‘Country footy’ culture helps Pies turn fortunes
Magpies coach Craig McRae claims the AFL’s biggest club has a “country footy” feel at the moment as he reveals selection plans for Anzac Day.
Magpies coach Craig McRae claims the AFL’s biggest club has a “country footy” feel at the moment as he reveals selection plans for Anzac Day.
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Former Collingwood coach Mick Malthouse took issue with this reaction from current Magpies leader Craig McRae on the sidelines.
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