Richo talks babies and finals footy with Neil Mitchell!

Matthew Richardson says Saturday’s elimination final between Sydney and Essendon could shape the season.

The 3AW Football expert has tipped the Swans for the premiership.

“Nobody other than Hawthorn has beaten them since round 6 and Hawthorn ain’t in the finals,” Richardson pointed out.

“They’re playing incredible football.”

But the Richmond great says the Bombers aren’t without a chance at the SCG.

“They troubled them at the SCG a couple of months ago – Sydney stole that game – so there could be an upset,” he said.

“But I think if the Swans can win that one, I think they can go all the way.”

Richo had only just the left hospital after partner Genevieve gave birth to their first child – Zoey Isabella – at the weekend.

“It’s been an amazing few days,” Richo said.