Adelaide
2
B Moran
3
B Reilly
1.1
4
K Tippett
2.0
5
S Thompson
7
N van Berlo
9
T Edwards
11
M Doughty
1.0
13
T Walker
0.2
14
D Mackay
0.1
15
B Symes
17
B Vince
2.0
18
G Johncock
20
I Maric
0.1
21
C Knights
5.0
22
A Otten
1.0
23
A McLeod
25
B Rutten
26
R Douglas
27
S Stevens
32
P Dangerfield
1.4
36
S Goodwin
0.1
40
J Porplyzia
2.1
Preview: Adelaide v Carlton
VENUE & TIME: AAMI Stadium, Saturday 23 May, 3.10pm (AEST)
HEAD TO HEAD: Played: 26, Adelaide 12, Carlton 14
LAST TIME: Adelaide 13.16 (94) def. Carlton 12.14 (86), Round 18 at AAMI Stadium, 2008.
WALKING WOUNDED: Adelaide's Nathan Bock will miss his third game in a row with a hamstring strain. Kurt Tippett has an ongoing quad complaint, midfielder Nathan van Berlo has had limited preparation for the clash while Scott Thompson missed some of the team's Wednesday training session but the trio are expected to play. For Carlton, Simon Wiggins will have a test his on his tight back while Andrew Carazzo (finger) is 2-3 weeks away. Andrew Walker (shoulder) and Robbie Warnock (foot) are unlikely to play in the first half of the season.
FORM: The best and worst of Adelaide's game was on show at the Gabba last weekend. The Crows dominated the Lions but wasted opportunities to take a 10-point lead into half-time. The Lions lifted after the break and the visitors had no response, eventually losing by 36 points. It's their third loss in a row and leaves them on the edge of the pack with a 3-5 record. Carlton, which holds a 4-4 record, was more convincing in Round 8, preying on an undermanned Collingwood. The Blues jumped out of the blocks with a 5.1 to 0.4 first quarter and were never headed in an impressive team display. It was a much-needed victory for Brett Ratten's boys who had lost to Fremantle and Hawthorn in previous weeks.
WHO'S HOT: Crows onballer David Mackay continues to impress when his team-mates are struggling for consistency. He collected 13 kicks and 17 handballs against the Lions and is one of the few players willing to play on at all costs. Chris Judd, Bryce Gibbs and Marc Murphy are always running hot so for a change let's add Heath Scotland to the discussion. The former Magpie picked up 25 possessions against his old side last week and showed some courageous acts which will please any Blues supporter.
WE THINK: It's not panic stations at West Lakes just yet but surely Adelaide is feeling under the pump this week. They've lost three games in a row, are in unfamiliar territory in 12th position, have a spluttering forward line and are missing their best defender in Bock. In the Crows' favour, they've won their past five games against the Blues and this week is a milestone game - Andrew McLeod becomes the club's games record holder on Saturday. Carlton punished Collingwood with its midfield engine purring nicely while its attack, in contrast to the Crows, always has the potential to kick a big score. Brendan Fevola will be pumped up for a big match after having a stinker last week. Everything points to a big Carlton victory but this is a crunch game Adelaide just can't afford to lose. The Crows to do it for Macca and their supporters who've yet to see a victory at AAMI Stadium. Adelaide by one point.
HEAD TO HEAD: Played: 26, Adelaide 12, Carlton 14
LAST TIME: Adelaide 13.16 (94) def. Carlton 12.14 (86), Round 18 at AAMI Stadium, 2008.
WALKING WOUNDED: Adelaide's Nathan Bock will miss his third game in a row with a hamstring strain. Kurt Tippett has an ongoing quad complaint, midfielder Nathan van Berlo has had limited preparation for the clash while Scott Thompson missed some of the team's Wednesday training session but the trio are expected to play. For Carlton, Simon Wiggins will have a test his on his tight back while Andrew Carazzo (finger) is 2-3 weeks away. Andrew Walker (shoulder) and Robbie Warnock (foot) are unlikely to play in the first half of the season.
FORM: The best and worst of Adelaide's game was on show at the Gabba last weekend. The Crows dominated the Lions but wasted opportunities to take a 10-point lead into half-time. The Lions lifted after the break and the visitors had no response, eventually losing by 36 points. It's their third loss in a row and leaves them on the edge of the pack with a 3-5 record. Carlton, which holds a 4-4 record, was more convincing in Round 8, preying on an undermanned Collingwood. The Blues jumped out of the blocks with a 5.1 to 0.4 first quarter and were never headed in an impressive team display. It was a much-needed victory for Brett Ratten's boys who had lost to Fremantle and Hawthorn in previous weeks.
WHO'S HOT: Crows onballer David Mackay continues to impress when his team-mates are struggling for consistency. He collected 13 kicks and 17 handballs against the Lions and is one of the few players willing to play on at all costs. Chris Judd, Bryce Gibbs and Marc Murphy are always running hot so for a change let's add Heath Scotland to the discussion. The former Magpie picked up 25 possessions against his old side last week and showed some courageous acts which will please any Blues supporter.
WE THINK: It's not panic stations at West Lakes just yet but surely Adelaide is feeling under the pump this week. They've lost three games in a row, are in unfamiliar territory in 12th position, have a spluttering forward line and are missing their best defender in Bock. In the Crows' favour, they've won their past five games against the Blues and this week is a milestone game - Andrew McLeod becomes the club's games record holder on Saturday. Carlton punished Collingwood with its midfield engine purring nicely while its attack, in contrast to the Crows, always has the potential to kick a big score. Brendan Fevola will be pumped up for a big match after having a stinker last week. Everything points to a big Carlton victory but this is a crunch game Adelaide just can't afford to lose. The Crows to do it for Macca and their supporters who've yet to see a victory at AAMI Stadium. Adelaide by one point.
Q4 32:11 -
The Crows have run out 44 point winners against a very disappointing Carlton outfit.
Q4 32:10 -
GOAL CROWS - Porplyzia marks the ball 50m from goal as the siren sounds. He runs in and kicks a goal.
Q4 30:15 -
GOAL CROWS - Knights demands a high five after kicking his fifth of the game, from the spill of the ruck contest.
Q4 29:45 -
The Crows have a chance to kick the last goal of the game, with the ball situated deep in their forward line.
Q4 28:30 -
Another big game for Edwards with 31 possessions.
Q4 27:45 -
BEHIND BLUES - Robinson gives it over to Fevola who kicks a point, on the run.
Q4 26:30 -
GOAL BLUES - Nick Stevens has a shot from 55m out and kicks it well, for his second goal of the game.
Q4 24:45 -
GOAL CROWS - Vince marks the ball 40m from goal, directly in front. He drills it through for his second, to extend the Crows lead to 39 points.
Q4 24:00 -
Hampson takes Thompson high, in the centre of the ground, as the Crows reload.
Q4 23:30 -
McLeod goes off the ground for a well earned rest.
Q4 21:45 -
Armfield delivers a shocker of a pass to Yarran, as he is dispossessed.
Q4 21:00 -
The Crows will win this one, ended their streak of losses.
Q4 19:30 -
Nick Stevens has had 28 disposals today, one of the few shining lights for Carlton.
Q4 18:00 -
GOAL CROWS - Knights gets his hands onto the ball, slams it onto the boot and kicks his 4th of the match.
Q4 17:45 -
The Crows rush the ball down to the forward line, as Tippett spills the mark.
Q4 16:00 -
Will the Crows attempt to shut the game down?
Q4 14:45 -
GOAL BLUES - Fevola with a wonderful second effort, as the ball ends up with Murphy, who kicks around his body and goals.
Q4 13:45 -
BEHIND BLUES - Wiggins marks the ball 45m from goal. He kicks and hits the post. The Crows lead by a comfortable 33 points.
Q4 13:00 -
BEHIND BLUES - Murphy runs inside the 50, kicks a bouncing ball towards goal, but hits the post.
Q4 12:45 -
The Blues are running out of time, if they want to rescue this game.
Q4 11:15 -
Symes looks to be playing on, as Simpson goes to grab him. The umpire gives away a 50m penalty against Simpson.
Q4 10:30 -
BEHIND BLUES - Armfield kicks to the Fevola lead, who marks 45m from goal. He sprays it to the right.
Q4 09:15 -
BEHIND CROWS - Mackay takes a run, he approaches the 50, has a shot, but hits the post.
Q4 08:00 -
BEHIND CROWS - Dangerfield takes a strong mark in front of Jamison, 25m from goal. He kicks it into the mark for a behind.
Q4 06:45 -
GOAL CROWS - Dangerfield marks the ball 30m from goal. He goes back and slots it through. Adelaide are 34 points up.
Q4 05:45 -
Vince tries to bustle his way through, but Austin meets him strongly. Ball up yells the umpire, 20m from Adelaide's goal.
Q4 04:15 -
BEHIND CROWS - Porplyzia takes the spill, kicks on the right boot and kicks a rare behind, by his standards.
Q4 03:00 -
GOAL BLUES - Fevola pulls off a miracle as he kicks the ball over his shoulder to kick his first goal of the match.
Q4 02:00 -
The Crows mean business, as they regain the form of the first half.
Q4 00:45 -
GOAL CROWS - Reilly steals the ball from Hampson, kicks towards the big sticks and gets it. Adelaide by 33.
Q4 00:00 -
The ball is raised up in the air, as the siren sounds to start the final quarter.
Q3 32:48 -
Three quarter time at AAMI Stadium, as the Crows hang onto a 27 point lead, as the Blues look to come home with the wind.
Q3 32:15 -
BEHIND CROWS - Walker marks the ball 40m from goal. He goes back and shanks it.
Q3 32:00 -
Can the Crows get one before 3/4 time?
Q3 30:30 -
GOAL BLUES - Fevola kicks it deep into the forward line, Johncock punches it out, but as far as N Stevens who kicks and goals.
Q3 29:15 -
Austin crashes into Goodwin after taking the mark 50m from goal. He is lucky that it wasn't 50. Goodwin kicks a point.
Q3 27:45 -
The Crows turn the ball over across half forward, but the Blues give it back to them.
Q3 26:45 -
BEHIND CROWS - Walker roosts the ball from 55m, but kicks it to the left for a point.
Q3 25:30 -
BEHIND CROWS - Doughty marks the ball just outside 50. He pumps it long, but it goes off hands for a behind.
Q3 23:45 -
BEHIND BLUES - The Crows turn the ball over to Murphy, who spots Fevola on the lead. He marks 30m from goal. He stabs at the ball to kick a point.
Q3 22:30 -
Browne kicks the ball towards Betts, but has two to beat and the Crows clear.
Q3 21:00 -
If the Blues can kick another couple before 3/4 time, we will be set up for a cracker final quarter.
Q3 19:45 -
GOAL BLUES - Browne kicks towards the Fevola lead. He cannot mark it, but kicks it off the ground to Murphy, who goals. Carlton are within 30 points.
Q3 18:15 -
Knights kicks around his body, but kicks it out on the full.
Q3 16:45 -
Gibbs pushes Stevens out of the contest, as he kicks it back into the forward half.
Q3 15:30 -
Thompson is penalised for holding the ball, as Judd takes the kick. He puts it inside 50.
Q3 14:30 -
BEHIND BLUES - Wiggins takes the ball from the throw in, has a shot and hits the post.
Q3 13:15 -
BEHIND BLUES - Stevens unloads from 57m, but hits the post for a point. Adelaide still lead by 37 points.
Q3 12:00 -
GOAL BLUES - Kreuzer is held onto and is given another free kick, 35m from goal. He goes back and continues the Carlton revival.
Q3 11:15 -
Do the Crows know that Carlton are coming?
Q3 09:45 -
GOAL BLUES - Kreuzer is pushed out of the ruck contest. He has a free kick 40m from goal. He kicks it well and goals. Carlton trail by 44 points.
Q3 09:00 -
Murphy is taken high, in the pocket, but the umpire lets it go.
Q3 07:30 -
BEHIND CROWS - Porplysia dribbles the ball towards goal, as Jamison taps it through for a rushed behind.
Q3 06:15 -
GOAL BLUES - Thornton, with the quick handpass to Betts, who kicks a goal from the square. The Blues are on the board, with their first major.
Q3 05:30 -
Judd kicks the ball into the forward pocket, but Fevola is kept out of the contest.
Q3 04:45 -
Kreuzer takes a strong mark in the middle of the ground.
Q3 03:30 -
Armfield kicks into the forward line, but cannot find a target, as the Crows are away.
Q3 01:45 -
GOAL CROWS - Jamison holds onto Walker and is given the free kick 30m from goal directly in front. He kicks a goal.
Q3 00:45 -
Browne, in defence, cuts off the supply to Goodwin, by taking a mark.
Q3 00:00 -
The ruckmen are in position, the ball is slammed into the turf. We are under way for the third term.
Q2 30:01 -
The siren sounds for half-time and the Crows have kept the Blues goal-less, as they lead by 49 points at the main break.
Q2 28:30 -
The Crows are now playing the clock down. They have the Blues on the ropes.
Q2 27:00 -
GOAL CROWS - Vince marks the ball, 50m out directly in front. He sends it home as the crowd go wild. Adelaide by 49 points.
Q2 25:30 -
Johncock kicks a high ball into the 50, but nobody is home for the Crows, as Thornton marks.
Q2 24:15 -
Carlton clear the ball from defence, through Bower, but turn it over in the middle of the ground.
Q2 23:00 -
Bower is one of very few Carlton players that can hold his head up high.
Q2 21:45 -
It is worth noting that Carlton are kicking with the breeze, this quarter.
Q2 20:00 -
Adelaide are away once more, as they continue to exact their plan, to leave the Blues goal-less, in the first half.
Q2 18:45 -
BEHIND BLUES - Murphy takes a shot at goals, but it just bounces the wrong way for a behind.
Q2 17:45 -
Hampson takes a goal saving mark in defence and sends it down to the Robinson direction.
Q2 16:15 -
GOAL CROWS - Knights marks the ball 15m out, directly in front. He kicks an easy goal. The Crows extend their lead to 44 points.
Q2 15:15 -
BEHIND CROWS - Walker has a shot at goals, but does not have the carry as the Blues defence rush it through.
Q2 14:00 -
Hampson is starting to have an influence in the ruck.
Q2 12:45 -
BEHIND BLUES - Simpson spots Fevola on the lead, as he marks it 50m from goal. Carlton need this one badly, but aren't going to get it, as he hits the post.
Q2 11:15 -
GOAL CROWS - Knights kicks into an open forward line, as it takes one bounce and into goals it goes.
Q2 10:30 -
Judd is being blanketed by Doughty. He is struggling to have an impact in the match.
Q2 09:15 -
Hampson gets the hitout, but cannot get clear possession, as the ball goes over the boundary once more.
Q2 07:30 -
GOAL CROWS - Knights marks the ball 45m from goal. He jogs in and kicks it beautifully.
Q2 06:30 -
Waite is back on the bench, but is still receiving treatment.
Q2 04:45 -
GOAL CROWS - Otten takes the ball, unleashes from 55m and kicks a goal. Adelaide by 26 points.
Q2 03:30 -
BEHIND CROWS - Dangerfield takes another wild shot at goal and kicks his third behind of the game.
Q2 02:00 -
The Blues are starting to recover from their early onslaught.
Q2 00:30 -
Fevola infringes on Goodwin, after taking the mark, 50m penalty.
Q2 00:00 -
The ball is bounced to start the second term, as the Blues take the ball out of the centre.
Q1 28:23 -
The siren sounds to end the first quarter and the Crows hold a handy 19 point lead, at the first break.
Q1 27:45 -
BEHIND CROWS - Reilly marks the ball, from just outside 50, he has a shot and hits the post.
Q1 25:15 -
Fevola has a shot at goal from 75m, he has the distance, but not the accuracy, as it goes out on the full.
Q1 24:30 -
The Blues look shell shocked, as they try to recover from an 18 point defecit.
Q1 23:00 -
Judd sends the ball inside 50 towards Fevola, but could not get to it, as the Crows mop up in defence.
Q1 21:30 -
GOAL CROWS - Porplyzia marks the ball 30m from goal, directly in front. He runs in and kicks a goal.
Q1 20:45 -
Bad news for the Blues as Waite hyper extends his left knee. It did not look pretty.
Q1 19:30 -
Dangerfield has the ball, looks for an option to give it off to, nobody is there, as he is slung to the ground. Holding the ball, free kick to the Blues in defence.
Q1 18:15 -
Fevola gives the ball to Russell, who attempts to return it, but misses Fevola and over the boundary it goes.
Q1 17:00 -
BEHIND BLUES - Fevola marks 45m from goal. He goes back, starts it left and it stays left.
Q1 15:45 -
BEHIND BLUES - Kreuzer is held onto, he shoots from 40m, but the wind takes it and it goes through for a behind.
Q1 15:00 -
Are they Blues mounting a comeback?
Q1 13:00 -
BEHIND CROWS - Doughty gives the ball to Maric, who looks at the sticks, but it went through for a point.
Q1 10:15 -
GOAL CROWS - Doughty lets loose from 55m and goals. Adelaide lead by 13 points.
Q1 08:30 -
BEHIND CROWS - Dangerfield has another shot at goal, but is again offline.
Q1 07:15 -
The Crows are outplaying the Blues at the moment.
Q1 05:15 -
GOAL CROWS - Gibbs makes a silly error from the kick in, giving it to Tippett, who kicks the easiest of goals.
Q1 04:00 -
BEHIND CROWS - Dangerfield marks the ball 40m from goal. He goes back but kicks a point.
Q1 02:30 -
BEHIND BLUES - Robinson approaches the 50, takes a shot, but puts it to the right.
Q1 01:00 -
Fevola is playing a similar pinch hitting, similar to last week, as he takes possession of the ball in defence.
Q1 00:01 -
The ball is bounced in the middle of the ground as Moran gets first hands to the ball.
Q1 00:00 -
Welcome to AAMI Stadium for the match between Adelaide and Carlton. One late change for Carlton, with Wiggins coming in to replace Scotland. Adelaide go into the match as selected.
The Barracking Box
Preview: Adelaide v Carlton
VENUE & TIME: AAMI Stadium, Saturday 23 May, 3.10pm (AEST)
HEAD TO HEAD: Played: 26, Adelaide 12, Carlton 14
LAST TIME: Adelaide 13.16 (94) def. Carlton 12.14 (86), Round 18 at AAMI Stadium, 2008.
WALKING WOUNDED: Adelaide's Nathan Bock will miss his third game in a row with a hamstring strain. Kurt Tippett has an ongoing quad complaint, midfielder Nathan van Berlo has had limited preparation for the clash while Scott Thompson missed some of the team's Wednesday training session but the trio are expected to play. For Carlton, Simon Wiggins will have a test his on his tight back while Andrew Carazzo (finger) is 2-3 weeks away. Andrew Walker (shoulder) and Robbie Warnock (foot) are unlikely to play in the first half of the season.
FORM: The best and worst of Adelaide's game was on show at the Gabba last weekend. The Crows dominated the Lions but wasted opportunities to take a 10-point lead into half-time. The Lions lifted after the break and the visitors had no response, eventually losing by 36 points. It's their third loss in a row and leaves them on the edge of the pack with a 3-5 record. Carlton, which holds a 4-4 record, was more convincing in Round 8, preying on an undermanned Collingwood. The Blues jumped out of the blocks with a 5.1 to 0.4 first quarter and were never headed in an impressive team display. It was a much-needed victory for Brett Ratten's boys who had lost to Fremantle and Hawthorn in previous weeks.
WHO'S HOT: Crows onballer David Mackay continues to impress when his team-mates are struggling for consistency. He collected 13 kicks and 17 handballs against the Lions and is one of the few players willing to play on at all costs. Chris Judd, Bryce Gibbs and Marc Murphy are always running hot so for a change let's add Heath Scotland to the discussion. The former Magpie picked up 25 possessions against his old side last week and showed some courageous acts which will please any Blues supporter.
WE THINK: It's not panic stations at West Lakes just yet but surely Adelaide is feeling under the pump this week. They've lost three games in a row, are in unfamiliar territory in 12th position, have a spluttering forward line and are missing their best defender in Bock. In the Crows' favour, they've won their past five games against the Blues and this week is a milestone game - Andrew McLeod becomes the club's games record holder on Saturday. Carlton punished Collingwood with its midfield engine purring nicely while its attack, in contrast to the Crows, always has the potential to kick a big score. Brendan Fevola will be pumped up for a big match after having a stinker last week. Everything points to a big Carlton victory but this is a crunch game Adelaide just can't afford to lose. The Crows to do it for Macca and their supporters who've yet to see a victory at AAMI Stadium. Adelaide by one point.
HEAD TO HEAD: Played: 26, Adelaide 12, Carlton 14
LAST TIME: Adelaide 13.16 (94) def. Carlton 12.14 (86), Round 18 at AAMI Stadium, 2008.
WALKING WOUNDED: Adelaide's Nathan Bock will miss his third game in a row with a hamstring strain. Kurt Tippett has an ongoing quad complaint, midfielder Nathan van Berlo has had limited preparation for the clash while Scott Thompson missed some of the team's Wednesday training session but the trio are expected to play. For Carlton, Simon Wiggins will have a test his on his tight back while Andrew Carazzo (finger) is 2-3 weeks away. Andrew Walker (shoulder) and Robbie Warnock (foot) are unlikely to play in the first half of the season.
FORM: The best and worst of Adelaide's game was on show at the Gabba last weekend. The Crows dominated the Lions but wasted opportunities to take a 10-point lead into half-time. The Lions lifted after the break and the visitors had no response, eventually losing by 36 points. It's their third loss in a row and leaves them on the edge of the pack with a 3-5 record. Carlton, which holds a 4-4 record, was more convincing in Round 8, preying on an undermanned Collingwood. The Blues jumped out of the blocks with a 5.1 to 0.4 first quarter and were never headed in an impressive team display. It was a much-needed victory for Brett Ratten's boys who had lost to Fremantle and Hawthorn in previous weeks.
WHO'S HOT: Crows onballer David Mackay continues to impress when his team-mates are struggling for consistency. He collected 13 kicks and 17 handballs against the Lions and is one of the few players willing to play on at all costs. Chris Judd, Bryce Gibbs and Marc Murphy are always running hot so for a change let's add Heath Scotland to the discussion. The former Magpie picked up 25 possessions against his old side last week and showed some courageous acts which will please any Blues supporter.
WE THINK: It's not panic stations at West Lakes just yet but surely Adelaide is feeling under the pump this week. They've lost three games in a row, are in unfamiliar territory in 12th position, have a spluttering forward line and are missing their best defender in Bock. In the Crows' favour, they've won their past five games against the Blues and this week is a milestone game - Andrew McLeod becomes the club's games record holder on Saturday. Carlton punished Collingwood with its midfield engine purring nicely while its attack, in contrast to the Crows, always has the potential to kick a big score. Brendan Fevola will be pumped up for a big match after having a stinker last week. Everything points to a big Carlton victory but this is a crunch game Adelaide just can't afford to lose. The Crows to do it for Macca and their supporters who've yet to see a victory at AAMI Stadium. Adelaide by one point.
Q4 32:11 -
The Crows have run out 44 point winners against a very disappointing Carlton outfit.
Q4 32:10 -
GOAL CROWS - Porplyzia marks the ball 50m from goal as the siren sounds. He runs in and kicks a goal.
Q4 30:15 -
GOAL CROWS - Knights demands a high five after kicking his fifth of the game, from the spill of the ruck contest.
Q4 29:45 -
The Crows have a chance to kick the last goal of the game, with the ball situated deep in their forward line.
Q4 28:30 -
Another big game for Edwards with 31 possessions.
Q4 27:45 -
BEHIND BLUES - Robinson gives it over to Fevola who kicks a point, on the run.
Q4 26:30 -
GOAL BLUES - Nick Stevens has a shot from 55m out and kicks it well, for his second goal of the game.
Q4 24:45 -
GOAL CROWS - Vince marks the ball 40m from goal, directly in front. He drills it through for his second, to extend the Crows lead to 39 points.
Q4 24:00 -
Hampson takes Thompson high, in the centre of the ground, as the Crows reload.
Q4 23:30 -
McLeod goes off the ground for a well earned rest.
Q4 21:45 -
Armfield delivers a shocker of a pass to Yarran, as he is dispossessed.
Q4 21:00 -
The Crows will win this one, ended their streak of losses.
Q4 19:30 -
Nick Stevens has had 28 disposals today, one of the few shining lights for Carlton.
Q4 18:00 -
GOAL CROWS - Knights gets his hands onto the ball, slams it onto the boot and kicks his 4th of the match.
Q4 17:45 -
The Crows rush the ball down to the forward line, as Tippett spills the mark.
Q4 16:00 -
Will the Crows attempt to shut the game down?
Q4 14:45 -
GOAL BLUES - Fevola with a wonderful second effort, as the ball ends up with Murphy, who kicks around his body and goals.
Q4 13:45 -
BEHIND BLUES - Wiggins marks the ball 45m from goal. He kicks and hits the post. The Crows lead by a comfortable 33 points.
Q4 13:00 -
BEHIND BLUES - Murphy runs inside the 50, kicks a bouncing ball towards goal, but hits the post.
Q4 12:45 -
The Blues are running out of time, if they want to rescue this game.
Q4 11:15 -
Symes looks to be playing on, as Simpson goes to grab him. The umpire gives away a 50m penalty against Simpson.
Q4 10:30 -
BEHIND BLUES - Armfield kicks to the Fevola lead, who marks 45m from goal. He sprays it to the right.
Q4 09:15 -
BEHIND CROWS - Mackay takes a run, he approaches the 50, has a shot, but hits the post.
Q4 08:00 -
BEHIND CROWS - Dangerfield takes a strong mark in front of Jamison, 25m from goal. He kicks it into the mark for a behind.
Q4 06:45 -
GOAL CROWS - Dangerfield marks the ball 30m from goal. He goes back and slots it through. Adelaide are 34 points up.
Q4 05:45 -
Vince tries to bustle his way through, but Austin meets him strongly. Ball up yells the umpire, 20m from Adelaide's goal.
Q4 04:15 -
BEHIND CROWS - Porplyzia takes the spill, kicks on the right boot and kicks a rare behind, by his standards.
Q4 03:00 -
GOAL BLUES - Fevola pulls off a miracle as he kicks the ball over his shoulder to kick his first goal of the match.
Q4 02:00 -
The Crows mean business, as they regain the form of the first half.
Q4 00:45 -
GOAL CROWS - Reilly steals the ball from Hampson, kicks towards the big sticks and gets it. Adelaide by 33.
Q4 00:00 -
The ball is raised up in the air, as the siren sounds to start the final quarter.
Q3 32:48 -
Three quarter time at AAMI Stadium, as the Crows hang onto a 27 point lead, as the Blues look to come home with the wind.
Q3 32:15 -
BEHIND CROWS - Walker marks the ball 40m from goal. He goes back and shanks it.
Q3 32:00 -
Can the Crows get one before 3/4 time?
Q3 30:30 -
GOAL BLUES - Fevola kicks it deep into the forward line, Johncock punches it out, but as far as N Stevens who kicks and goals.
Q3 29:15 -
Austin crashes into Goodwin after taking the mark 50m from goal. He is lucky that it wasn't 50. Goodwin kicks a point.
Q3 27:45 -
The Crows turn the ball over across half forward, but the Blues give it back to them.
Q3 26:45 -
BEHIND CROWS - Walker roosts the ball from 55m, but kicks it to the left for a point.
Q3 25:30 -
BEHIND CROWS - Doughty marks the ball just outside 50. He pumps it long, but it goes off hands for a behind.
Q3 23:45 -
BEHIND BLUES - The Crows turn the ball over to Murphy, who spots Fevola on the lead. He marks 30m from goal. He stabs at the ball to kick a point.
Q3 22:30 -
Browne kicks the ball towards Betts, but has two to beat and the Crows clear.
Q3 21:00 -
If the Blues can kick another couple before 3/4 time, we will be set up for a cracker final quarter.
Q3 19:45 -
GOAL BLUES - Browne kicks towards the Fevola lead. He cannot mark it, but kicks it off the ground to Murphy, who goals. Carlton are within 30 points.
Q3 18:15 -
Knights kicks around his body, but kicks it out on the full.
Q3 16:45 -
Gibbs pushes Stevens out of the contest, as he kicks it back into the forward half.
Q3 15:30 -
Thompson is penalised for holding the ball, as Judd takes the kick. He puts it inside 50.
Q3 14:30 -
BEHIND BLUES - Wiggins takes the ball from the throw in, has a shot and hits the post.
Q3 13:15 -
BEHIND BLUES - Stevens unloads from 57m, but hits the post for a point. Adelaide still lead by 37 points.
Q3 12:00 -
GOAL BLUES - Kreuzer is held onto and is given another free kick, 35m from goal. He goes back and continues the Carlton revival.
Q3 11:15 -
Do the Crows know that Carlton are coming?
Q3 09:45 -
GOAL BLUES - Kreuzer is pushed out of the ruck contest. He has a free kick 40m from goal. He kicks it well and goals. Carlton trail by 44 points.
Q3 09:00 -
Murphy is taken high, in the pocket, but the umpire lets it go.
Q3 07:30 -
BEHIND CROWS - Porplysia dribbles the ball towards goal, as Jamison taps it through for a rushed behind.
Q3 06:15 -
GOAL BLUES - Thornton, with the quick handpass to Betts, who kicks a goal from the square. The Blues are on the board, with their first major.
Q3 05:30 -
Judd kicks the ball into the forward pocket, but Fevola is kept out of the contest.
Q3 04:45 -
Kreuzer takes a strong mark in the middle of the ground.
Q3 03:30 -
Armfield kicks into the forward line, but cannot find a target, as the Crows are away.
Q3 01:45 -
GOAL CROWS - Jamison holds onto Walker and is given the free kick 30m from goal directly in front. He kicks a goal.
Q3 00:45 -
Browne, in defence, cuts off the supply to Goodwin, by taking a mark.
Q3 00:00 -
The ruckmen are in position, the ball is slammed into the turf. We are under way for the third term.
Q2 30:01 -
The siren sounds for half-time and the Crows have kept the Blues goal-less, as they lead by 49 points at the main break.
Q2 28:30 -
The Crows are now playing the clock down. They have the Blues on the ropes.
Q2 27:00 -
GOAL CROWS - Vince marks the ball, 50m out directly in front. He sends it home as the crowd go wild. Adelaide by 49 points.
Q2 25:30 -
Johncock kicks a high ball into the 50, but nobody is home for the Crows, as Thornton marks.
Q2 24:15 -
Carlton clear the ball from defence, through Bower, but turn it over in the middle of the ground.
Q2 23:00 -
Bower is one of very few Carlton players that can hold his head up high.
Q2 21:45 -
It is worth noting that Carlton are kicking with the breeze, this quarter.
Q2 20:00 -
Adelaide are away once more, as they continue to exact their plan, to leave the Blues goal-less, in the first half.
Q2 18:45 -
BEHIND BLUES - Murphy takes a shot at goals, but it just bounces the wrong way for a behind.
Q2 17:45 -
Hampson takes a goal saving mark in defence and sends it down to the Robinson direction.
Q2 16:15 -
GOAL CROWS - Knights marks the ball 15m out, directly in front. He kicks an easy goal. The Crows extend their lead to 44 points.
Q2 15:15 -
BEHIND CROWS - Walker has a shot at goals, but does not have the carry as the Blues defence rush it through.
Q2 14:00 -
Hampson is starting to have an influence in the ruck.
Q2 12:45 -
BEHIND BLUES - Simpson spots Fevola on the lead, as he marks it 50m from goal. Carlton need this one badly, but aren't going to get it, as he hits the post.
Q2 11:15 -
GOAL CROWS - Knights kicks into an open forward line, as it takes one bounce and into goals it goes.
Q2 10:30 -
Judd is being blanketed by Doughty. He is struggling to have an impact in the match.
Q2 09:15 -
Hampson gets the hitout, but cannot get clear possession, as the ball goes over the boundary once more.
Q2 07:30 -
GOAL CROWS - Knights marks the ball 45m from goal. He jogs in and kicks it beautifully.
Q2 06:30 -
Waite is back on the bench, but is still receiving treatment.
Q2 04:45 -
GOAL CROWS - Otten takes the ball, unleashes from 55m and kicks a goal. Adelaide by 26 points.
Q2 03:30 -
BEHIND CROWS - Dangerfield takes another wild shot at goal and kicks his third behind of the game.
Q2 02:00 -
The Blues are starting to recover from their early onslaught.
Q2 00:30 -
Fevola infringes on Goodwin, after taking the mark, 50m penalty.
Q2 00:00 -
The ball is bounced to start the second term, as the Blues take the ball out of the centre.
Q1 28:23 -
The siren sounds to end the first quarter and the Crows hold a handy 19 point lead, at the first break.
Q1 27:45 -
BEHIND CROWS - Reilly marks the ball, from just outside 50, he has a shot and hits the post.
Q1 25:15 -
Fevola has a shot at goal from 75m, he has the distance, but not the accuracy, as it goes out on the full.
Q1 24:30 -
The Blues look shell shocked, as they try to recover from an 18 point defecit.
Q1 23:00 -
Judd sends the ball inside 50 towards Fevola, but could not get to it, as the Crows mop up in defence.
Q1 21:30 -
GOAL CROWS - Porplyzia marks the ball 30m from goal, directly in front. He runs in and kicks a goal.
Q1 20:45 -
Bad news for the Blues as Waite hyper extends his left knee. It did not look pretty.
Q1 19:30 -
Dangerfield has the ball, looks for an option to give it off to, nobody is there, as he is slung to the ground. Holding the ball, free kick to the Blues in defence.
Q1 18:15 -
Fevola gives the ball to Russell, who attempts to return it, but misses Fevola and over the boundary it goes.
Q1 17:00 -
BEHIND BLUES - Fevola marks 45m from goal. He goes back, starts it left and it stays left.
Q1 15:45 -
BEHIND BLUES - Kreuzer is held onto, he shoots from 40m, but the wind takes it and it goes through for a behind.
Q1 15:00 -
Are they Blues mounting a comeback?
Q1 13:00 -
BEHIND CROWS - Doughty gives the ball to Maric, who looks at the sticks, but it went through for a point.
Q1 10:15 -
GOAL CROWS - Doughty lets loose from 55m and goals. Adelaide lead by 13 points.
Q1 08:30 -
BEHIND CROWS - Dangerfield has another shot at goal, but is again offline.
Q1 07:15 -
The Crows are outplaying the Blues at the moment.
Q1 05:15 -
GOAL CROWS - Gibbs makes a silly error from the kick in, giving it to Tippett, who kicks the easiest of goals.
Q1 04:00 -
BEHIND CROWS - Dangerfield marks the ball 40m from goal. He goes back but kicks a point.
Q1 02:30 -
BEHIND BLUES - Robinson approaches the 50, takes a shot, but puts it to the right.
Q1 01:00 -
Fevola is playing a similar pinch hitting, similar to last week, as he takes possession of the ball in defence.
Q1 00:01 -
The ball is bounced in the middle of the ground as Moran gets first hands to the ball.
Q1 00:00 -
Welcome to AAMI Stadium for the match between Adelaide and Carlton. One late change for Carlton, with Wiggins coming in to replace Scotland. Adelaide go into the match as selected.
The Barracking Box
224
Kicks
165
109
Marks
80
192
Handballs
183
61
Tackles
64
18
Frees
16
46
Hit Outs
34
3.4
Q1
0.3
8.6
Q2
0.5
9.11
Q3
5.8
15.14
Q4
8.12
Q4 32:11 -
The Crows have run out 44 point winners against a very disappointing Carlton outfit.
Q4 32:10 -
GOAL CROWS - Porplyzia marks the ball 50m from goal as the siren sounds. He runs in and kicks a goal.
Q4 30:15 -
GOAL CROWS - Knights demands a high five after kicking his fifth of the game, from the spill of the ruck contest.
Q4 29:45 -
The Crows have a chance to kick the last goal of the game, with the ball situated deep in their forward line.
Q4 28:30 -
Another big game for Edwards with 31 possessions.
Q4 27:45 -
BEHIND BLUES - Robinson gives it over to Fevola who kicks a point, on the run.
Q4 26:30 -
GOAL BLUES - Nick Stevens has a shot from 55m out and kicks it well, for his second goal of the game.
Q4 24:45 -
GOAL CROWS - Vince marks the ball 40m from goal, directly in front. He drills it through for his second, to extend the Crows lead to 39 points.
Q4 24:00 -
Hampson takes Thompson high, in the centre of the ground, as the Crows reload.
Q4 23:30 -
McLeod goes off the ground for a well earned rest.
Q4 21:45 -
Armfield delivers a shocker of a pass to Yarran, as he is dispossessed.
Q4 21:00 -
The Crows will win this one, ended their streak of losses.
Q4 19:30 -
Nick Stevens has had 28 disposals today, one of the few shining lights for Carlton.
Q4 18:00 -
GOAL CROWS - Knights gets his hands onto the ball, slams it onto the boot and kicks his 4th of the match.
Q4 17:45 -
The Crows rush the ball down to the forward line, as Tippett spills the mark.
Q4 16:00 -
Will the Crows attempt to shut the game down?
Q4 14:45 -
GOAL BLUES - Fevola with a wonderful second effort, as the ball ends up with Murphy, who kicks around his body and goals.
Q4 13:45 -
BEHIND BLUES - Wiggins marks the ball 45m from goal. He kicks and hits the post. The Crows lead by a comfortable 33 points.
Q4 13:00 -
BEHIND BLUES - Murphy runs inside the 50, kicks a bouncing ball towards goal, but hits the post.
Q4 12:45 -
The Blues are running out of time, if they want to rescue this game.
Q4 11:15 -
Symes looks to be playing on, as Simpson goes to grab him. The umpire gives away a 50m penalty against Simpson.
Q4 10:30 -
BEHIND BLUES - Armfield kicks to the Fevola lead, who marks 45m from goal. He sprays it to the right.
Q4 09:15 -
BEHIND CROWS - Mackay takes a run, he approaches the 50, has a shot, but hits the post.
Q4 08:00 -
BEHIND CROWS - Dangerfield takes a strong mark in front of Jamison, 25m from goal. He kicks it into the mark for a behind.
Q4 06:45 -
GOAL CROWS - Dangerfield marks the ball 30m from goal. He goes back and slots it through. Adelaide are 34 points up.
Q4 05:45 -
Vince tries to bustle his way through, but Austin meets him strongly. Ball up yells the umpire, 20m from Adelaide's goal.
Q4 04:15 -
BEHIND CROWS - Porplyzia takes the spill, kicks on the right boot and kicks a rare behind, by his standards.
Q4 03:00 -
GOAL BLUES - Fevola pulls off a miracle as he kicks the ball over his shoulder to kick his first goal of the match.
Q4 02:00 -
The Crows mean business, as they regain the form of the first half.
Q4 00:45 -
GOAL CROWS - Reilly steals the ball from Hampson, kicks towards the big sticks and gets it. Adelaide by 33.
Q4 00:00 -
The ball is raised up in the air, as the siren sounds to start the final quarter.
Q3 32:48 -
Three quarter time at AAMI Stadium, as the Crows hang onto a 27 point lead, as the Blues look to come home with the wind.
Q3 32:15 -
BEHIND CROWS - Walker marks the ball 40m from goal. He goes back and shanks it.
Q3 32:00 -
Can the Crows get one before 3/4 time?
Q3 30:30 -
GOAL BLUES - Fevola kicks it deep into the forward line, Johncock punches it out, but as far as N Stevens who kicks and goals.
Q3 29:15 -
Austin crashes into Goodwin after taking the mark 50m from goal. He is lucky that it wasn't 50. Goodwin kicks a point.
Q3 27:45 -
The Crows turn the ball over across half forward, but the Blues give it back to them.
Q3 26:45 -
BEHIND CROWS - Walker roosts the ball from 55m, but kicks it to the left for a point.
Q3 25:30 -
BEHIND CROWS - Doughty marks the ball just outside 50. He pumps it long, but it goes off hands for a behind.
Q3 23:45 -
BEHIND BLUES - The Crows turn the ball over to Murphy, who spots Fevola on the lead. He marks 30m from goal. He stabs at the ball to kick a point.
Q3 22:30 -
Browne kicks the ball towards Betts, but has two to beat and the Crows clear.
Q3 21:00 -
If the Blues can kick another couple before 3/4 time, we will be set up for a cracker final quarter.
Q3 19:45 -
GOAL BLUES - Browne kicks towards the Fevola lead. He cannot mark it, but kicks it off the ground to Murphy, who goals. Carlton are within 30 points.
Q3 18:15 -
Knights kicks around his body, but kicks it out on the full.
Q3 16:45 -
Gibbs pushes Stevens out of the contest, as he kicks it back into the forward half.
Q3 15:30 -
Thompson is penalised for holding the ball, as Judd takes the kick. He puts it inside 50.
Q3 14:30 -
BEHIND BLUES - Wiggins takes the ball from the throw in, has a shot and hits the post.
Q3 13:15 -
BEHIND BLUES - Stevens unloads from 57m, but hits the post for a point. Adelaide still lead by 37 points.
Q3 12:00 -
GOAL BLUES - Kreuzer is held onto and is given another free kick, 35m from goal. He goes back and continues the Carlton revival.
Q3 11:15 -
Do the Crows know that Carlton are coming?
Q3 09:45 -
GOAL BLUES - Kreuzer is pushed out of the ruck contest. He has a free kick 40m from goal. He kicks it well and goals. Carlton trail by 44 points.
Q3 09:00 -
Murphy is taken high, in the pocket, but the umpire lets it go.
Q3 07:30 -
BEHIND CROWS - Porplysia dribbles the ball towards goal, as Jamison taps it through for a rushed behind.
Q3 06:15 -
GOAL BLUES - Thornton, with the quick handpass to Betts, who kicks a goal from the square. The Blues are on the board, with their first major.
Q3 05:30 -
Judd kicks the ball into the forward pocket, but Fevola is kept out of the contest.
Q3 04:45 -
Kreuzer takes a strong mark in the middle of the ground.
Q3 03:30 -
Armfield kicks into the forward line, but cannot find a target, as the Crows are away.
Q3 01:45 -
GOAL CROWS - Jamison holds onto Walker and is given the free kick 30m from goal directly in front. He kicks a goal.
Q3 00:45 -
Browne, in defence, cuts off the supply to Goodwin, by taking a mark.
Q3 00:00 -
The ruckmen are in position, the ball is slammed into the turf. We are under way for the third term.
Q2 30:01 -
The siren sounds for half-time and the Crows have kept the Blues goal-less, as they lead by 49 points at the main break.
Q2 28:30 -
The Crows are now playing the clock down. They have the Blues on the ropes.
Q2 27:00 -
GOAL CROWS - Vince marks the ball, 50m out directly in front. He sends it home as the crowd go wild. Adelaide by 49 points.
Q2 25:30 -
Johncock kicks a high ball into the 50, but nobody is home for the Crows, as Thornton marks.
Q2 24:15 -
Carlton clear the ball from defence, through Bower, but turn it over in the middle of the ground.
Q2 23:00 -
Bower is one of very few Carlton players that can hold his head up high.
Q2 21:45 -
It is worth noting that Carlton are kicking with the breeze, this quarter.
Q2 20:00 -
Adelaide are away once more, as they continue to exact their plan, to leave the Blues goal-less, in the first half.
Q2 18:45 -
BEHIND BLUES - Murphy takes a shot at goals, but it just bounces the wrong way for a behind.
Q2 17:45 -
Hampson takes a goal saving mark in defence and sends it down to the Robinson direction.
Q2 16:15 -
GOAL CROWS - Knights marks the ball 15m out, directly in front. He kicks an easy goal. The Crows extend their lead to 44 points.
Q2 15:15 -
BEHIND CROWS - Walker has a shot at goals, but does not have the carry as the Blues defence rush it through.
Q2 14:00 -
Hampson is starting to have an influence in the ruck.
Q2 12:45 -
BEHIND BLUES - Simpson spots Fevola on the lead, as he marks it 50m from goal. Carlton need this one badly, but aren't going to get it, as he hits the post.
Q2 11:15 -
GOAL CROWS - Knights kicks into an open forward line, as it takes one bounce and into goals it goes.
Q2 10:30 -
Judd is being blanketed by Doughty. He is struggling to have an impact in the match.
Q2 09:15 -
Hampson gets the hitout, but cannot get clear possession, as the ball goes over the boundary once more.
Q2 07:30 -
GOAL CROWS - Knights marks the ball 45m from goal. He jogs in and kicks it beautifully.
Q2 06:30 -
Waite is back on the bench, but is still receiving treatment.
Q2 04:45 -
GOAL CROWS - Otten takes the ball, unleashes from 55m and kicks a goal. Adelaide by 26 points.
Q2 03:30 -
BEHIND CROWS - Dangerfield takes another wild shot at goal and kicks his third behind of the game.
Q2 02:00 -
The Blues are starting to recover from their early onslaught.
Q2 00:30 -
Fevola infringes on Goodwin, after taking the mark, 50m penalty.
Q2 00:00 -
The ball is bounced to start the second term, as the Blues take the ball out of the centre.
Q1 28:23 -
The siren sounds to end the first quarter and the Crows hold a handy 19 point lead, at the first break.
Q1 27:45 -
BEHIND CROWS - Reilly marks the ball, from just outside 50, he has a shot and hits the post.
Q1 25:15 -
Fevola has a shot at goal from 75m, he has the distance, but not the accuracy, as it goes out on the full.
Q1 24:30 -
The Blues look shell shocked, as they try to recover from an 18 point defecit.
Q1 23:00 -
Judd sends the ball inside 50 towards Fevola, but could not get to it, as the Crows mop up in defence.
Q1 21:30 -
GOAL CROWS - Porplyzia marks the ball 30m from goal, directly in front. He runs in and kicks a goal.
Q1 20:45 -
Bad news for the Blues as Waite hyper extends his left knee. It did not look pretty.
Q1 19:30 -
Dangerfield has the ball, looks for an option to give it off to, nobody is there, as he is slung to the ground. Holding the ball, free kick to the Blues in defence.
Q1 18:15 -
Fevola gives the ball to Russell, who attempts to return it, but misses Fevola and over the boundary it goes.
Q1 17:00 -
BEHIND BLUES - Fevola marks 45m from goal. He goes back, starts it left and it stays left.
Q1 15:45 -
BEHIND BLUES - Kreuzer is held onto, he shoots from 40m, but the wind takes it and it goes through for a behind.
Q1 15:00 -
Are they Blues mounting a comeback?
Q1 13:00 -
BEHIND CROWS - Doughty gives the ball to Maric, who looks at the sticks, but it went through for a point.
Q1 10:15 -
GOAL CROWS - Doughty lets loose from 55m and goals. Adelaide lead by 13 points.
Q1 08:30 -
BEHIND CROWS - Dangerfield has another shot at goal, but is again offline.
Q1 07:15 -
The Crows are outplaying the Blues at the moment.
Q1 05:15 -
GOAL CROWS - Gibbs makes a silly error from the kick in, giving it to Tippett, who kicks the easiest of goals.
Q1 04:00 -
BEHIND CROWS - Dangerfield marks the ball 40m from goal. He goes back but kicks a point.
Q1 02:30 -
BEHIND BLUES - Robinson approaches the 50, takes a shot, but puts it to the right.
Q1 01:00 -
Fevola is playing a similar pinch hitting, similar to last week, as he takes possession of the ball in defence.
Q1 00:01 -
The ball is bounced in the middle of the ground as Moran gets first hands to the ball.
Q1 00:00 -
Welcome to AAMI Stadium for the match between Adelaide and Carlton. One late change for Carlton, with Wiggins coming in to replace Scotland. Adelaide go into the match as selected.
The Barracking Box
224
Kicks
165
109
Marks
80
192
Handballs
183
61
Tackles
64
18
Frees
16
46
Hit Outs
34
3.4
Q1
0.3
8.6
Q2
0.5
9.11
Q3
5.8
15.14
Q4
8.12
Crows crush poor Blues
Adelaide has celebrated Andrew McLeod's record-breaking game and broken a three-match losing streak by beating a slow-starting Carlton by 44 points at AAMI Stadium on Saturday.
The Crows were all over the Blues in an 8.6 to 0.5 first half, were challenged in the third term before bouncing back in the final stanza to win 15.14 (104) to 8.12 (60).
McLeod had a tough day out against a negative Aaron Joseph but was chaired off the ground after becoming the Crows' games record holder with 313 appearances in tri-colours. He takes the record from former Crows captain Mark Ricciuto.
The 32-year-old wasn't the only Crow enjoying the occasion with the team's middle-range players, who've struggled in the past month, lifting for the dual Norm Smith Medallist and their supporters who hadn't witnessed a win this season.
Michael Doughty was a key player for the Crows with his shutdown role on Chris Judd and his 26 possessions, Chris Knights kicked five goals, Andy Otten was cool under pressure while Graham Johncock and Richard Douglas were important in the first half.
And of course Tyson Edwards (32 disposals) and skipper Simon Goodwin (29 touches) were ever reliable.
It was a nightmare away performance for the Blues, who lost Jarrad Waite with a knee injury in the first term, but some of their big name players - Nick Stevens, Matthew Kreuzer and Marc Murphy - lifted in the second half.
But in reality they were never in the hunt.
A poor kick-out by Bryce Gibbs, which was caught by the man on the mark Kurt Tippett, allowed the Crows to get the opening major of the first quarter.
It was an incident that typified the term for both teams with the Crows desperate to get their hands on the footy while the Blues were sloppy with their disposal.
Kicking against the breeze, the home side had 18 inside 50s to Carlton's eight and also got goals from Doughty and Jason Porplyzia.
But for all its dominance, Adelaide only led by 19 points at the first change.
The Crows continued their ascendancy in the second term with the home side making the most of their long range attempts.
Knights kick three goals for the term, including two from outside the arc, while Otten and Bernie Vince also added majors from beyond the 50-metre mark.
It gave Adelaide a commanding 49-point buffer with Neil Craig's boys collecting possessions at will.
In contrast the Blues were woeful, entering their forward 50 just four times for the term and not surprisingly went through the first half goalless.
Brendan Fevola, who struggled to get into the contest, had the best opportunity to break the duck but his long set shot hit the post.
Adelaide got the first goal of the second half but the drought was finally broken for Carlton at the five-minute mark of the third term - Bret Thornton tapped a ball into the path of Eddie Betts in the goal square.
It sparked a revival by the Blues with Kreuzer receiving two free kicks within range while Murphy swooped on some good ground work by Fevola to put his side within striking distance.
The Crows had a few chances to steady the ship but instead an opportunist Nick Stevens major reduced the difference to 27 points at the final change.
The change of ends provided Adelaide with the re-start it needed. Brent Reilly kicked a running major in the opening minute while a previously inaccurate Patrick Dangerfield joined the scorers after taking a mark on the lead.
Carlton didn't give up with a brilliant snap shot from Fevola and a Murphy running major keeping some interest in the game.
But there was just too much work for the Blues to do and in the end it was comfortable result for the Crows.
ADELAIDE: 3.4, 8.6, 9.11, 15.14 (104)
CARLTON: 0.3,0.5,5.8, 8.12 (60)
GOALS: ADELAIDE: Knights 5, Tippett 2, Vince 2, Porplyzia 2,Doughty, Otten, Reilly, Dangerfield
CARLTON: Kreuzer 2, Murphy 2, Stevens 2, Betts, Fevola
BEST: ADELAIDE: Doughty, Otten, Johncock, Edwards, Thompson, Goodwin, Knights, Douglas
CARLTON: Stevens, Murphy, Browne, Bower, Gibbs, Kreuzer
INJURIES: ADELAIDE: -
CARLTON: Waite (left knee)
REPORTS: -
CHANGES: Scotland replaced in the selected side by Wiggins.
UMPIRES: McLaren, Hendrie, Pannell
CROWD: 41,107 at the AAMI STADIUM
The Crows were all over the Blues in an 8.6 to 0.5 first half, were challenged in the third term before bouncing back in the final stanza to win 15.14 (104) to 8.12 (60).
McLeod had a tough day out against a negative Aaron Joseph but was chaired off the ground after becoming the Crows' games record holder with 313 appearances in tri-colours. He takes the record from former Crows captain Mark Ricciuto.
The 32-year-old wasn't the only Crow enjoying the occasion with the team's middle-range players, who've struggled in the past month, lifting for the dual Norm Smith Medallist and their supporters who hadn't witnessed a win this season.
Michael Doughty was a key player for the Crows with his shutdown role on Chris Judd and his 26 possessions, Chris Knights kicked five goals, Andy Otten was cool under pressure while Graham Johncock and Richard Douglas were important in the first half.
And of course Tyson Edwards (32 disposals) and skipper Simon Goodwin (29 touches) were ever reliable.
It was a nightmare away performance for the Blues, who lost Jarrad Waite with a knee injury in the first term, but some of their big name players - Nick Stevens, Matthew Kreuzer and Marc Murphy - lifted in the second half.
But in reality they were never in the hunt.
A poor kick-out by Bryce Gibbs, which was caught by the man on the mark Kurt Tippett, allowed the Crows to get the opening major of the first quarter.
It was an incident that typified the term for both teams with the Crows desperate to get their hands on the footy while the Blues were sloppy with their disposal.
Kicking against the breeze, the home side had 18 inside 50s to Carlton's eight and also got goals from Doughty and Jason Porplyzia.
But for all its dominance, Adelaide only led by 19 points at the first change.
The Crows continued their ascendancy in the second term with the home side making the most of their long range attempts.
Knights kick three goals for the term, including two from outside the arc, while Otten and Bernie Vince also added majors from beyond the 50-metre mark.
It gave Adelaide a commanding 49-point buffer with Neil Craig's boys collecting possessions at will.
In contrast the Blues were woeful, entering their forward 50 just four times for the term and not surprisingly went through the first half goalless.
Brendan Fevola, who struggled to get into the contest, had the best opportunity to break the duck but his long set shot hit the post.
Adelaide got the first goal of the second half but the drought was finally broken for Carlton at the five-minute mark of the third term - Bret Thornton tapped a ball into the path of Eddie Betts in the goal square.
It sparked a revival by the Blues with Kreuzer receiving two free kicks within range while Murphy swooped on some good ground work by Fevola to put his side within striking distance.
The Crows had a few chances to steady the ship but instead an opportunist Nick Stevens major reduced the difference to 27 points at the final change.
The change of ends provided Adelaide with the re-start it needed. Brent Reilly kicked a running major in the opening minute while a previously inaccurate Patrick Dangerfield joined the scorers after taking a mark on the lead.
Carlton didn't give up with a brilliant snap shot from Fevola and a Murphy running major keeping some interest in the game.
But there was just too much work for the Blues to do and in the end it was comfortable result for the Crows.
ADELAIDE: 3.4, 8.6, 9.11, 15.14 (104)
CARLTON: 0.3,0.5,5.8, 8.12 (60)
GOALS: ADELAIDE: Knights 5, Tippett 2, Vince 2, Porplyzia 2,Doughty, Otten, Reilly, Dangerfield
CARLTON: Kreuzer 2, Murphy 2, Stevens 2, Betts, Fevola
BEST: ADELAIDE: Doughty, Otten, Johncock, Edwards, Thompson, Goodwin, Knights, Douglas
CARLTON: Stevens, Murphy, Browne, Bower, Gibbs, Kreuzer
INJURIES: ADELAIDE: -
CARLTON: Waite (left knee)
REPORTS: -
CHANGES: Scotland replaced in the selected side by Wiggins.
UMPIRES: McLaren, Hendrie, Pannell
CROWD: 41,107 at the AAMI STADIUM
224
Kicks
165
109
Marks
80
192
Handballs
183
61
Tackles
64
18
Frees
16
46
Hit Outs
34
3.4
Q1
0.3
8.6
Q2
0.5
9.11
Q3
5.8
15.14
Q4
8.12
Carlton
2
J Russell
3
M Murphy
2.2
4
B Gibbs
5
B Fevola
1.5
5
C Judd
6
K Simpson
8
M Kreuzer
2.1
10
R Hadley
12
M Robinson
0.1
13
C Yarran
15
S Browne
18
P Bower
19
E Betts
1.0
21
M Austin
22
S Hampson
24
N Stevens
2.1
27
D Armfield
30
J Waite
32
B Thornton
34
S Wiggins
0.2
40
M Jamison
45
A Joseph