Carlton secures AFL wildcard berth after dramatic draw

Carlton has secured a spot in the AFL wildcard round following a dramatic 82-82 draw against the Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium. The result allows the Blues to finish level in the top 10, completing a significant mid-season recovery.

After a difficult start to the season under former coach Michael Voss, interim coach Josh Fraser has led the team to 10 wins, one draw, and one defeat in his first 12 matches. Captain Patrick Cripps emphasized the importance of the qualification, noting that the team’s primary focus was securing the berth regardless of the playing style used to achieve it.