Battle of the Giants: AFL Round 24 Clash between GWS and [Team]

Carlton’s Final Home Game before the Finals Series

As Carlton prepares for their last home game of the regular season, the team is focused on fine–tuning their game before embarking on their first finals series in a decade. While several players are set to return to the lineup, there are also key names missing from Round 23, including Patrick Cripps, Sam Docherty, and Jesse Motlop. Despite these exclusions, Carlton is bolstered by the return of Adam Cerra, Sam Walsh, Mitch McGovern, Lachie Fogarty, and Corey Durdin.

The Challenge of the Giants

The upcoming match against the Greater Western Sydney Giants poses a significant challenge for Carlton. The Giants are a high-possession team, ranking third in the league for disposals per game, and have demonstrated their ability to handle pressure and rebound effectively (ranking third for rebound 50s). To secure a finals spot, the Giants will undoubtedly fight until the end.

trong>Disrupting their ball movement will be imperative for Carltontrong>. The team needs to find ways to disrupt the Giants‘ efficient ball movement and prevent them from executing their game plan effectively. By applying pressure and denying the Giants space, Carlton can limit their ability to generate scoring opportunities.

Toby Greene vs. Nic Newman

One key matchup to watch is between Toby Greene from the Giants and Carlton’s Nic Newman. Greene is known for causing headaches for even the best sides and rarely experiences consecutive defeats against opposition defenders. In their previous clash in Round 3, Newman limited Greene to just five disposals.

Newman’s standout season for Carlton makes him a valuable asset across half-back. Although he won’t be the sole defender responsible for stopping Greene, Newman’s defensive skills and tactical awareness will play a crucial role in neutralizing the impact of the star Giant player.

Charlie Curnow’s Pursuit of Leading Goalkicker Honors

After Taylor Walker’s impressive nine-goal haul in a recent match, all eyes will be on Carlton’s Charlie Curnow during their game against the Giants. Walker’s performance pushed him ahead of Curnow, the reigning Coleman Medallist, who is aiming to go back-to-back and become the first Carlton player to achieve this feat.

To tie for the leading goalkicker honors, Curnow only needs to kick one goal. He currently holds the longest active streak for goals in a game, having hit the scoreboard in every match since Round 2, 2022. However, it won’t be an easy task for Curnow, especially with the formidable Sam Taylor of the Giants as his direct opponent.

Coach Voss’s Aspirations and Team Unity

As Carlton’s Member Thank You Round approaches, Coach Michael Voss emphasizes that the team will not let complacency set in, despite already securing a place in the finals. Voss reaffirmed the group’s determination to finish the season off strongly and highlighted the importance of earning their place in the competition.

trong>“We’re not afforded anything, we’re given nothing. We’ve spoken a lot about the group about earning the right within this competition: it’s taken a lot of energy to get back to this particular place, and if there’s a group that should understand that and not taking it for granted right now, it’s got to be us.”trong>

Show Your Support for the Blues!

As a Carlton supporter, make sure to show your passion, support, and noise for the team during their final home game. A packed-out Marvel Stadium, full of loyal Bluebaggers, will undoubtedly contribute to the team‘s motivation and unity.

In this crucial stage of the season, let‘s stand strong together and bring it home, Blues!