Finally we will see the last four games of this extended round with the other four games broken over two weeks (Week Ones games & Week Twos games).
Chris Yarren has a lot talked about him, now its his chance to let his Football do the Talking
North Melbourne vs Carlton
If the Blues are going to walk the talk that has been coming out of Princes Park this summer it has to start early. I don’t think the boys in Lygon St. will accept another sluggish start to a season. The Blues need to carry their late ’08 form and summer momentum into the new season and start the season proper full of confidence. The Roos will provide a stern test and this should be the game of the opening round with Carlton kicking away late.
Blues by 5-7 goals
Hawthorn vs Melbourne
I know that the Hawks are fielding a VFL strength team but I just can’t pick the team that sucked so much last year to beat the team that was most impressive. The Demons should be more than competetive and will no doubt want to get off to the best possible start. I still think the Hawks will have enough class to get over the line.
Hawks by 20 points
Brad Moran will need to lift to cover Rutten due to injury
Geelong vs Adelaide
The Cats will be breathing fire this season. Last years team was the best ever to not win a flag and they will be smarting because of that. Adelaide’s forward line is not looking good and the Cats will be too good all over the ground.
Cats by 60 points
Sydney vs Port Power
It is no secret that Paul Roos uses this comp as a workout for his inexperienced players and he places no kudos on a win or a loss. It is this lack of respect for the pre season competition that has seen his sides bundled out in the first round for the last few seasons. I expect the trend
to continue.
Port by 25 points
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February 19th, 2009 at 12:00 pm
Looking forward to Carltons forward line with Yarren, Betts, Fev and Cloke working together. Carlton easy as North are over rated….
Melbourne could not beat Hawthorn playing 30 people.
Adelaide looked over awed against the Aboriginal All Stars and they will again against the Geelong All Stars team.
Port will be looking to hit season 2009 with form after a terrible 2008. If they do not play finals, Williams will be out of a job.
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February 21st, 2009 at 8:51 am
Carlton vs North Melbourne
Tough game, between what i feel is one of the most improved sides in the comp against one of the most consistent performers in the comp. Carlton i feel will have the advantage with the likes of Fev and Juddy being to strong for the slightly inexpierienced Roos. I do want to see the development of Andrew Swallow though. Carlton By 20+
Melbourne vs Hawks
The hawks are goin into this game with a huge list of rookies, however I have faith in there choice in youngsters such as young gun Riley Milne. Melbourne on the other hand have gone for a slightly more expierienced side yet still injected a lot of youth. I reckon you Ricky Petard will be the one to watch in this game. Hawks will win in a close one.
Geelong vs Adelaide
Two sides with a lot of pride and both dont take losing lightly no matter what game it is. Both sides have gone in to the game relatively strong, however adelaide have thrown in a couple of roughies. Patrick Dangerfield and Jahran Jacky will be the ones to watch in this game whilst for geelong i feel Joel Selwood will dominate as he pushes to be the best player in the comp. Geelong by 30+
Sydney vs Port
Sydney will have a shocking year this year, with little promise on the list. They do however always manage to surprise me. Brett Kirk and Adam Goodes will be the shine on the team but i dont hitnk this will be enough. Port Adelaide have gone in quite strong for this game. I am interested to see the likes on Marlon Motlop, brother of Daniel and Josh Carr wearing his old colours again. Port by 20+
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February 21st, 2009 at 10:32 am
Wow the Blues looked very impressive last night…
and the Roos? Long year ahead I think. Laidley is a dud of a coach and they really need some stars who can take the game by the struff of the neck, Z-man and Wells need to be these players.
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February 21st, 2009 at 11:44 am
How Bout Fev!!!, THink we will have a race for the coleman this year
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February 23rd, 2009 at 8:26 am
Yeh I reckon! Fev looked very good, strong and hungry…
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