Carlton Blues vs St Kilda Saints Picks & Predictions

On Friday 31 July 2026, St Kilda Saints play Carlton Blues in the AFL. Our model likes one bet here. The one it likes most is St Kilda Saints vs Carlton Blues: Carlton Blues 9.5, priced at -111 when we wrote this. Here is the thinking behind each pick, in plain English.

St Kilda Saints vs Carlton Blues: Carlton Blues 9.5 (-111)

Alright, footy fans, let's dive into this juicy clash between the St Kilda Saints and the Carlton Blues at Marvel Stadium. The Blues are coming off a solid streak, boasting an impressive average of 77 points scored in their last five games, while holding opponents to just 69.2 points. On the road, they've been no pushovers either, with a margin average of 7.8 in their favor. On the other hand, the Saints have been somewhat inconsistent, especially at home, where they've struggled to contain their rivals, conceding an average of 85.4 points. With the Blues' efficient attacking play and sturdy defense, plus the Saints' leaky home form, backing the Blues at +9.5 seems like a savvy move. Expect Carlton to keep it tight and snag a few goals to cover that spread comfortably.

That is how our model reads St Kilda Saints v Carlton Blues. Prices move, so check the price at your bookmaker before you back anything. And if a game does not feel right to you, the strongest move is to skip it -- there is another one tomorrow.