Optus Stadium will play host to Sunday's Round 17 AFL game between Fremantle Dockers and Carlton Blues. The game kicks off at 4:40 pm with Fremantle Dockers heading into the game as favourites with the bookmakers. Continue reading for our in-depth preview of the Fremantle Dockers vs. Carlton Blues game and give you our free tips and bets.
When: Sunday July 9, 2023 at 4:40 pm
Where: Optus Stadium
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Fremantle Dockers vs Carlton Blues Odds
Fremantle Dockers vs Carlton Blues Preview
Two of the most inconsistent teams in the AFL go head to head to close out round 17.
The punters have struggled to get a firm hold of either of these teams this season and more headaches are in store for those working this one out.
It’s tough to see either of these teams featuring in September action with the way they are playing but it’s not out of the realm of possibility.
Carlton has failed to cover the line in six of their last seven games against opponents that were ranked higher on the ladder.
But the Blues have won their last two on the trot to give a glimmer of hope to fans.
I simply refuse to back either of these teams with any confidence and I’m happy to sit this one out from a betting perspective.
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Head To Head Bet
We're tipping Fremantle Dockers to win at $1.65 odds.
First Goal Scorer
First Goal Scorer: Charlie Curnow at $7.00.
Fremantle Dockers vs Carlton Blues Teams
DOCKERS
B: B.Cox, A.Pearce – C, H.Young
HB: B.Walker, L.Ryan, J.Aish
C: L.Henry, C.Serong, J.Clark
HF: M.Frederick, L.Jackson, L.Schultz
F: J.Treacy, J.Amiss, M.Walters
FOLL: S.Darcy, A.Brayshaw, M.Johnson
I/C: J.O’Meara, E.Hughes, N.Erasmus, S.Switkowski
In: N.Erasmus, K.Worner (sub)
Out: N.Fyfe (Injured)
BLUES
B: B.Kemp, J.Weitering, N.Newman
HB: J.Boyd, M.McGovern, A.Saad
C: B.Acres, P.Cripps – C, S.Walsh
HF: L.Fogarty, C.Curnow, M.Owies
F: D.Cuningham, H.McKay, J.Martin
FOLL: Le.Young, A.Cerra, S.Docherty
I/C: A.Cincotta, M.Kennedy, J.Silvagni, M Cottrell
In: M.Cottrell
Out: E.Curnow (omitted), G.Hewett (sub)