Eddie McGuire backs North Melbourne to derail a struggling Carlton’s season at the MCG

This week’s AFL expert predictions from Nine are in for round 15, with Eddie McGuire boldly supporting North Melbourne against a sidelined Carlton team.

The Blues will miss key players Harry McKay and Sam Walsh, with Charlie Curnow also facing uncertainty due to a calf issue.

In contrast, North Melbourne may welcome back defender Charlie Comben, bringing them closer to full strength.

Carlton finds itself in a must-win situation, as any missteps could severely hinder their chances of making the finals.

McGuire’s tip could be more heart-driven than head-driven in this instance.

It’s worth noting that the Blues have had the upper hand with five consecutive victories over the Kangaroos.

In another key match-up, Gold Coast and GWS are set to clash, which carries significant implications for the finals.

Both teams are vying for a spot within the fifth to eighth range, and with the Western Bulldogs surging towards finals contention, one team will unfortunately fall short.

Brisbane will seek to end their losing streak in Geelong, a venue where they haven’t claimed victory since 2003.

However, all our tipsters are backing the Cats over the struggling Lions.

Expert tips for round 15

Jimmy Bartel: Fremantle, Geelong, Carlton, Sydney, Collingwood, Gold Coast, Western Bulldogs

Rory Sloane: Fremantle, Geelong, Carlton, Port Adelaide, Collingwood, GWS, Western Bulldogs

Tom Morris: Fremantle, Geelong, Carlton, Port Adelaide, Collingwood, GWS, Western Bulldogs

Eddie McGuire: Fremantle, Geelong, North Melbourne, Port Adelaide, Collingwood, GWS, Western Bulldogs

Clint Stanaway: Fremantle, Geelong, Carlton, Port Adelaide, Collingwood, Gold Coast, Western Bulldogs

Nat Yoannidis: Fremantle, Geelong, Carlton, Port Adelaide, Collingwood, Gold Coast, Western Bulldogs

Tony Jones: Fremantle, Geelong, Carlton, Port Adelaide, Collingwood, GWS, Western Bulldogs