Details: Marvel Stadium, Sunday 27 June, 4:10 (AEST)
Broadcast: Fox Footy, AFL app, Kayo, Triple M 

The game in focus: 

After three losses in a row, this is a must-win game for the Blues as they come up against a determined Crows outfit. 

Carlton have been challenged in the last couple of weeks and need to start producing results to ease the pressure building at IKON Park. 

Adelaide are coming off a close win over St Kilda where they mounted a 30-point comeback to snatch the win late. 

Last time we met: 

The last time we faced the Crows was in the last round of the 2020 season. 

The Blues ended their first quarter with a 31-point deficit, but were able to narrow the margin to within two goals thanks in part to four majors from Harry McKay.

Adelaide was too good in the end, locking down Carlton in the final quarter and stifling a comeback in the late stages of the game. 

Will Setterfield laid nine tackles and collected four clearances, while Sam Walsh topped the disposals with 22 touches and six score involvements.

Liam Jones and Lachie Plowman did their best down the defensive end, gathering 13 intercepts between them. 

Blue focus: 

The Blues and the Crows are about as evenly matched as it comes in terms of stats. 

The two sides don't differ by more than three on disposals, inside 50s, clearances, disposal efficiency, tackles, hit-outs and contested possessions. 

To get over the top of Adelaide, Carlton will have to stick to what they do best: contested ground balls and clearances. 

With the Crows matching them in almost every area, it will take something special from the Blues to outplay them, as well as mounting a stronger defensive game and accuracy in front of goal. 

With ball magnet Rory Laird guaranteed to make an impact for Adelaide, Carlton will rely on the likes of Ed Curnow and Patrick Cripps to diminish the midfielder's influence. 

Get excited about: 

Two of the best forwards in the game will line up on opposite ends of the ground on Sunday afternoon. 

Harry McKay is currently leading the Coleman Medal count, sitting on 41 goals, with Tex Walker just behind him on 37. 

Both are a sight to see in terms of their strong contested marking and accuracy in front of goal. 

Seeing these two big men strut their stuff on opposite ends of Marvel Stadium will make for entertaining viewing, while  Liam Jones and Jacob Weitering will be put to the test in facing one of the most experienced tall forwards in the competition. 

Blue view: 

Having Bluebaggers back at the game is something we’ve all been looking forward to. 

The sound and the support that the Bluebaggers bring to a home game is unparalleled, always noted and appreciated by the players and coaches alike.