Re: AFL Rd 1 2024 Pre Game Prognostications Carlton vs Richmond
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Agree with the earlier post.....Elijah Hollands probably straight in for Round 3....he showed enough in those pre-season games.
Carroll did more than enough on Friday night to hold his spot and probably come into the 22. I'm not sure Cincotta comes in as we have Newman, Saad, Williams and Boyd as the smaller/running defenders.
Fantasia didn't get a lot of the ball the other night, but when he did, some of his disposal was superb and he could be a bit of a surprise packet this year.
I doubt we'll be experimenting too much. Acres has been one of the standout wingmen in the competition and his running ability makes it a great position for him. He covers the ground as good as anyone.
Ollie Hollands was pretty quiet but his form in the pre-season games suggests he'll hold his spot.
So maybe it's just Carroll into the 22 and Binns in as the sub.
Richmond were terrible yesterday in the first half and if we get plenty of ball, Curnow and Harry should have a night out.
I didn't think that Lij Hollands did enough in the practice matches. He's earmarked for a midfield/forward role so Doc's injury opens up a spot, but Carroll has first dibs and Binns has been impressive.
Ollie Hollands had a quiet night and I thought that he fumbled too much. However, he tackled well and kept his opponent quiet and has Thursday night's game to impress.
I thought Owies and Fantasia didn't contribute much in the way of forward pressure. Motlop was 1-2 weeks away last Tuesday and I think he'll struggle to get up for Thursday. Corey Durdin could come in for Owies or it might be an ideal game for Moir to debut.