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Brisbane Lions vs. Carlton Blues prediction: Lions favored to win Friday's AFL Round 9 matchup [5/8/2026]
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Written by Damien Souness, Chief Innovation Officer
Get Brisbane Lions vs Carlton Blues predictions for AFL Friday.
AFL action continues on Friday at 5:30 AM ET as the Carlton Blues face off with the favored Brisbane Lions at The Gabba.
Based on the latest simulation results, Dimers' proven AFL model projects the Lions as the most likely winner of the Blues vs. Lions game.
This article offers further insights into Friday's matchup, including best bets and picks.
Lions vs. Blues prediction: Who will win Round 9 game?
Using trusted machine learning and data, we have simulated the result of Friday's AFL matchup between the Blues and Lions, forming part of our AFL predictions coverage.
Our famous predictive model currently gives the Lions a 92% chance of defeating the Blues.
According to our model, the Lions (-45.5) have a 52% chance of covering the spread, while the 186.5-point over/under has a 51% chance of staying under.
Carlton vs. Brisbane odds
We have sourced the best AFL odds in America for this game, which are listed here:
| Bet Type | Blues | Lions |
|---|---|---|
| H2H (Moneyline) | +650 | -1250 |
| Line (Spread) | +45.5 (-115) | -45.5 (-115) |
| Total | o186.5 (-115) | u186.5 (-115) |
All odds are correct at the time of publication and are subject to change.
Blues vs. Lions picks and best bet
After matching our predictions against the best current odds, we can reveal our picks for each of the major markets. Plus, find our best bet for the game below:
| Bet Type | Pick | Bet Now |
|---|---|---|
| Spread | Lions -45.5 | -115 |
| Moneyline | Lions | -1250 |
| Total | Under 186.5 | -115 |
According to our AFL best bets, the top play to make on this game is Lions to win.
These picks are based on our probabilities matched against the implied probabilities from the sportsbook odds.
Lions vs. Blues game-day updates and essential details
Friday's Australian rules football action between the Lions and Blues at The Gabba is scheduled to begin at 5:30 AM ET.
- Who: Carlton Blues vs. Brisbane Lions
- Date: Friday, May 8, 2026
- Time: 5:30 AM ET/2:30AM PT
- Venue: The Gabba
The AFL is available to bet on in the US through all major sportsbooks, with fans highlighting the high-octane 360-degree nature of the sport as a top reason to follow it.
Conclusion
We predict the Lions, with a 92% win probability, will likely beat the Blues in Friday's AFL matchup.
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Damien Souness leverages over 15 years of experience to create engaging content focused on sports, online gaming and wagering. As Chief Innovation Officer at Cipher Sports Technology Group, the parent company of Dimers, he offers strategic insights and innovative solutions to enhance the player experience.
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