AFL tips: See who the experts are picking for every round 1 clash

The Pies will unfurl their 2023 premiership flag on Friday night, before clashing with a red-hot Sydney, but will they celebrate after too? Our experts have every tip for every game of round 1.

Collingwood's Nick Daicos and Darcy Moore leave the field during the AFL Opening Round match between the GWS Giants and Collingwood Magpies at Engie Stadium, Sydney on March 9, 2024. Photo by Phil Hillyard (Image Supplied for Editorial Use only – Phil Hillyard **NO ON SALES** – ©Phil Hillyard )

After the northern states got all the love in Opening Round, footy is back in Victoria, South Australia and West Australia in 2024 as all 18 clubs prepare to play this weekend.

The Tigers will look to make amends for their shambolic loss to the Suns in Adem Yze’s debut game, boosted by the return of some serious starpower when they face Carlton on Thursday.

Collingwood will unfurl their 2023 premiership flag before their clash with Sydney kicks off on Friday night, with the Pies also needing to rebound.

The Crows will start their season on the Gold Coast, desperate to put the demons of their tough away record in 2023 behind them.

So many intriguing contests lead to tough choices in the tipping department, so our experts are here to help you.

Check out who our experts are backing in every game for round 1.

Originally published as AFL tips: See who the experts are picking for every round 1 clash