AFL Round 18 Expert Tips & Predictions

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AFL Round 18 Expert Tips & Predictions

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We’ve got expert AFL tips for every game in 2023, including the AFL Round 18 action this week.

There are some huge games this week, including Swans vs Bulldogs and Melbourne vs Brisbane.

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AFL Round 18 Tips

Thursday 13/7/23

7:20pm Sydney Swans vs Western Bulldogs @ SCG

The Swans played well against Richmond last week but were unable to get the win. The same goes for the Bulldogs, who failed to produce the goods in the second half against Collingwood.

We saw more from the Bulldogs to suggest they can score a minor upset on Thursday as the $2.08 underdogs.

If they can get good clearance from the centre bounce, they should win.

Betting tip: Bulldogs @ $2.08

Bulldogs by 5


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There is plenty of value with the Bulldogs, so take them to win to game outright. We also expect it to be a tough defensive battle, so we’re not expecting many points to be scored and we’ll take the under total match points. It could be an 80-75 scoreline, which favours the Bulldogs.  Cody Weightman comes off a four-goal outing, so include him to score two or more goals, which boosts the same game multi price.

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Friday 14/7/23

7:50pm Melbourne Demons vs Brisbane Lions @ MCG

Melbourne comes through a tough victory against St Kilda, and that should do them plenty of good against the Brisbane Lions.

Brisbane was far too good for the West Coast Eagles last week, but the low-level opposition won’t hold them in good stead on Friday.

Look for Melbourne to push for a top two spot on the AFL ladder.

Betting tip: Melbourne @ $1.68

Melbourne by 10

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Saturday 15/7/23

1:45pm Collingwood Magpies vs Fremantle Dockers @ MCG

Collingwood is on top of the rankings and it should have no problem getting past the disappointing Dockers.

Fremantle were terrible against Carlton last week, so our expectations are low against the best team in the competition.

Covering 40.5 points won’t be easy, but we’re not betting against the favourites.

Betting tip: Collingwood –40.5 @ $1.90

Collingwood by 44

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2:10pm Gold Coast Suns vs St Kilda Saints @ Heritage Bank Stadium

There continues to be solid betting support for the Suns, but we’re not convinced.

They come off a loss to Port Adelaide, and although facing one of the best teams in the competition, the defence had little to be desired.

St Kilda is a handy team on its day, and given the $2.32 odds, we’re happy to pick the Saints to score an upset win on the road.

Betting tip: St Kilda @ $2.32

St Kilda by 10

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4:35pm Carlton Blues vs Port Adelaide Power @ Marvel Stadium

We were impressed with Carlton’s win over Fremantle, but waiting for the Blues are the Power, who seek the top spot on the ladder.

Port Adelaide were too good for the Suns last week, and although playing on the road is always harder, it should have the edge over Carlton.

Bookmakers have Port at $1.65, which is a value price.

Betting tip: Port Adelaide @ $1.65

Port Adelaide by 10

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7:25pm Geelong Cats vs Essendon Bombers @ GMHBA Stadium

Geelong scored a convincing win over North Melbourne last week, which was to be expected given the level of opposition.

It faces a tougher test against Essendon, which scored an impressive win over the Adelaide Crows. The 115-97 win didn’t show off its defence, but the attack was on fire.

The Bombers are playing well enough to keep it close and cover the spread.

Betting tip: Essendon +18.5 @ $1.90

Geelong by 10

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7:40pm Adelaide Crows vs GWS Giants @ Adelaide Oval

Adelaide was easily beaten by Essendon on Sunday, but it did make a slight comeback in the final quarter.

Despite the loss, returning home to the Adelaide Oval could be all they need to get their winning ways back on track against GWS.

We haven’t been overly impressed with the Giants, who are getting desperate for wins, but this should be too tough.

Betting tip: Adelaide –14.5 @ $1.90

Adelaide by 22

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Sunday 16/7/23

1:10pm North Melbourne Kangaroos vs Hawthorn Hawks @ Marvel Stadium

We wouldn’t usually recommend backing the Kangaroos, but this could be their time to strike.

They face the Hawks, who are favoured to win at $1.54, but we don’t see much value in betting on them in this situation.

North Melbourne needs a win for its morale, so take the odds.

Betting tip: North Melbourne @ $2.48

North Melbourne by 7

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4:40pm West Coast Eagles vs Richmond Tigers @ Optus Stadium

The Eagles are terrible and another big loss is likely against the Richmond Tigers on Sunday.

Richmond should see this as an easy win, and bookmakers have 40.5 points between them, which might not be nearly enough.

We expect Richmond to pile on the points and put the Eagles to bed early.

Betting tip: Richmond –40.5 @ $1.90

Richmond by 55

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About Daryl Curnow

After graduating from the University of Auckland (BA - English), Daryl was thrown into the world of sports and horse racing journalism. Having worked as a racing journalist for two years, he decided to move into the online world of horse racing and sports writing. After years of honing his craft, Daryl became a professional punter in 2009 - with a focus on horse racing, NRL, AFL, NBA, Rugby, NFL, and US college sports. Daryl's tips have been featured on various websites around the world before joining the GoBet team. When he's not working, Daryl tries to avoid making bogeys on the golf course.