AFL 2025: The Run Home After Round 22
AFL 2025 Run Home: Ladder Predictions, Finals Scenarios & What Your Team Needs to Do
The AFL season is reaching fever pitch! Round 22 has delivered plenty of twists adn turns, and the race for the top eight is tighter than ever. You’re likely glued to the ladder, wondering what your team needs to do to secure a finals berth. we’ll break down the current state of play, explore realistic scenarios, and give you the inside scoop on each contender’s path to September glory. Let’s dive in!
The top eight Contenders: A Detailed Look
Here’s a team-by-team analysis of the sides currently vying for a spot in the finals, focusing on their remaining schedule and what they need to happen. We’ll also give you Fox Footy’s prediction for their final ladder position.
9. Western Bulldogs (13-8, 135.4%)
The Bulldogs are in a fascinating position. After narrowly avoiding a potential upset, their fate is largely in their own hands, but a slip-up could be devastating.
Remaining Games: West Coast Eagles (Marvel Stadium), Fremantle (Marvel Stadium)
To Lock Up Top Eight: Win twice. Simple as that.
Best Case Scenario: Finish 4th with two wins AND Fremantle and Collingwood both go 0-2 AND Hawthorn and GWS each lose once AND Gold Coast lose twice. This would see the Dogs possibly host an elimination final – a dream outcome!
Worst Case Scenario: Vrey likely to miss finals with one loss. They’d be relying on a cascade of unlikely results from other teams, specifically hoping both Hawthorn and GWS lose both their remaining games. That’s a big ask.
Analysis: The Bulldogs’ extraordinary percentage is a huge asset.Reaching 15 wins almost guarantees a finals spot, as it will likely place them above at least one of Fremantle, Brisbane, or Hawthorn. However, a single loss throws everything into disarray. They need to capitalize on their favorable home schedule against West Coast and Fremantle.
Fox Footy’s Prediction: Go 2-0, finish 7th at 15-8, away to Brisbane in an elimination final.