** 2021 preview and predictions are shown below – 2022 predictions will be updated on the Monday before the round starts! **

We have expert betting tips for AFL Round 23, which features the likes of Lions vs Eagles, Cats vs Demons and Swans vs Suns.

It’s the final round of the regular season and there are three teams that could take the final playoff spot. There are also three teams that could take the top spot, so everything is still to play for.

We have done the form to find the best value bets available for Round 23 of the AFL.

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AFL Round 23 Tips

Brisbane Lions vs West Coast Eagles @ Gabba

Brisbane got back to its best with a convincing win over Collingwood last week. The 142-57 thrashing put the Lions back in contention and we expect them to win again against West Coast.

The Eagles have been struggling for weeks and Sunday’s loss to the Fremantle Dockers was another nail in the proverbial coffin.

Brisbane should have too much class for the Eagles and the margin shouldn’t be close.

Betting tip: Brisbane Lions to win – Bet @ Sportsbet

Lions by 32

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Carlton Blues vs GWS Giants @ Marvel Stadium

The Giants were the most impressive team in Round 22, which included some fantastic performances.

We couldn’t have been more impressed with their outstanding win over the Richmond Tigers. They were tough in the trenches and counterattacking opportunities came throughout the game.

Beating Carlton is on the cards as the Giants look to improve their playoff positioning. Bookmakers should have the Giants as firm favourites and they should get the job done for punters.

Betting tip: GWS Giants to win – Bet @ Sportsbet

Giants by 30

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Essendon Bombers vs Collingwood Magpies @ MCG

The Dons were terrific when beating Gold Coast last week and a win would send them through to the finals.

It’s a huge game for Essendon against Collingwood, but given the form of both outfits, we’re confident the Bombers have what it takes.

They deserve to make the top eight, and although it could be a brief finals appearance, just getting there is an achievement. Collingwood shouldn’t offer much respite after a poor loss to Brisbane last week.

Betting tip: Essendon Bombers to win – Bet @ Sportsbet

Bombers by 18

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Geelong Cats vs Melbourne Demons @ GMHBA Stadium

The biggest game of the week is Geelong vs Melbourne, which decides the minor premiership winner.

Melbourne has a two-point advantage on the Cats, who are on the same points as Port Adelaide. However, if the Demons win this game, there is no catching them.

Melbourne got the job done against Adelaide last week, but it wasn’t a thrilling performance. It hasn’t been as lethal in recent weeks and the Cats come off a tough win over St Kilda.

A close game is expected, but the Demons deserve the top spot.

Betting tip: Melbourne Demons to win – Bet @ Sportsbet

Demons by 12

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Richmond Tigers vs Hawthorn Hawks @ MCG

Hawthorn did enough to beat the Western Bulldogs last week and they could produce an upset against the struggling Tigers.

Not many predicted the Tigers missing the top eight, but their recent play has been sub-par and their confidence levels are at an all-time low.

The Hawks could pounce and end their season on a high, so we’re going with the Hawks to edge the Tigers.

Betting tip: Hawthorn Hawks to win – Bet @ Sportsbet

Hawks by 10

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St Kilda Saints vs Fremantle Dockers @ Marvel Stadium

The Saints blew a good opportunity last week when facing the Geelong Cats, but they should find playing the Dockers much easier.

St Kilda was a team that could have made a run for the playoffs, but recent losses didn’t do its chances any help.

Fremantle is still a chance to make the playoffs with a win, but it needs results to go its way. Given what’s on the line, we’re giving the slight edge to the Dockers.

Betting tip: Fremantle Dockers to win – Bet @ Sportsbet

Dockers by 6

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Sydney Swans vs Gold Coast Suns @ SCG

Sydney is set for a playoff spot, and they shouldn’t have much trouble handling the Gold Coast Suns.

The only worry for punters is if the Swans rest players knowing they will finish either fifth or sixth, but momentum is key heading into the post-season.

We don’t have much confidence with the Suns, especially after their performance last week, so stick with the Swans.

Betting tip: Sydney Swans to win – Bet @ Sportsbet

Swans by 24

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Western Bulldogs vs Port Adelaide @ Marvel Stadium

A win would secure the Western Bulldogs a top-four spot, but it’s not going to be easy against a team shooting for the minor premiership.

Port Adelaide needs some help to have a chance, but it would go close to the premiership with a win. The only problem for the Power is their struggles against top-four sides.

They haven’t been able to play well against the best teams, but given their recent winning streak, we think they can turn it around.

Betting tip: Port Adelaide Power to win – Bet @ Sportsbet

Power by 10

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Adelaide Crows vs North Melbourne Kangaroos @ Adelaide Oval

This could possibly be the least interesting game of the season as the woeful Crows and Kangaroos battle at Adelaide Oval.

We’re giving the slight edge to the Kangaroos, who have shown signs of improvement over the last few weeks, and they deserve to end the season on a high.

Not much is going right for the Crows and another home loss is on the cards.

Betting tip: North Melbourne Kangaroos to win – Bet @ Sportsbet

Kangaroos by 10

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