AFL round 1 tipping: Experts have their say on who the winners will be
Whether you like Opening Round or not, footy is back for good this week. See who our experts are tipping to win in round 1 — and get your tipping chart for the new season.
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Footy is back — with nine games this round.
After Opening Round was cut in half by Cyclone Alfred, the remaining 14 teams who didn’t feature last weekend will play for the first time in season 2025.
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It’s a time of year where tipping is tough and results can be unpredictable as teams try to stake an early finals claim.
Will Collingwood bounce back? Will the Swans slip to 0-2? Can North take advantage of the injury-hit Dogs?
See who are experts are tipping in round 1 below.
Originally published as AFL round 1 tipping: Experts have their say on who the winners will be
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