Wildcard woes: Why the Crows are walking a tightrope
If Adelaide beats GWS on Saturday night, it could still face the precarious possibility of being both the first minor premier in the AFL to exit in straight sets and the first ever side to lose a wildcard final.
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What might happen next? AI-generated
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Awaiting deadline 45% Wildcard Victory
Adelaide secures the win against GWS in the wildcard final. This victory immediately stabilizes their season outlook, despite the high-stakes performance required.
Watch for: Adelaide secures a victory over GWS in the Wildcard Final on Saturday night · Post-match press conference confirms Adelaide's successful navigation of the final
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Awaiting deadline 30% Straight Set Collapse
Adelaide manages to beat GWS, but the match ends in straight sets. This fulfills the 'first minor premier' record, signaling a massive, albeit unusual, momentum shift.
Watch for: Final score of the Adelaide vs. GWS Wildcard Final is confirmed as a straight set win for Adelaide · AFL official statement highlights the straight-set nature of the result
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Awaiting deadline 15% Wildcard Exit
Adelaide fails to secure the win against GWS, resulting in their exit from the playoffs. This confirms the worst-case scenario, ending their season on a high-pressure loss.
Watch for: Adelaide loses the Wildcard Final to GWS on Saturday night · GWS confirms progression to the next playoff round
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Awaiting deadline 10% Unexpected Draw/Controversy
Due to an unforeseen on-field event or officiating call, the match is ruled a draw or subject to an immediate re-fixture. This halts the immediate trajectory and creates an administrative crisis.
Watch for: AFL announces a mandatory replay or administrative review following the GWS vs. Adelaide match · Official AFL timeline is extended beyond Saturday night results
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