The AFL finals series is looking like one of the most hotly contested in recent years, with four teams locked in a battle for top spot on the AFL ladder.

The Adelaide Crows thrilling 15 point win over cross town rivals Port Adelaide sees the Crows just three percentage points behind the swans at the top of the ladder and they have a chance to further cement their place when they take on the Eagles in Perth on Friday night.

Superstar Eddie Betts was again the difference between the sides, booting 5 goals including the match winner in the final minutes and he said after the match the Showdown once again lived up to its reputation as one the of the leagues fiercest rivalries.