.A new premiership favourite has actually emerged after the ladder-leaders relented in almighty fashion.The race for a finals berth has never ever been even more fierce as we go into the ultimate three full weeks of the season.Every group's production analyzed and classed in foxfooty.com.au's Around 21 Report Card!Watch every game of every sphere this Toyota AFL Premiership Season cope with no ad-breaks throughout play on Kayo. New to Kayo? Begin your complimentary trial today > Round 21WHAT'S BETTING REALLY PRICING YOU? Set a deposit limit.ADELAIDE CROWSIt was an identical account for Adelaide against among the competitors's more powerful campaigners-- sufficient to create them squirm late, however inadequate to find them appear victors. There remains to be actually promising indicators, but consistency is absolutely not their strong point in 2024. In the votesLachie Sholl (25 fingertips, one objective) and Josh Rachele (14 fingertips, 3 goals) were actually amongst the most effective for the guests. Ben Keays (18 disposals, 9 handles, one objective) continued his solid kind, while Riley Thilthorpe (14 disposals, 10 rating engagements, three goals) was actually a sign of lighting in the front half.Room for improvementThe Crows lost the interior fifty matter through 16, which when operating back coming from the stat, makes it really hard to win. But a lot more disappointingly, they acknowledged twenty additional clearances than they had on their own for the fit-- in spite of possessing 26 additional hitouts. They aren't pair of stat series you can shed in tandem and expect to gain, thus perhaps they were actually blessed to acquire as close as they did at complete time.GradeC-BRISBANE LIONSThanks to each their personal functionality and also of Sydney, the Lions are actually officially the brand new premiership favourites-- a just astonishing idea offered their start to 2024. Our experts've known it momentarily currently, but they are actually so back-- as well as it is actually amazing. Onto GWS upcoming week, which are going to be actually a much tougher examination than Street Kilda on the weekend.In the votesJoe Daniher (18 fingertips, 10 rating participations, four objectives) rose in the absence of his partner in crime Eric Hipwood, along with the most effective on ground honours likely between him as well as Hugh McCluggage (28 disposals, nine open spaces, one goal). Dual Brownlow Medallist Lachie Neale (33 fingertips, thirteen spaces) is actually every opportunity for a ballot additionally in another massive performance. And Also Cam Rayner (22 disposals, 3 targets) can't be neglected either, in what was an ultra-strong showing that matched the likes of the aforementioned.Room for improvementThe Lions allowed Street Kilda to take 122 scores, yet that plainly did pleasant absolutely nothing in stopping their riot. You can't ask for a lot more of a side after a 14-goal succeed when driving, so our company will not! Complete marks.GradeA+' He's protecting them coming from the tension'|03:03 CARLTONMichael Voss' edge is now in authentic hazard of missing finals this time, even with partaking standalone second merely pair of weeks back. They so nearly turned around a 32-point deficit in the final one-fourth, but as an alternative they today sit on the side of the leading 8 along with a match along with the in-form Hawks this upcoming weekend.In the votesSeveral Woe installed some piled stat lines final evening, with George Hewett (32 fingertips, 12 clearances, 11 rating engagements) and also Nic Newman (34 disposals, 12 marks) at the forefront. Captain Patrick Cripps (30 fingertips, 9 inside 50s, one goal) was actually big in the final one-fourth specifically, while Elijah Hollands (21 fingertips, nine credit rating participations, pair of goals) was dangerous across the ground.Room for improvementOn face value, cries were actually pretty strong all, really just dropping the ruck battle against Darcy Cameron. Their 15 behinds (6 hurried) undoubtedly failed to help early when they can've gained the preliminary energy, however generally, they were in fact much less imprecise than Collingwood facing the big sticks. Following full week is actually right now a must-win. GradeC-COLLINGWOODWhen their backs were actually effectively and truly competing with the wall surface, the Magpies had the ability to come away along with 4 aspects-- on an also much bigger stage offered Pendlebury's 400th video game at AFL degree. They are actually still well and also truly up versus it to play in September, but this gain must do marvels for their peace of mind. A suit against the grossly out-of-form ladder-leaders Sydney awaits them on Friday night.In the votesForward Can Hoskin-Elliott (20 fingertips, 11 credit rating involvements, 10 proofs, pair of objectives) was melodramatic for the white and black up ahead, turning up at crucial points throughout the complement. Scar Daicos (28 fingertips, seven open spaces, one target) was powerful around the ground, yet will've suched as to finish with a greater efficiency. Landmark man Scott Pendlebury (27 fingertips, 9 clearances) could possibly even snag an enact activity 400! Room for improvementIt had not been quite on paper, yet very most notably it thinks, the Pies have rather acquired their mojo back. They haven't constantly been a team to dominate the stat piece under Craig McRae, but when you take the 4 points it normally does not matter. If they can easily benefit from the Swans, they are actually back!GradeB+ Kingy lets loose on 'startling' Swans|03:52 ESSENDONThe finals goal is alive! Albeit barely, yet the Bombing planes are actually still in the discussion for a not likely September berth. It failed to appear possible at the start of the ultimate fourth versus Fremantle, however in the long run, they were able to result in a distress. Their midfield was firing and also the foremost pipe looked strong good enough ... they couldn't produce it, could possibly they?In the votesThe Essendon midfielders had loads of it, yet Jake Stringer (4 targets, 10 handles, eight fingertips) takes the cake as greatest on ground, regardless of his small belongings count-- provided his initial fifty percent efficiency always kept Essendon within striking span. Nic Martin (25 fingertips, 2 targets) started very sluggish, yet his large second fifty percent built on Stringer's base when the video game required to be won. Jye Caldwell (32 fingertips, seven inside 50s, 6 deals with) was actually amazing in the engine space, as well as need to claim a vote or two for his efforts.Room for improvementApart from a small blip around space, the Bombing planes were actually rather tough all video game-- and had the capacity to eliminate a sturdy Dockers outfit that were never unsteady. Where's this been the last 2 months, Essendon ?! Beat Gold Shoreline in the home (as they need to) this weekend break and the finals talk will certainly continue.GradeA-FREMANTLEOh thus close in a video game they will've had down as an expected gain on the flight to Melbourne. Rather, they've flown back thinking about what might've been actually third area. Credit rating where it schedules, the Bombing planes participated in well-- however Justin Longmuir will certainly understand his edge needs to have to liquidate activities just like that if they are actually to become any sort of opportunity of a maiden club premiership in 2024. In the votesDefender-turned-midfielder Hayden Youthful (27 fingertips, 7 authorizations, seven inside fives, two objectives) started like a home on fire for the Dockers, as well as maintained all of them over water for a lot of the suit. Ahead Jye Amiss (4 goals) and also Josh Treacy (three targets) played with high impact up onward, while Andrew Brayshaw (33 fingertips, eight clearances) was actually a bull via the middle of the ground.Room for improvementOnly in the inside fifty matter were actually the Dockers beaten adequately by the Bombers on Sunday mid-day, in what was actually or else a reasonably even contest. The loss puts a gap in their leading four possibilities for sure, however perhaps it was the reminder they needed to maintain all of them on their toes moving right into September?GradeC- Cougars decide on Saints apart in leveling|01:02 GEELONGThe Felines possess now almost locked themselves in for September action along with their 13th gain of 2024. It wasn't excessively fairly with the exception of superstar Jeremy Cameron, however it sufficed to get it done-- and also occasionally in finals, you need to have to win ugly. With Gary Rohan hopefully back next week, they'll only acquire stronger.In the votesJeremy Cameron (17 fingertips, six objectives, 5 inside 50s) was actually excellent for the Felines, booting three targets in each one-half to guide his side home. Tanner Bruhn (23 fingertips, 8 spaces, one target) and Tom Stewart (28 disposals) were impactful, while Shaun Mannagh (17 fingertips, five clearances, pair of targets) and also Tyson Stengle (twenty disposals, 9 rating engagements, one target) offered Cameron excellent assistance in the foremost half.Room for improvementTheir absence of ruckman have not seemed to be anywhere near as much of a concern as individuals 1st assumed, as well as yesterday was yet another testimony to that idea. They enabled the Crows to score 101 scores as well as gain control throughout spots of the suit, however inevitably it functioned in their favor enough.GradeBGOLD shoreline SUNSGold Shore's time is actually almost over after yet an additional unsatisfactory loss, this moment through West Shoreline. It was actually the Suns' 17th successive reduction while driving, a frightening stat for Damien Hardwick's side. Their failure to succeed off of home is actually something that they must resolve over the off-season considering that till they become a more regular side, finals will certainly certainly not perform the cards.In the votesContested creature Matt Rowell battled hard all evening for the Suns acquiring 30 touches, 21 competed ownerships and 10 handles, while partner in crime Noah Anderson possessed 30 as well as an objective himself. Ruck Jarrod Witts managed that fight, taping a massive 52 hitouts, 21 fingertips as well as a target. Mac computer Andrew booted three targets as an onward. Room for improvementThere's a recurring style of immaturity at the Suns at the moment. Damien Hardwick's side continue to be actually tormented through lack of skill and also it seems the mental element of having tripped up thus often far from home is actually taking its own toll. The Suns additionally had a hard time to move the sphere sometimes, going slow in transition. They additionally lost both the space (-9) as well as centre space (-6) battles.GradeD-Dons dare to fantasize after impressive return|02:18 GWS GIANTSThe Giants arised from the clouds to swamp the red-hot Hawks at Manuka Oval, driving on their own in to the leading four. Their 4th one-fourth comeback produced it 5 successive success for Adam Kingsley's edge, that have actually gone coming from being actually touch as well as go for the eight, to a big shot at the double possibility. A difficult few weeks continue to be versus Brisbane, Fremantle and also the Western Side Bulldogs, however we understand when the Orange Tsunami is actually spinning, they can match it along with any individual. In the votesSpearhead Jesse Hogan starred along with five targets as well as is actually right now leading the Coleman Award ethnicity, while captain Toby Greene stood up when his side required him with 3.2 from 17 touches. Lachie Whitfield performed whatever he pleased amassing a large 37 disposals, while midfield bull Tom Eco-friendly was actually the hero along with a clutch objective behind time. Area for improvementThe Giants just booted 5 goals in the 1st 3 quarters, yet a seven-goal assault in the last stanza saw all of them overcome free throw line. Kingsley's guys were unreliable before target early, to ensure is absolutely one thing they 'd wish to repair for upcoming full week. The Giants additionally greatly lost the facility allowance matter (-8 ). GradeB+ HAWTHORNThe Hawks missed out on a golden possibility to mash their finals claims after they were actually overrun by the GWS Giants on Sunday afternoon. The Hawks streamed a 28-point lead at the last change as the Giants organized an almighty revival. It means this week's clash versus Carlton is actually successfully an eradication final, considering that you will expect the Hawks to bank succeeds versus Richmond and also North Melbourne in the final week. Can they respond? In the votesMidfield upward Jai Newcombe was actually dominant at the charcoal face, along with 30 fingertips, 19 opposed belongings as well as 11 approvals. Massimo D'Ambrosio has actually been an exceptional pick up this season as well as was brilliant along with 22 contacts as well as 2 majors. Pro Jack Gunston booted four goals to justify his incorporation, while Karl Amon also possessed 30 disposals.Room for improvementYou can't play 3 fourths of great regulation football and also escape it in a season as near as this one. Mitchell's side will must stroke their wounds today ahead of a must-win fit against Carlton. They failed to actually possess the answers for Jesse Hogan and also could not battle back drive behind time. GradeC-Orange Tsunami crushes the Hawks|02:32 MELBOURNEMelbourne's period performs lifestyle assistance after a disappointing 51-point defeat through the Western Bulldogs on Friday night. Simon Goodwin's troops were slow-moving away from the blocks and were unable to battle energy back after a mediocre begin as their season record plunged to 10-10. With a tricky few components staying against Slot Adelaide (home), Gold Shore (away) and also Collingwood (home), it looks as though their season may be over. In the votesCaptain Maximum Gawn battled on all evening in spite of an intensely strapped ankle, collecting 23 disposals, 9 marks and also a target in a fascinating battle with Dogs ruck Tim English. Youthful gun Trent Rivers (25 disposals, one objective) remains to grow in a new midfield role, while defender Jake Bowey (25) discovered a lot of the footy in defence. Space for improvementThere's plenty for Goodwin's side to service afterwards performance. The Dees were actually smashed in fingertips (-55 ), inside 50s (-26) as well as easy things (-59 ). Melbourne's addressing also left behind a little bit of to become desired, recording nine overlooked handles in the initial half alone-- the competition standard is 8 for a video game. There were actually lots of gamers that possessed their colours decreased as well as will intend to recuperate following full week versus the Power. GradeFNORTH MELBOURNEThe Kangas postponed a late fee coming from the Tigers to secure a 13-point victory and only their 3rd win of the time. There was plenty of feeling post-match as gamers embraced and commemorated co-captain Luke McDonald's 200th AFL match. The Roos hold West Shore in Hobart upcoming full week as they strive to clinch next triumphes for the first time since the opening cycles of last season.In the votesLuke Davies-Uniacke was actually completely exclusive, booting a career-high 3 objectives coming from thirty three contacts. Ruck Tristan Xerri is actually truly in the discussion for All-Australian honours after 20 fingertips, 10 takes on and also 45 hitouts in another strong screen. Head Nick Larkey kicked a bag of 5 goals as the principal guided missile destroyer. Room for improvementThe important things was actually the Roos acquired the win, but it was far from convincing. They dropped the interior 50s (-16) as well as clearances (-6) as well as allow the Tigers back right into it in the 4th quarter. Allow's be sincere though, a succeed's a gain as well as it was actually a major action towards this regulation football club finally dropping their very easy beats tag.GradeBChris Fagan all appreciation for Ryan Lester|08:12 PORT ADELAIDEWow. If there was actually ever before a statement to send out to the rest of the competition, it is actually hammering the step ladder innovators through 112 factors. And also it's a win they would not have actually booked, which means they have actually right now rocketed in to legitimate top 4 computations despite their difficult operate home. Attempt to dream ... In the votesThe belittled Willem Drew (32 fingertips, 11 rating engagements, 8 inside 50s, eight clearances) perhaps squeezes by a variety of colleagues for the 3 ballots along with his efficiency, yet it truly can be anybody. Other midfielders Jason Horne-Francis (27 disposals, 12 rating involvements, one goal), leader Connor Rozee (27 disposals, one goal) and Zak Butters (30 fingertips, 10 rating involvements, eight handles) ensured of the most effective midfield this period. Mitch Georgiades (14 disposals, 11 score involvements, 4 objectives) and also Willie Rioli (10 disposals, 4 goals) broke the ice up ahead, while Dan Houston (24 fingertips, 12 scores, two targets) was electricity in change. Choose, umpires!Room for improvementNil, nothing, naught, nada. Hands down the most all-round functionality of any kind of crew in 2024 - this one's complete marks as well as taking flight colours.GradeA+ RICHMONDThe Tigers look predestined to take pick 1 in to the national draft this year after being up to a 13-point loss versus North Melbourne in the 'Spoonbowl'. The Tigers staged a perky fightback behind time, but essentially fell short. Some difficult components against Street Kilda, Hawthorn and also the Gold Coast are to come, but it seems to be as though a wood spoon awaits.In the votesCaptain Toby Nankervis possessed a remarkable battle along with Roos ruck Tristan Xerri, while hard-nut Liam Baker generated 5 shots on objective coming from 21 fingertips. Sphere magnet Tim Taranto had 27 touches as well as 8 addresses and veteran Dion Prestia had a team-high 29 disposals.Room for improvementOn newspaper the Tigers set up some sensible varieties, succeeding the interior 50 differential and also offering themselves loads of possibilities before the huge sticks. They allowed the Roos to overdo 5 targets late in the third part which blew the frame out as well as was actually essentially the turning point of the game. GradeDLyon has no excuses after significant defeat|07:22 ST KILDAIs it negative to claim our company expected this? They had convincing draw the Eagles and Bombers across the last fortnight, however regrettably the Saints happened plunging back down to Planet in their 85-point working by Brisbane. Blooding the youth as well as working out what their list will appear like in 2025 is actually undoubtedly the concern right now, as Ross the Boss as well as carbon monoxide look readied to make some large calls in the off-season. In the votesPlenty of Saints had their hands on the sphere on Sunday evening, yet obviously it really did not do considerably for completion result. Youngster Mattaes Phillipou (24 fingertips, five open spaces, one objective) crazy an additional excellent game during the ground, while common suspects Jack Sinclair (30 disposals, eight handles), Port Steele (23 fingertips, 7 tackles) as well as Rowan Marshall (17 disposals, 18 hitouts, two targets) tried hard. He really did not receive several take a look at it, however Tim Membrey (13 fingertips, eight credit rating involvements, 8 scores, one objective) looked intimidating up forward.Room for improvementSt Kilda loss the game in the space battle, enabling the Lions to more than multiply their own matter. Only one objective in the 1st two as well as a 50% of fourths creates abysmal analysis, irrespective of how great the hostility are actually. Richmond upcoming week is a must-win-- except anything aside from their own health and wellbeing and also identity.GradeFSYDNEY SWANSSometimes, the a lot less phrases far better describe an efficiency similar to this. The worst reduction in John Longmire's run as instructor could not have come with a worse time for a nightclub that was simply 6 weeks ago viewed as unbeatable. And also with that, they are actually no more premiership favourites.In the votesIt do without claiming, but there will not be actually any Swans ballot this sphere come Brownlow night. The functionalities of Errol Gulden (25 disposals, 6 inside 50s, 568 metres obtained) as well as Brodie Grundy (15 disposals, 32 hitouts, 8 allowances) deserve taking note, yet the latter was actually still far off his detrimental best.Room for improvementThe only 2 stat lines the Swans defeated the Energy in were actually hitouts as well as tackles-- and the second merely transpired due to the fact that you're simply tackling when your group doesn't have the ball (which was a great deal on Saturday night). It remains to be observed in what ability, yet plainly some large improvements need to have to be brought in if the Swans are to spare on their own from absolutely de-railing in 2024. A succeed on Friday evening over Collingwood would do them the world of really good, given they are now no longer an absolute lock for a home certifying final.GradeFScott on Dons' swing of drive|12:12 WEST COASTWest Coastline protected their very first gain due to the fact that circular 10 as well as to begin with under interim train Jarrod Schofield in awesome cultures against the Gold Coast Suns at Optus Coliseum. The Eagles had the capacity to get rid of a 23-point deficiency in the third term along with the home group behind them as co-captain Liam Duggan and also veteran Jamie Cripps showed up clutch along with a pair of late objectives to succeed the game.In the votesStar on-ballers Elliot Yeo and Tim Kelly were wonderful, racking up 29 as well as 26 fingertips specifically. Key onward Jake Waterman proceeded his require a Coleman Medal with four targets, while pro Port Darling strong wound back the clock with 22 disposals, six tackles and also a goal.Room for improvementA succeed's a gain for an Eagles edge that has struggled for numerous years and also who have actually had a tremendously difficult month along with the leave of former train Adam Simpson. They struggled early emulating a Macintosh Andrew-led Suns forward collection, however cleaned that up quickly at half opportunity. GradeAWESTERN BULLDOGSThe Western Bulldogs remained to push their leading four cases with an emphatic 51-point victory over Melbourne. The Canines carried out the damages early, putting together a blistering opening ten minutes where they totally handled the video game. Along with suits against Adelaide (away), North Melbourne (home) and the GWS Giants (home) to follow, Luke Beveridge's edge are well positioned to help make a significant statement in September.In the votesCaptain Marcus Bontempelli led from the front acquiring 33 disposals, 2 objectives as well as a whopping 16 rating involvements in what was actually surely a three-vote efficiency come Brownlow Award night. Celebrity midfielder Adam Treloar was instrumental in the triumph, racking up 30 contacts and two targets, while half-back Bailey Dale provided a lot of travel with 34 fingertips as well as 647 metres gained.Room for improvementIt was a dominant evening for the Doggies, that set the tone early for an emphatic success. They carried out miss out on some possibilities in front of goal though which Luke Beveridge would no question like them to clean in advance of a journey to Adelaide following full week. A 51-point victory was great, however it could possess been much more if they turned much better before the big sticks.GradeA.