Essendon has had to make a last-minute alteration to their lineup for Saturday’s Dreamtime showdown due to midfielder Ben Hobbs nursing a calf injury. Hobbs will be replaced by second-year onballer Elijah Tsatas, following confirmation from the club on Friday. Additionally, rookie Archie Roberts has been drafted into the extended squad as an emergency. Last…
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge is working closely with Tom Liberatore as the midfielder approaches his AFL return. Liberatore had been sidelined indefinitely after suffering a concussion in April during the Bulldogs’ unexpected loss to Hawthorn. Liberatore was accidentally kicked in the head by Conor Nash, raising concerns about his future. This injury occurred during…
Harrison Jones will miss Essendon’s Dreamtime at the ‘G clash this Saturday night against Richmond, as the key forward has been given a one-match suspension for a dangerous tackle on North Melbourne’s Zac Fisher. The incident occurred in the second quarter of Essendon’s 40-point victory, when Jones tackled Fisher with a swinging dump, causing Fisher’s…
Essendon has made a last-minute adjustment to their squad for Sunday’s game against North Melbourne. Senior midfielder Dylan Shiel will make his first appearance of 2024, stepping in for utility player Nik Cox, who is sidelined due to illness. Shiel’s inclusion sees him named in the 23-man squad, while young midfielder Elijah Tsatas joins Nate…
Essendon might see the return of Jordan Ridley for their upcoming clash with North Melbourne in round 10. Ridley, who has been sidelined since sustaining a quad injury during the pre-season and aggravating it in April, has undergone a cautious rehabilitation process. If he completes training without any setbacks, he stands a chance of playing…
Essendon’s Xavier Duursma, who joined the club from Port Adelaide, suffered a quad tear during Thursday’s training session, adding him to the club’s injury list. This setback is expected to keep him off the field for at least four weeks, as confirmed by coach Brad Scott. The 23-year-old has been a valuable asset to the…
Sam Draper has acknowledged experiencing ‘post-podcast anxiety’ following his controversial statements on the 200 Plus Podcast. The Essendon ruckman, who co-hosts the podcast with North Melbourne’s Charlie Comben and journalist Nick Butler, recently shared his views on the Western Bulldogs, suggesting that if Luke Beveridge remains their coach, some players may request trades. While he…
St Kilda will join Essendon in appealing to the Tribunal this week in an effort to clear their key forward for Saturday’s game at Marvel Stadium. Max King, the Saints’ main spearhead, received a one-match suspension for rough conduct during Thursday’s convincing win over Collingwood. The Saints confirmed on Monday their intention to contest the…