Carlton Blues
Gold Coast Suns
Carlton Blues
Gold Coast Suns
Carlton Blues
Gold Coast Suns
Gold Coast Suns
Carlton Blues
Carlton Blues
Gold Coast Suns
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Team Overview
The Carlton Blues hosted the Gold Coast Suns in their last match on July 25, 2026, in the AFL Premiership, securing a 110-97 victory. This win marked a positive turn for Carlton after a string of mixed results.
Team Overview
The Gold Coast Suns faced the Carlton Blues on July 25, 2026, in the AFL Premiership, but were unable to secure a win, losing 97-110. This defeat continued a challenging period for the Suns.
Carlton Blues emerged victorious against Gold Coast Suns with a final score of 110 to 97 in an exciting AFL Premiership clash.
The match showcased a strong performance from Carlton, who dominated key statistics with 438 disposals compared to Gold Coast's 321. The Blues also excelled in marks, tallying 133 to the Suns' 77, highlighting their control over the game.
Will Hayward and Talor Byrne were standout performers for Carlton, each contributing three goals, while George Hewett and Mitch McGovern added to the scoreboard with three and two goals respectively. For the Suns, Ben King, Joel Jeffrey, and Bailey Humphrey each netted three goals, keeping the match competitive.
Despite Gold Coast's efforts, including a solid showing in hitouts with 37 to Carlton's 22, the Blues' superior tackling (52 to 34) and clearances (39 to 28) ultimately paved the way for their victory. This match underscores Carlton's growing strength as they continue to build momentum in the season.
| Player | G | B | A |
|---|---|---|---|
| George Hewett | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Talor Byrne | 3 | 0 | 2 |
| Will Hayward | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Francis Evans | 2 | 0 | 1 |
| Mitch McGovern | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Ben Ainsworth | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Lewis Young | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Patrick Cripps | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Player | G | B | A |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bailey Humphrey | 3 | 0 | 1 |
| Ben King | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Joel Jeffrey | 3 | 0 | 0 |
| Jed Walter | 2 | 0 | 0 |
| Beau Addinsall | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Ben Long | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Dylan Patterson | 1 | 0 | 2 |
| Noah Anderson | 1 | 0 | 2 |
The Carlton Blues have shown a strong performance in their last ten matches, winning six and losing four. Their recent victory against the Gold Coast Suns, where they scored 110 points, highlights their offensive capabilities. In contrast, the Gold Coast Suns have struggled, managing only three wins in their last ten games, with a significant loss against the Adelaide Crows where they conceded 128 points.
Historically, Carlton has a favorable head-to-head record against Gold Coast, winning five out of the last eight encounters. This trend suggests that Carlton has a psychological edge going into this match.
In terms of statistics, Carlton averages 383.6 disposals per game, while Gold Coast averages 369.5. This slight edge in disposals, combined with Carlton's home advantage at Marvel Stadium, where they have performed well, could be pivotal. The Blues also have a higher average of goals scored per game (11.5) compared to Gold Coast's 12.8, indicating a more consistent scoring ability.
Both teams have had a similar number of rest days leading up to this match, but Carlton's recent form and home ground advantage may play a crucial role in determining the outcome.
In terms of tactical expectations, Carlton is likely to focus on maintaining possession and utilizing their strong midfield to control the game. They may also look to exploit Gold Coast's defensive weaknesses, particularly in transition, to create scoring opportunities. Gold Coast will need to tighten their defense and improve their clearance work to compete effectively.
Carlton Blues
Gold Coast Suns
Lachlan Cowan
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Adam Cerra
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Jagga Smith
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Patrick Cripps
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Harry McKay
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Mitch McGovern
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Ben Ainsworth
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Blake Acres
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Oliver Florent
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Billy Wilson
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Brodie Kemp
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Sam Walsh
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Will Hayward
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Nic Newman
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Liam Reidy
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Mac Andrew
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John Noble
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Christian Petracca
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Jed Walter
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Bodhi Uwland
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Nick Holman
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Leonardo Lombard
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Charlie Ballard
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Touk Miller
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Noah Anderson
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Joel Jeffrey
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Daniel Rioli
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Matthew Rowell
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Bailey Humphrey
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Ethan Read
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