Jimmy and The Machine are here to give you their predictions and same game multi tips for each game this round!
Melbourne vs. Richmond
Thursday, April 24 – MCG
Jimmy’s Prediction: Melbourne by 20
A week ago I would’ve condemned this game as a waste of MCG resources and disrespectful to ANZAC Day – now I don’t know what to believe.
The Tiges had a very good and unexpected win to stop the Gold Coast freight train, and Ben King, possibly worried about being hit, having a stinker with only 4 touches.
The Dees also nabbed their first win, with Kozzy Pickett leading the way with a lazy 5 goals, and Gawny at his best.
If both teams bring the same momentum from last week, it should be a worthwhile Thursday night game. Balta definitely did his part for Richmond, so without him and up against Melbournes top tier players, who actually showed up last week – I’m backing the Dees to go two in a row.
Jimmy’s Tips:
Melbourne to Win
1.26 at Sportsbet
Same Game Multi
- Melbourne to Win
- Seth Campbell 2+ Goals
- Maurice Rioli 1+ Goals
- Sam Lalor 1+ Goals
SGM Odds: 5.39 at Neds
The Machine’s Prediction: Melbourne by 18 points
Melbourne’s midfield depth and recent form give them the edge over a rebuilding Richmond side.
The Machine’s Tips:
Melbourne to Win
1.27 at Sportsbet
Same Game Multi
Christian Petracca 25+ disposals
Tom Lynch 2+ goals
Bayley Fritsch 2+ goals
SGM Odds: 5.50 at Sportsbet
Collingwood vs. Essendon
Friday, April 25 – MCG
Jimmy’s Prediction: Collingwood by 26
Oh boy, usually the best football day in the year in my opinion – may be a lacklustre.
As a normal well-adjusted adult, I have a healthy dissent for Collingwood, which fuels scepticism on their ability – but far out they are playing well. The old dogs like Sidebottom and Pendles continue to show class, which is well complemented by the Daicos brothers speed and silky skills.
The Dons, could be the worst team to win 3 in a row (from an Essendon supporter). Skills are all over the place, half-assed tackles, and just dropping sitters. But credit to them, they have kept fighting in each of their games – which has been an issue on the last few years.
With the Dons missing both starting rucks for the rest of the year, and Darcy Cameron being in some firm form – I think the Pies will have their way. It wouldn’t be ANZAC Day without a decent hit-out, and I can see Goldstein coming in hard for his first game back, but Collingwood are looking very fit and I can see them really kicking away with it in the end.
Jimmy’s Tips:
Collingwood to Win
1.22 at Sportsbet
Same Game Multi
- Collingwood Line (-25.5)
- Peter Wright 2+ Goals
- Zach Merrett 1+ Goals
- Jade Gresham 1+ Goals
SGM Odds: 29.40 at Neds
The Machine’s Prediction: Collingwood by 25 points
Collingwood’s strong midfield and forward line should outmatch Essendon in this ANZAC Day clash.
The Machine’s Tips:
Collingwood to Win
1.25 at Sportsbet
Same Game Multi
Nick Daicos 25+ disposals
Jamie Elliott 2+ goals
Scott Pendlebury 20+ disposals
SGM Odds: 3.10 at Sportsbet
Fremantle vs. Adelaide
Friday, April 25 – Optus Stadium
Jimmy’s Prediction: Adelaide by 23
Although it’s over in Perth, I think the books have got it wrong with backing Freo as the fave. They’ve looked incredibly underwhelming this year, with a list that has serious potential, and their only decent win was against the injured Dogs at Perth.
Adelaide, have only lost two games and they were against the always strong Geelong, and the super in form Gold Coast – who are notoriously hard to beat at home.
Although big Fogarty may be out after a shoulder injury, which is absurd given the size of those deltoids – the Crows have no shortage of big men who can kick a bag.
Even with Heave Ho having the home ground advantage, I think the Crom will be too good.
Adelaide by a few goals.
Jimmy’s Tips:
Adelaide to Win
2.02 at Sportsbet
Same Game Multi
- Adelaide to Win (1-39)
- Jye Amiss 2+ Goals
- Shai Bolton 2+ Goals
SGM Odds: 11.83 at Neds
The Machine’s Prediction: Adelaide by 12
Despite a historically poor record in Perth, the Crows have shown improved form in 2025 and are poised to secure a win against Fremantle.
The Machine’s Tips:
Adelaide to Win
1.98 at Sportsbet
Same Game Multi
Jordan Dawson 25+ disposals
Rory Laird 25+ disposals
Taylor Walker 2+ goals
Caleb Serong 25+ disposals
SGM Odds: 4.50 at Sportsbet
St Kilda vs. Brisbane
Saturday, April 26 – Marvel Stadium
Jimmy’s Prediction: Brisbane by 28
The Saints have been found out to be the imposters they are after getting torn apart by the Bont and his posse. They’ve only won junk games this season with a few arguable outliers in Geelong and Port, but both teams were in average form – especially Port.
Brisbanes massive loss to Collingwood was exactly the wake up call they needed. They’ve been playing sub-par footy all year, but winning every game – it was about time they got caught out.
With the Lions likely taking their training and games a lot more serious now, I think they’ll come out hard and show us why they are the reigning premiers.
Brisbane comfortably.
Jimmy’s Tips:
Brisbane Line (-14.5)
1.90 at Neds
Same Game Multi
- Brisbane Line (-14.5)
- Jack Higgins 2+ Goals
- Jack Sinclair 1+ Goals
- Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera 1+ Goals
SGM Odds: 33.73 at Neds
The Machine’s Prediction: Brisbane by 20 points
Brisbane’s strong form positions them as favorites against St Kilda.
The Machine’s Tips:
Brisbane to Win
1.44 at Sportsbet
Same Game Multi
Lachie Neale 25+ disposals
Hugh McCluggage 20+ disposals
Charlie Cameron 2+ goals
Jack Steele 25+ disposals
SGM Odds: 8.75 at Sportsbet
Port Adelaide vs. North Melbourne
Saturday, April 26 – Adelaide Oval
Jimmy’s Prediction: Port by 45
It took a bit, but Port are back. After absolutely smacking the sense out of Hawthorn, they backed it up with a comfortable win against the Swans, up in Sydney.
North’s annual breathe of life into their fans seems to be well forgotten, as they have been getting pumped by an average of 59 points for the last four games.
With the Roos being in their natural state of being out of form, having to come to Adelaide to fight the inform Port – will almost certainly be a bloodbath. The only consolation I can see is if the Kangas have a dip to get some heat off Clarko.
Port to smoke them.
Jimmy’s Tips:
Port Adelaide Line (-36.5)
1.90 at Neds
Same Game Multi
Port Adelaide Line (-36.5)
Jy Simpkin 1+ Goals
George Wardlaw 1+ Goals
SGM Odds: 19.91 at Neds
The Machine’s Prediction: Port Adelaide by 50 points
Port Adelaide is expected to dominate against North Melbourne.
The Machine’s Tips:
Port Adelaide to Win
1.14 at Sportsbet
Same Game Multi
Connor Rozee 25+ disposals
Jy Simpkin 25+ disposals
Nick Larkey 2+ goals
SGM Odds: 5.75 at Sportsbet
GWS vs. Western Bulldogs
Saturday, April 26 – Manuka Oval
Jimmy’s Prediction: GWS by 6
I must say, I was a bit worried that the return of the Bont may have triggered a messiah mindset where they expect him to do it all – but they didn’t. Although he had a standard blinder, the good work the Dogs have been doing without him continued, and now with him – they looked scary.
The Giants are still looking strong despite the loss over in Adelaide on the weekend. If Hogan and Daniels find their way back into the team, it’ll be a very good hit out.
Hard to say with such TBC news on some players, including Sam Darcy at time of writing – however with the game not being in Vic, I’m backing the Giants. But not confidently.
Jimmy’s Tips:
GWS to Win
1.53 at Neds
Same Game Multi
- Western Bulldogs Line (+11.5)
- Jesse Hogan 2+ Goals
- Callum Brown 1+ Goals
- Ryley Sanders 1+ Goals
- Jake Stringer 1+ Goals
SGM Odds: 12.31 at Neds
The Machine’s Prediction: Western Bulldogs by 15 points
The Bulldogs’ scoring prowess gives them the edge over GWS.
The Machine’s Tips:
Western Bulldogs to Win
2.46 at Sportsbet
Same Game Multi
Marcus Bontempelli 25+ disposals
Aaron Naughton 2+ goals
Toby Greene 2+ goals
Josh Kelly 25+ disposals
SGM Odds: 6.50 at Sportsbet
Gold Coast vs. Sydney
Sunday, April 27 – People First Stadium
Jimmy’s Prediction: Gold Coast by 23
Gold Coast, after finally entering the conversation as a top 4 contender – really let it slip last week by abysmally losing to Richmond.
Sydney also are a far cry from their best, getting done by Port at Sydney – they are not the team they were 12 months ago.
Seeing how it is back up on the coast and after their absolute humbling last week, I think the Suns will have it. Sydney will get some form back eventually, but won’t be at up on the Coast. It seems all teams minds are on Cavill Avenue when they’re up there, and not Peoples First Stadium – and the Swans will no exception.
Suns comfortably.
Jimmy’s Tips:
Gold Coast Line (-12.5)
1.90 at Neds
Same Game Multi
- Gold Coast Line (-12.5)
- Hayden McLean 2+ Goals
- Will Hayward 2+ Goals
- Corey Warner 1+ Goals
SGM Odds: 28.79 at Neds
The Machine’s Prediction: Sydney by 18 points
Sydney’s balanced lineup should secure them a win over Gold Coast.
The Machine’s Tips:
Sydney to Win
2.74 at Sportsbet
Same Game Multi
Isaac Heeney 2+ goals
Chad Warner 20+ disposals
Touk Miller 25+ disposals
Ben King 2+ goals
SGM Odds: 7.50 at Sportsbet
Carlton vs. Geelong
Sunday, April 27 – MCG
Jimmy’s Prediction: Geelong by 18
Could be an interesting game this one. On one hand, I am curious to see if the Blues have legitimately turned a corner and will actually start playing a decent brand of footy.
However, the other hand is slapping me in the face saying Carlton have only won a few junk games and will get another season wake up call.
The Cats looked way too good last week against Hawthorn, and whilst it was a close and exciting game – it never really seemed like they were threatened.
Unfortunately, I think we are going to have to deal with Geelong being very good for at least another few years.
Geelong by a few goals.
Jimmy’s Tips:
Geelong to Win
1.52 at Sportsbet
Same Game Multi
- Geelong to Win
- Harry McKay 2+ Goals
- Sam Walsh 1+ Goals
SGM Odds: 13.15 at Neds
The Machine’s Prediction: Geelong to win by 15 points
Geelong’s recent form gives them the advantage over Carlton.
The Machine’s Tips:
Geelong to Win
1.52 at Sportsbet
Same Game Multi
Jeremy Cameron 2+ goals
Patrick Cripps 25+ disposals
Harry McKay 2+ goal
SGM Odds: 3.75 at Sportsbet
Hawthorn vs. West Coast
Sunday, April 27 – MCG
Jimmy’s Prediction: Hawthorn by 50
I’ve been expecting the Hawks to drop down a notch all year, and to be fair its taken a bit longer than I thought. They are still a very decent team, but are serious momentum addicts and with a few players out and things not going their way – they drop off hard.
West Coast are an easy target at this stage, but they did look pretty decent against the Bombers – but so does everyone.
West Coast will get a win at some stage, but it’ll be in Perth and it certainly won’t be this week. The Hawks will want to get that pendulum swinging back their way, and will really step on the Eagles throat.
Although Oscan Allen has had a stinker of a season thus far, I reckon he might come out swinging at the club he was flirting with to A/ prove a point to the Eagles supporters, and or B/ to negotiate bank later in the year with the Hawks.
Either way, Hawks to smoke them.
Jimmy’s Tips:
Hawthorn to Win (40+)
1.32 at Neds
Same Game Multi
Hawthorn to Win (40+)
Jake Waterman 2+ Goals
Oscan Allen 3+ Goals
SGM Odds: 21.79 at Neds
The Machine’s Prediction: Hawthorn by 20 points
Hawthorn’s development and form suggest a win over West Coast.
The Machine’s Tips:
Hawthorn to Win
1.04 at Sportsbet
Same Game Multi
James Worpel 25+ disposals
Tim Kelly 25+ disposal
- Hawthorn to Win
SGM Odds: 7.25 at Sportsbet