point margin. However, the Demons will be looking to secure their second win of the season and spoil the Hawks' finals ambitions.
Adelaide vs Collingwood
The Crows and the Magpies will battle it out at Adelaide Oval in a game that the model is predicting will be a close one, with Adelaide having a 62.1% chance to win. Collingwood will be looking to rebound after some tough losses and will be a dangerous opponent.
Sunday, August 17
North Melbourne vs Richmond
The Tigers are the favourites to beat North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium, with the model tipping them for a narrow 1-point win with a 52.5% chance. The Kangaroos will be looking to finish their season on a high and secure a much-needed victory in front of their home fans.
Sydney vs Geelong
The SCG will host a high-stakes clash between the Swans and the Cats. Geelong are predicted by the model to win by a margin of 9 points with a 59.9% chance. However, Sydney will be looking to bounce back from a disappointing last start and will be a tough opponent at home.
Western Bulldogs vs West Coast
The Western Bulldogs are the overwhelming favourites to defeat West Coast at Marvel Stadium, with the model giving them a staggering 95.2% chance of winning with a 52-point margin. The Eagles face a tough task on the road against a red-hot Bulldogs outfit, but will be looking to show some fight in the dying stages of their season.