AFLW Round Six Team: Full Selection & Analysis
Round six of the AFLW season is upon us, and the competition is heating up! With the race for the top eight tightening, every match is a battle. We've taken a deep dive into the matchups to bring you our full team selection and analysis for the round.
Key Matchups & Talking Points
1. Adelaide vs. North Melbourne: Can the Crows bounce back from their loss to Carlton? North Melbourne will be looking to build momentum after their impressive win over Richmond.
2. Melbourne vs. Fremantle: This is a clash of the titans! Both sides are strong contenders, and this match could be a preview of a potential finals matchup.
3. Collingwood vs. St Kilda: Collingwood will be aiming to maintain their undefeated streak, while St Kilda will be eager to pull off an upset.
4. Gold Coast vs. GWS Giants: The Suns are looking to break into the top eight, while the Giants are fighting for their season.
5. West Coast vs. Richmond: This is a must-win game for both sides. West Coast needs a win to stay in the race, while Richmond is looking to break out of their slump.
6. Carlton vs. Brisbane Lions: The Blues will be looking to carry their momentum from their win over Adelaide, while the Lions will be looking to prove themselves as a top team.
Full Team Selection
Forward:
- Maddy Prespakis (Carlton): A dominant midfielder who can also impact the forward line.
- Chloe Molloy (North Melbourne): A key forward for North Melbourne, Molloy is a constant threat inside 50.
- Katie Brennan (Collingwood): One of the most dangerous forwards in the league.
- Daisy Pearce (Melbourne): An inspirational leader and a force to be reckoned with in the forward line.
Midfield:
- Erin Phillips (Adelaide): A champion midfielder with a knack for winning the ball and setting up her teammates.
- Kiara Bowers (Fremantle): A tireless worker who can dominate the midfield.
- Ellie Blackburn (Western Bulldogs): A skillful and experienced midfielder who can turn the tide of a game.
- Emma Kearney (North Melbourne): A brilliant midfielder with an uncanny ability to find space and create opportunities.
Defense:
- Steph Cain (Collingwood): A rock in the Collingwood defense, Cain is known for her intercept marking and lockdown defense.
- Gabby Pound (Carlton): A young defender with a bright future ahead of her.
- Courtney Gum (Collingwood): A veteran defender who can shut down the opposition's best players.
- Sarah Perkins (Fremantle): A fearless defender who can impact the game with her strong tackles and intercept marks.
Ruck:
- Breanna Moody (Melbourne): A dominant ruck who can win her own ball and create opportunities for her teammates.
- Rhiannon Down (Fremantle): A talented ruck who can hold her own against the best in the league.
Analysis & Predictions
This week's round promises to be a thrilling one, with plenty of close contests and potential upsets on the cards. We're expecting big performances from Maddy Prespakis, Daisy Pearce, and Chloe Molloy in the forward line, while the midfield battles will be crucial for teams like Carlton, Fremantle, and North Melbourne.
Key Predictions:
- Melbourne to defeat Fremantle: This clash between two top teams should be a close one, but Melbourne has the edge at home.
- Collingwood to maintain their undefeated streak: Collingwood is looking unstoppable right now, and they should be able to secure another win this week.
- Adelaide to bounce back against North Melbourne: The Crows will be out to prove their early season form, and a win against North Melbourne would be a good starting point.
Don't forget to check back next week for our full team selection and analysis for Round Seven!
