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AFL Saturday is here, and Round 1 of the 2025 AFL Season delivers a massive four-game lineup!
Who are you going to pick for your AFL Tips for Round 1?
The action kicks off with the Geelong Cats hosting the Fremantle Dockers at GMHBA Stadium. Then, all eyes will be on the SCG for the highly anticipated 2024 Grand Final rematch, as the Sydney Swans take on the reigning premiers, the Brisbane Lions.
Later, the Western Bulldogs face North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium, with the Dogs missing their superstar captain, Marcus Bontempelli. Finally, the Collingwood Magpies will cap off the night by hosting Port Adelaide at the MCG in a blockbuster showdown.
With four huge clashes on the schedule, every team will be eager to start their season on the right foot!
Here are some AFL Tips for Round 1, Saturday March 15th of the 2025 AFL Season.
Be sure to check back before each AFL Match for AFL Tips, AFL Predictions, AFL Picks, AFL Previews, AFL Tipping and AFL Quick Facts for each match of the 2025 AFL Season.
Geelong vs Fremantle Prediction
Venue – GMHBA Stadium
Bouncedown – 1.20pm EST
2024 Season Record
| Team | W-L-D | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geelong | 15-8-1 | 8-3 | 7-5 |
| Fremantle | 12-10-1 | 7-4-1 | 5-6 |
2024 Season Scoring
| Team | Pts | Opp Pts | Game Total Ave |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geelong | 94.1 | 83.8 | 177.9 |
| Fremantle | 85.4 | 76.3 | 161.7 |
Quick Game Facts
- Cats love a fast start! Geelong has dominated season openers at GMHBA Stadium, winning each of its last seven. Expect them to come out firing again.
- Early dominance! The Cats have been quick out of the blocks against Fremantle, kicking the first four goals in their last eight meetings. Can they keep the streak alive?
- Dockers in danger! Fremantle has struggled to close out games, losing each of its last four matches by a narrow 1-39 point margin. Can they turn things around?
Prediction
The Cats are always a formidable force at home and will take on a Fremantle side missing a few key players. Geelong should capitalize on the advantage and kick off their season with a strong opening win.
Prediction – Geelong (Win)
Sydney vs Brisbane Prediction
Venue – SCG
Bouncedown – 4.15pm EST
2024 Season Record
| Team | W-L-D | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney | 17-6-0 | 9-2 | 8-4 |
| Brisbane | 14-8-1 | 8-4 | 6-4-1 |
2024 Season Scoring
| Team | Pts | Opp Pts | Game Total Ave |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sydney | 97.5 | 76.9 | 174.4 |
| Brisbane | 92.6 | 76.0 | 168.6 |
Quick Game Facts
- Low-scoring trend! The last four Grand Final rematches have gone UNDER the total match points line. Will history repeat itself?
- Fast-starting Lions! Brisbane has come out firing, winning the first quarter in 15 of its last 16 matches. Can they set the tone early again?
- Covering machines! The Lions have covered the line in each of their last four games. Will they keep the streak going?
Prediction
The reigning premiers, the Brisbane Lions, take on a Sydney Swans side that has injury concerns and struggled to impress in their season opener. Brisbane has a solid record against the Swans and will be looking to make a statement as they kick off their title defence. With their firepower and midfield dominance, the Lions rightfully enter this clash as favourites, but the Swans will be desperate to bounce back in front of their home crowd.
Prediction – Brisbane (Win)
Western Bulldogs vs North Melbourne Prediction
Venue – Marvel Stadium
Bouncedown – 7.35pm EST
2024 Season Record
| Team | W-L-D | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Bulldogs | 14-9-0 | 7-5 | 7-4 |
| North Melbourne | 3-20-0 | 2-9 | 1-11 |
2024 Season Scoring
| Team | Pts | Opp Pts | Game Total Ave |
|---|---|---|---|
| Western Bulldogs | 94.4 | 75.5 | 169.9 |
| North Melbourne | 70.4 | 110.9 | 181.3 |
Quick Game Facts
- Bulldogs dominance! The Western Bulldogs have won their last seven clashes against North Melbourne. Can they extend their streak?
- High-scoring battles! Six of the last eight meetings between these two sides have gone OVER the total match points line. Expect plenty of action!
- Roos love Marvel! North Melbourne has covered the line in six of their last seven matches at Marvel Stadium. Can they make it a contest?
Prediction
This game has the potential for an early-season upset, with the Kangaroos bolstering their squad with experienced recruits and facing a Bulldogs side missing two of their star players. While North Melbourne fell short in their preseason match, they showed promising signs, particularly in the fundamentals. With a decent record at Marvel Stadium and a point to prove, the Roos have the ability to cause an upset and kickstart their season with a statement win.
Prediction – North Melbourne (Win)
Collingwood vs Port Adelaide Prediction
Venue – MCG
Bouncedown – 7.35pm EST
2024 Season Record
| Team | W-L-D | Home | Away |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collingwood | 12-9-2 | 8-4 | 4-5-2 |
| Port Adelaide | 16-7 | 9-3 | 7-4 |
2024 Season Scoring
| Team | Pts | Opp Pts | Game Total Ave |
|---|---|---|---|
| Collingwood | 86.6 | 84.5 | 171.1 |
| Port Adelaide | 87.4 | 76.2 | 163.6 |
Quick Game Facts
- Pies on top! Collingwood has won each of its last four clashes against Port Adelaide. Can they make it five in a row?
- Points galore! The last five meetings between these two sides have gone OVER the total match points line.
- Fast-starting Power! Port Adelaide has been the first to three goals in each of its last four matches against Collingwood. Can they jump out of the blocks again?
Prediction
The Magpies will be eager to bounce back after last week’s loss to the Giants and will take on a Power side missing Zak Butters, while Connor Rozee has had some injury concerns leading into the game. Collingwood is always dangerous at the MCG, and with their home crowd behind them, they’ll make this a tough challenge for Port Adelaide. Expect the Pies to come out firing as they look to get their season back on track.