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Fremantle
93
Match Complete
Essendon
61
Fourth Quarter | ||||
C. Serong | 24:07 | |||
M. Frederick | 21:24 | |||
19:40 | Z. Merrett | |||
18:12 | J. Menzie | |||
17:36 | P. Wright | |||
9:37 | J. Menzie | |||
L. Henry | 6:55 | |||
3:50 | D. Parish | |||
12.8 (80) | Third Quarter [+] | 6.5 (41) | ||
L. Jackson | 26:08 | |||
L. Schultz | 21:07 | |||
M. Frederick | 19:16 | |||
13:34 | D. Parish | |||
6:51 | J. Stringer | |||
5:25 | J. Stringer | |||
A. Brayshaw | 2:26 | |||
M. Walters | 0:43 | |||
8.7 (55) | Second Quarter [+] | 5.3 (33) | ||
M. Frederick | 30:27 | |||
28:41 | M. Guelfi | |||
L. Jackson | 25:35 | |||
L. Jackson | 22:57 | |||
Rushed | 20:51 | |||
J. Amiss | 16:51 | |||
12:15 | N. Martin | |||
J. Amiss | 9:58 | |||
J. O'Meara | 8:03 | |||
M. Johnson | 6:54 | |||
3:19 | B. Hobbs | |||
J. Treacy | 1:15 | |||
3.3 (21) | First Quarter [+] | 2.3 (15) | ||
Rushed | 27:17 | |||
M. Walters | 26:00 | |||
L. Jackson | 24:06 | |||
18:49 | A. Phillips | |||
S. Switkowski | 13:07 | |||
J. Amiss | 9:16 | |||
8:34 | J. Stringer | |||
7:05 | J. Stringer | |||
S. Darcy | 5:26 | |||
4:20 | J. Caldwell | |||
2:23 | K. Langford |
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Essendon welcome back star midfielder Darcy Parish for their crunch trip west to face Fremantle. Join The Roar for live scores and commentary from 7:25pm (AEST).
The Dockers were dominated by GWS last week and really lacked any sort of drive throughout their 70-point defeat. They lost the clearance, possession and inside 50 count. This week they welcome back Michael Frederick and Sean Darcy to attempt to keep their finals hopes alive.
On the other hand, the Bombers have been in scintillating form. Under the guidance of their astute coach, Brad Scott, the Bombers have developed a fast-paced and high-pressure style of play. With young stars like Archie Perkins and veterans like Jake Stringer showcasing their immense talent, Essendon’s forward line has become a potent scoring machine.
The clash between these two teams will not only be a battle of skill, but also a contest of contrasting game styles. The Dockers’ disciplined and structured approach will aim to neutralise Essendon’s fast-paced attacking game. Meanwhile, the Bombers will look to use their speed and agility to break through Fremantle’s defensive wall.
Expect a hard-fought battle from start to finish. Whether it’s the Dockers’ precision and experience or the Bombers’ youthful exuberance, only time will tell.
Venue: Optus Stadium, Perth
First bounce: 7:25pm (AEST)
TV: Channel 7, Fox Footy
Streaming: Kayo Sports
Betting: Dockers $1.72, Bombers $2.12 – odds via PlayUp
Teams
Fremantle
B: B. Cox, A. Pearce (c), H. Young
HB: J. Clark, L. Ryan, B. Walker
C: L. Henry, C. Serong, M. Frederick
HF: J. Treacy, L. Jackson, M. Walters
F: S. Switkowski, J. Amiss, L. Schultz
R: S. Darcy, A. Brayshaw, N. Fyfe
I/C: J. O’Meara, E. Hughes, N. Erasmus, M. Johnson
EMG: S. Sturt, N. O’Driscoll, K. Worner, B. Banfield
IN: Darcy, Erasmus (R14 sub), Frederick.
OUT: Banfield, O’Driscoll, Sturt.
Essendon
B: A. McGrath, B. Zerk-Thatcher, J. Laverde
HB: K. Langford, J. Ridley, M. Redman
C: N. Martin, Z. Merrett (c), D. Heppell
HF: S. Durham, S. Weideman, W. Snelling
F: M. Guelfi, P. Wright, J. Stringer
R: A. Phillips, D. Parish, J. Caldwell
I/C: B. Hobbs, A. Perkins, J. Kelly, J. Menzie
EMG: N. Cox, N. Hind, N. Bryan, M. D’Ambrosio
IN: Kelly, Parish.
OUT: Draper, Hind.
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