| Pos | Team | Pts | P | W | D | L | For | Against | % | Stk |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1 | Sydney | 68 | 23 | 17 | 0 | 6 | 2242 | 1769 | 126.74 | 3W |
| 2 | Port Adelaide | 64 | 23 | 16 | 0 | 7 | 2011 | 1752 | 114.78 | 6W |
| 3 | Geelong | 60 | 23 | 15 | 0 | 8 | 2164 | 1928 | 112.24 | 1W |
| 4 | GWS Giants | 60 | 23 | 15 | 0 | 8 | 2034 | 1864 | 109.12 | 1L |
| 5 | Brisbane Lions | 58 | 23 | 14 | 1 | 8 | 2130 | 1747 | 121.92 | 1W |
| 6 | Western Bulldogs | 56 | 23 | 14 | 0 | 9 | 2171 | 1736 | 125.06 | 2W |
| 7 | Hawthorn | 56 | 23 | 14 | 0 | 9 | 2090 | 1763 | 118.55 | 3W |
| 8 | Carlton | 52 | 23 | 13 | 0 | 10 | 2151 | 1952 | 110.19 | 1L |
| 9 | Collingwood | 52 | 23 | 12 | 2 | 9 | 1991 | 1943 | 102.47 | 2W |
| 10 | Fremantle | 50 | 23 | 12 | 1 | 10 | 1964 | 1755 | 111.91 | 4L |
| 11 | Essendon | 46 | 23 | 11 | 1 | 11 | 1892 | 2024 | 93.48 | 3L |
| 12 | St Kilda | 44 | 23 | 11 | 0 | 12 | 1748 | 1758 | 99.43 | 3W |
| 13 | Gold Coast | 44 | 23 | 11 | 0 | 12 | 1925 | 1943 | 99.07 | 1W |
| 14 | Melbourne | 44 | 23 | 11 | 0 | 12 | 1785 | 1812 | 98.51 | 1L |
| 15 | Adelaide | 34 | 23 | 8 | 1 | 14 | 1906 | 1923 | 99.12 | 2L |
| 16 | West Coast | 20 | 23 | 5 | 0 | 18 | 1594 | 2339 | 68.15 | 2L |
| 17 | North Melbourne | 12 | 23 | 3 | 0 | 20 | 1619 | 2550 | 63.49 | 3L |
| 18 | Richmond | 8 | 23 | 2 | 0 | 21 | 1505 | 2364 | 63.66 | 10L |
AFL Round 24, 2024: Match Round-Up
Sydney Swans vs. Adelaide Crows
Sydney Swans secured the minor premiership with a 31-point victory over Adelaide, winning 18.13 (121) to 13.12 (90). The Swans, resting several key players, still dominated, with Nick Blakey and Luke Parker leading the way. Adelaide showed some fight, with Riley Thilthorpe scoring three goals, but they couldn’t keep up with Sydney’s class.
Brisbane Lions vs. Essendon Bombers
Brisbane Lions locked in a home final with a 20-point win over Essendon, finishing 13.14 (92) to 11.6 (72). Will Ashcroft shone with 29 disposals, while Charlie Cameron kicked three goals. Essendon made a late comeback, kicking five unanswered goals in the final term, but it wasn’t enough. Zach Merrett and Kyle Langford were among Essendon’s best.
Melbourne vs. Collingwood
Melbourne edged out Collingwood in a thrilling contest at the MCG, winning 12.8 (80) to 11.7 (73). Christian Petracca and Max Gawn were pivotal in Melbourne’s victory, while Nick Daicos continued his stellar form for Collingwood. The win strengthens Melbourne’s finals position, making them a formidable opponent in the postseason.
Port Adelaide vs. Fremantle
Port Adelaide ensured a top-two finish with a solid 24-point victory over Fremantle, winning 12.10 (82) to 9.10 (64). Ollie Wines and Zak Butters led the way in the midfield, while Connor Rozee starred up forward. This loss ends Fremantle’s slim finals hopes, capping off a disappointing season for the Dockers.
GWS Giants vs. Western Bulldogs
GWS Giants defeated the Western Bulldogs by 24 points, securing a top-four spot with a 17.6 (108) to 14.5 (89) win. Jesse Hogan kicked four goals, further cementing his position in the Coleman Medal race. The Bulldogs, despite their best efforts, couldn’t match the Giants’ intensity in the final quarter, making their path to the finals more difficult.
Geelong vs. West Coast Eagles
Geelong demolished West Coast Eagles, winning 25.13 (163) to 10.6 (66). Jeremy Cameron was unstoppable, kicking nine goals, just missing out on a career-best 10. The Cats dominated from the start, amassing 114 points by halftime, their highest score in over a decade. West Coast’s interim coach Jarrad Schofield’s prospects for a permanent position took a hit with this heavy defeat.
Carlton vs. Gold Coast Suns
Carlton secured their finals spot with a 50-point victory over Gold Coast, 15.10 (100) to 7.8 (50). Brodie Kemp led the Blues with five goals. The Suns struggled to keep pace with Carlton’s intensity, sealing their season outside the top eight.
Hawthorn vs. Richmond
Hawthorn ended their season on a high with a 35-point victory over Richmond, winning 15.12 (102) to 10.7 (67). James Sicily and Luke Breust were instrumental in the win. Richmond, however, continued their inconsistent form, ending the season with a disappointing loss.
St Kilda vs. North Melbourne
St Kilda dominated North Melbourne, securing a 96-point victory, 18.14 (122) to 4.6 (30). The Saints were in control from start to finish, with Max King and Jack Higgins leading the way with multiple goals each. North Melbourne struggled throughout, concluding a tough season at the bottom of the ladder.
