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Crows' Second Term Sinks Blues in Gather Round Opener
Josh Rachele kicked four goals and Sam Berry collected 29 possessions as Adelaide overran Carlton after halftime.
- On Thursday, April 9, 2026, Adelaide defeated Carlton by 28 points to open the AFL Gather Round at Adelaide Oval. The Crows secured the 17.12 to 12.14 victory following a decisive second-quarter surge.
- The result marks Carlton's third consecutive loss, intensifying pressure on coach Michael Voss. Despite the defeat, the Blues showed improved intent, trailing by only three goals midway through the final term.
- Crows forward Josh Rachele sparked the home side with four goals, while midfielder Sam Berry dominated with 29 possessions. Blues captain Patrick Cripps recorded 29 disposals and seven clearances in the competitive effort.
- Carlton coach Michael Voss dismissed criticism regarding captain Cripps resting on the bench during the pivotal second quarter. Voss emphasized the need to "share the load" among the midfield group rather than relying on one player.
- Facing arch-rivals Collingwood next Thursday, the Blues could regain key defenders Jacob Weitering and Harry Dean. This roster reinforcement aims to reverse Carlton's three-game losing streak in their upcoming fixture.
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Adelaide Crows play Carlton Blues in round five of the 2026 AFL premiership season at GMHBA Stadium in Geelong at 7.40pm AEST. Seven, Kayo and Fox Footy are broadcasting the match live. Follow this live blog for minute-by-minute updates, scores, results, odds, squads, injury updates and start time. This match is part of AFL Gather Round 2026.
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Total News Sources10
Leaning Left3Leaning Right1Center2Last UpdatedBias Distribution50% Left
Bias Distribution
- 50% of the sources lean Left
50% Left
L 50%
C 33%
R 17%
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