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The Heat Is On: With seven rounds remaining, the race for a top four spot is the closest it’s ever been, with six sides in the running – but how will it all pan out?

The unpredictability and topsy-turvy results we-ve seen throughout the Hyundai A-League 2008/09 season has made this year-s race for the four finals spots the closest the league-s ever seen.

Although the quality has a way to go, there-s no denying that the entertainment and excitement this year has been the best yet and if it continues, the recent downturn in attendance figures will surely turn. It-s a close race between six teams all vying for the top four spots and, as things stand with seven rounds to go, it-s anyone-s guess who out of the six will be competing in the finals this season.

Eager for the challenge, AFW's Thomas Woodgate takes a look at the top six and what might transpire between now and the end of the season.

To see Thomas' thoughts you'll have to get your copy of Australian Football Weekly from your local newsagent from Thursday.