Adelaide vs. Western Bulldogs Predictions - AFL Elimination Finals 2026

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We have Adelaide vs. Western Bulldogs predictions for the AFL Elimination Finals on Saturday, September 5 at 7:35pm at the Adelaide Oval.

Adelaide is hoping to put last year behind them with an opening AFL finals win over the surging Bulldogs.

Best Bet

Adelaide -13.5 @ $1.90

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Punters should expect a close game for the most part, but we have Adelaide pulling away in the second half to give their home fans something to cheer.

After bowing out of the finals in consecutive games last year, there is pressure on the Crows to perform. However, when they play well, they are tough to beat, especially at the Adelaide Oval, where they play their best footy.

A good form guide is Adelaide’s 121-64 win over the Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium in June, and that was a good bounce back effort after losing to the Bulldogs at home in March.

The Bulldogs looked good when beating Collingwood last week. They survived a kick after the final siren to win 96-93, and we were impressed with their pressure throughout the game. They didn’t let Collingwood dominate in the midfield, so they’re a quality team.

However, we’re banking on Adelaide playing their best, and their best is enough to win and cover the -13.5 spread. Look for Taylor Walker and Riley Thilthorpe to show their worth by having a big game.

Same Game Multi

Adelaide -13.5, Taylor Walker 2+ Goals, Josh Rachele 2+ Goals, Total Points Over 167.5 @ $7.75

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Walker loves the big occasion, and he should deliver for the Crows. He has 18 goals in his last five games, so he’s on fire, and he kicked six goals in his most recent game against GWS. Punters get $1.75 for 2+ goals, which is a generous line from bookmakers.

Josh Rachele pays $2.18 to kick 2+ goals, and he’s also playing well. He has two goals in three of his last four games, and he should get into the action early in the game. Include him in pick to boost AFL same game multi odds.

Best Value Bet

Western Bulldogs/Adelaide HTFT @ $7.25

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We have the Bulldogs taking a halftime lead in what should be a close first half.

They typically start well, but we have Adelaide playing much better in the second half, and they should pull away to send the Bulldogs packing.

Punters get $7.25 for this option, and although it’s not easy to land, it’s worth it considering the odds.

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