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.