Adelaide vs. Carlton Predictions – AFL Round 5 2026


Adelaide host Carlton to open Gather Round at Adelaide Oval, with the Crows looking to convert recent competitive efforts into a win. Carlton come in with inconsistent form, making this an intriguing matchup. With both sides capable of scoring, it shapes as a game with solid betting interest.

Adelaide vs Carlton

Adelaide return home to open Gather Round and look well placed to bounce back after a series of narrow losses. Despite going down in their last three, the Crows have remained highly competitive, losing by a combined margin of just 16 points and showing strong late-game pressure. Back at Adelaide Oval, they get an ideal opportunity to reset against a Carlton side that has struggled to build momentum this season. The Blues have lacked consistency, with recent losses and an unconvincing win suggesting they may find it difficult here. With home advantage and a clear edge in recent performances, Adelaide should be able to take control and build a strong margin.


Best Bet

Adelaide look set to control the game and should prove too strong across four quarters.

Selection: Adelaide -33.5 @ $1.90


Player Prop

Riley Thilthorpe has the ability to impact the scoreboard and this shapes as a favourable matchup for him to return to form.

Selection: Riley Thilthorpe 2+ Goals @ $1.90


Secondary Play

Taylor Walker remains a key target and should find opportunities against a Carlton defence that has shown vulnerabilities.

Selection: Taylor Walker 1+ Goals @ $1.90


Total Points

With Adelaide expected to score strongly and Carlton capable of contributing, the total points line looks within reach.

Selection: Over 162.5 Total Match Points @ $1.90


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