The final match on Super Saturday for AFL Round 24 is an important one for Adelaide as they play host the GWS at Adelaide Oval. The Crows are currently in a log-jam for spot in the top 7 and need to tick off a win here to keep their top 6 chances alive!
We bring you our full preview and expert tips for the Crows vs Giants below, with odds thanks to Dabble!
Adelaide vs GWS Prediction & Betting Tips: AFL 2026 Round 24
Crows Eyeing Top-Six Lifeline
Adelaide returns to Adelaide Oval on Saturday night with plenty to play for as the regular season draws to a close. A victory keeps their slim top-six chances alive pending other results across the weekend, giving the Crows every reason to attack this game with serious intent. A 7th-place finish remains the most probable outcome, but banked percentage could be the deciding factor if teams above them falter. The night also carries plenty of emotional weight, with Tex Walker returning for his final minor round home game before retirement, joined by key inclusions Alex Neal-Bullen and Wayne Milera.
Giants Finishing Up a Tough Campaign
Greater Western Sydney makes the trip to South Australia looking to close out a frustrating 2026 season on a competitive note. With their campaign officially coming to an end this weekend, the Giants have opted for stability at the selection table, making just one change to their starting 22. Playing away from home against a finals-bound opponent in front of a packed Adelaide Oval is a tough assignment, but having zero ladder pressure allows the visitors to play with total freedom.
Recent History and Tactical Matchup
Adelaide claimed an 18-point victory when these two clubs last squared off at this venue. Tactically, Saturday night shapes as a real test for the Giants' defensive unit against a Crows forward line that will be hunting opportunities from the opening bounce. If GWS cannot restrict Adelaide's clearance work around the centre circle, their backline will be under relentless pressure from a Crows side eager to lower their eyes and hit scoreboard targets.
Match Prediction and Best Bet
Motivation levels could not be further apart in this final-round contest. Adelaide not only needs the four points to keep their top-six hopes alive, but they also have every incentive to run up the scoreboard and build a healthy percentage buffer just in case. GWS may stay within touching distance early, but as the game opens up, Adelaide's scoring power and greater urgency should see them cover the line comfortably.
Adelaide -26.5
$1.91 (2 Units)
Adelaide vs GWS Prop Bet
Darcy Fogarty returned from suspension with a strong performance last week with a couple of goals. He’s in the form of his life at the moment with 2+ goals in six straight matches, kicking 4+ in three of those. He remains great value and is one who could fill his boots in what we expect to be a big win for Adelaide.
Darcy Fogarty 3+ Goals
$2.40
Adelaide vs GWS Same Game Multi
Adelaide to Win: It’s a big occasion for the Crows and they simply must win.
Darcy Fogarty & Riley Thilthorpe 2+ Goals: The Crows will be looking to record a huge win here and they’ll require their key forwards to have big nights. Fogarty has kicked 2+ goals in six straight matches and Thilthorpe has kicked 2+ in four of his last five matches.
Izak Rankine 30+ Disposals: Rankine has been one of the form players of the competition in recent weeks and has recorded 36 & 39 disposals in his last two matches.
Adelaide vs GWS Match Info & Betting Odds
Date: Saturday, 22nd August
Time: 8:10pm AEST
Location: Adelaide Oval, Adelaide
Odds: Adelaide $1.24 vs GWS $4.10
Line: -26.5
Points: 180.5
Where to Watch Adelaide vs GWS
You can watch the Crows vs Giants live and ad-free on Kayo Sports.
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