‘Dream never left’: Bomber reflects on remarkable debut
There was little to celebrate for Essendon in round 1 but a five-goal debut from a mature-age recruit was one of them
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Cats relief as star goalkicker cleared of internal damage
A huge win over Essendon got even better for Geelong on Sunday morning with news Jeremy Cameron has been released from hospital after complaining of having trouble breathing.
‘Freak’: Rookie’s ‘absurd’ debut stuns AFL
Essendon was demolished by Geelong on Saturday afternoon but a rookie’s senational debut gave fans something to smile about.
‘Driven to be perfect’: Essendon’s diamond in the rough
Kaine Baldwin was once considered the country’s best key forward prospect but his journey to a round 1 debut went on a wild detour
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Barometer: Star Don in hospital
Essendon midfielder David Zaharakis has been admitted to hospital following the Bombers’ win over Brisbane on the weekend and is in doubt for the Good Friday clash with North Melbourne. LATEST INJURY NEWS
Mick: Two clubs further from a flag than Carlton
There is doom and gloom surrounding the Blues this week. But their future is brighter than at least two clubs, according to AFL coaching great Mick Malthouse. See where every club sits on Mick’s premiership clock.
Your say: Readers’ verdict on best players of Round 4
Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti was an obvious pick for best on ground in Essendon’s victory over Brisbane Lions. But who else featured in your votes? See the readers’ verdict on every Round 4 game.
‘Perfect’ Walla rewards Woosha’s faith
Essendon coach John Worsfold held his nerve as early-season calls for Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti to be dropped intensified. His faith was rewarded in the best way possible with a one-man magic show against Brisbane.
Tips: Ralphy’s huge lifetime Carlton call
Carlton has shown glimpses of improvement but the fact remains the Blues are winless with a huge clash against Gold Coast, the surprise packet of the year so far. See who the experts are tipping.
Barometer: Fyfe ruled out of Derby
Fremantle’s chances of grabbing bragging rights from their bitter crosstown rival have taken a dive with the Dockers ruling skipper Nat Fyfe out of Saturday’s Derby. UPDATED AFL INJURY LIST
‘No Scott, you’re wrong’: Tense, emotional moment Goddard split with Saints
Brendon Goddard “bawled my eyes out” as he met with his former coach. Still, Scott Watters thought Goddard was making the “easy decision”. This is how it went down.
Dons back Joe’s rehab drinks
Essendon has no problem with star Joe Daniher having a few beers at the weekend as the injury-troubled star continues his comeback from a calf injury.
Robbo: Hawks with another recruiting masterstroke
Everyone’s heard the hype around Hawthorn recruits Chad Wingard and Tom Scully, but Mark Robinson says there’s an unsung hero the Hawks signed for nothing who is quietly tearing it up. ROBBO’S LIKES AND DISLIKES
‘Battered’ Heppell helps real Dons stand up
The football world had sounded a bit like Eminem recently. Would the real Essendon please stand up? Against Melbourne, the Bombers finally lived up to the hype — and their under-fire captain was at the centre of it.
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