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The AFL’s Round 13 tips are heating up as Fox Footy’s expert leaderboard tightens, with four-time champion Max Laughton and Jack Jovanovski sharing the lead at 80 points. The competition’s most intriguing storylines now center on matchups like Brisbane Lions vs. Gold Coast Suns and Geelong Cats vs. Adelaide Crows, two games that could define mid-table trajectories. With the King’s Birthday clash between Geelong and Adelaide looming as a marquee fixture, here’s how the expert predictions—and the league’s broader narratives—are shaping up.
The Tip-Top Contenders
Laughton and Jovanovski have nailed eight matches apiece, with overlapping picks on Geelong, Hawthorn, Fremantle, and Port Adelaide. Laughton’s inclusion of Collingwood as a tip stands out, while Ben Waterworth’s board highlights Melbourne as a sleeper play. Chloe Molloy, ninth with 71 points, has diverged by backing the Brisbane Lions and Adelaide Crows, betting on their ability to snap losing skids. Her inclusion of the Lions—a team mired in a three-game slide—has sparked chatter about their Saturday showdown with Gold Coast as a potential turning point.
Key Matchups to Watch
- Geelong Cats vs. Adelaide Crows (Thu, Jun 4): This King’s Birthday thriller is the week’s most anticipated game. Both teams are battling for top-four positioning, and Laughton’s tip of Geelong reflects confidence in their star-laden midfield to dominate.
- Brisbane Lions vs. Gold Coast Suns (Sat, Jun 6): A local derby with pride on the line. Molloy’s faith in Brisbane hinges on their defense finally holding serve, while Gold Coast’s recent form under pressure adds intrigue.
- Fremantle Dockers vs. North Melbourne (Sat, Jun 6): The Dockers’ consistent run continues to impress experts, with seven of the top 10 leaders tipping them to handle the Kangaroos’ physicality.
What’s Next?
With five days until the first Round 13 clash, the leaderboard remains fluid. Laughton and Jovanovski’s narrow edge over Ben Cotton and Dylan Bolch (76 points) sets up a high-stakes finish. For fans, the real action starts Thursday, but the broader narrative is clear: teams like Brisbane and Adelaide, once written off, are now central to the season’s momentum.
Want to track the tips in real time? Fox Footy’s full Round 13 predictions are live on Kayo Sports, with new users getting their first month for $1. The clock is ticking—tip wisely.