2026 AFL Round 8
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Bets.com.au AFL experts give their predictions and tips for every game of AFL round 8.
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01 May 2026Gold Coast Suns vs GWS Giants AFL Round 8 Tips - Giant value in the head to head betting
- The game will be played at People First Stadium on Sunday, 3rd May, with the bounce at 7:20 PM (AEDT)
- Can the Suns snap losing streak against Giants?
- Preview, expert analysis, stats, team news & best bet
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01 May 2026Sydney Swans vs Melbourne Demons AFL Round 8 Tips - Dees cover in a goal-fest
- The game will be played at SCG on Sunday, 3rd May, with the bounce at 3:15 PM (AEST)
- Sydney are Premiership favourites, dominating 2026 with high scores.
- Melbourne consistently strong in recent head-to-heads and are value as the underdog.
- Prediction: Melbourne to cover the 31.5-point line in a high-scoring battle.
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30 Apr 2026Essendon Bombers vs Brisbane Lions AFL Round 8 Tips - Lions to Drop a Bomb
- Brisbane Lions dominate recent form and stats; predicted to win easily over Essendon.
- Essendon struggles defensively, while Brisbane’s offense averages 110.6 points.
- Top bets: Brisbane over 113.5 pts and Charlie Cameron to score 3+ goals.
- The game will be played at Marvel Stadium on Saturday, 2nd May, with the bounce at 12:35 PM (AEDT)
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30 Apr 2026Carlton Blues vs St Kilda Saints AFL Round 8 Tips - Carlton To Surprise
- Carlton expected to cover +13.5 spread in a close game vs St Kilda.
- Saints' big win last week deemed less relevant due to weak opposition.
- Best bets: Blues with the points, Under 182.5 total, Smith and McGovern player props.
- The game will be played at Marvel Stadium on Saturday, 2nd May, with the bounce at 7:35 PM (AEDT)
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30 Apr 2026Adelaide Crows vs Port Adelaide Power AFL Round 8 Tips - Power well placed to cause Showdown upset
- The game will be played at Adelaide Oval on Friday, 1st May, with the bounce at 8:10 PM (AEDT)
- Which side will take win-loss record to 4-4?
- Preview, expert analysis, stats, team news & best bet
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30 Apr 2026Geelong Cats vs North Melbourne Kangaroos AFL Round 8 Tips - Angry Cats to claw the Kangas
- The game will be played at GMHBA Stadium on Saturday, 2nd May, with the bounce at 4:35 PM (AEDT)
- Which side will take win loss record to 5-3?
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30 Apr 2026West Coast Eagles vs Richmond Tigers AFL Round 8 Tips - Tigers get their first of 2026
- The game will be played at Optus Stadium on Saturday, 2nd May, with the bounce at 4:15 PM (AEST)
- Richmond Tigers predicted to upset West Coast Eagles in AFL 2026 Round 8.
- Return of Tim Taranto crucial for Richmond's gameplay and potential victory.
- Richmond has dominated past matchups, winning 6 of last 7 games against West Coast.
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30 Apr 2026Western Bulldogs vs Fremantle Dockers AFL Round 8 Tips - Seven Heaven for Freo
- The game will be played at Marvel Stadium on Friday, 1st May, with the bounce at 7:30 PM (AEST)
- Fremantle Dockers aim for a 7th consecutive win.
- Western Bulldogs struggle with injuries, impacting form.
- Close scoreline, under 183.5 points expected.
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29 Apr 2026Collingwood Magpies vs Hawthorn Hawks AFL Round 8 Tips - Hawks to Rise to Top of Pecking Order
- Hawthorn expected to win by 40+ points against Collingwood.
- Jack Gunston and Jai Newcombe pivotal in Hawks' strategy.
- Hawks boast a 7-2 ATS record against Collingwood since 2019.
- The game will be played at MCG on Thursday, 30th April, with the bounce at 7:30 PM (AEDT)
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28 Apr 2026Jesse’s AFL Round 8 Tips 2026: Predictions & Margins for Every Match
- True Footy AFL Tips Round 8
- Jesse projects Hawthorn to win over Collingwood by 26 points with their superior ball control.
- Fremantle, touted for reliability, expected to surpass Western Bulldogs with a 25-point lead.
- Sydney Swans predicted to edge out Melbourne in a close 10-point game, marked as the round's highlight.
