Essendon faces North Melbourne in Round 8, while St Kilda hosts Fremantle amid lineup speculations.

Round 8 of the AFL season kicks off on May 1, 2025, with a highly anticipated clash between Essendon and North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium. Essendon’s Harrison Jones is set to take the field despite battling an ankle issue, while North Melbourne`s Paul Curtis is facing a potential three-match suspension, adding an extra layer of intrigue to the matchup.

On May 2, St Kilda will host Fremantle, where lineup changes for the Saints are being speculated. The Sydney Swans, once a dominant force, are currently struggling to replicate their previous year`s success, raising questions about their strategy moving forward.

In a reflective moment, Chris Scott addressed his team`s recent loss, pinpointing critical mistakes but refraining from blaming the midfield battle for the defeat. Meanwhile, the Coates Talent League showcased an impressive performance from the Gold Coast Suns Academy, who triumphed over the Dandenong Stingrays by 62 points, led by standout players Jai Murray and Koby Coulson.

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