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Bombers, Magpies play out thrilling Anzac Day draw

A snapshot of the 2024 Anzac Day AFL game between Essendon and Collingwood at the MCG, in which both sides had chances to win before settling for a draw.

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Collingwood and Essendon’s Anzac Day draw a tortuous but fitting result

It started and ended with silence as two teams hung their heads and pondered what could have been after a thrilling contest

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Anzac Day clash one out of the top draw for Pies, Dons

Essendon and Collingwood have traded blows in a stunning first Anzac Day draw since 1995, producing a classic in front of 93,644 fans at the MCG.

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Bombers face Anzac Day litmus test against Magpies

Essendon captain Zach Merrett says Anzac Day will show them how far they have come since Collingwood mauled them at the end of last season.

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Bombers welcome back Wright, ponder Anzac Day reshuffle

Essendon will welcome back Peter Wright from suspension for their Anzac Day blockbuster against Collingwood and could go tall at the MCG.

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AFL admits to umpire error in not penalising Draper

Essendon ruckman Sam Draper should have had a crucial free kick paid against him late in the Bombers' thrilling win over Adelaide, the AFL has admitted.

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Bombers won't get carried away with strong start: Scott

Essendon coach Brad Scott says his team is satisfied with a strong start to the AFL season but still has lots of improvement to come.

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Essendon's Martin strikes late to sink Crows

Essendon have kicked the last two goals of the game to pip Adelaide by three points in an AFL thriller at Adelaide Oval.

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Bombers amped for Adelaide return after Power failure

Adelaide Oval holds no fears for a rejuvenated Essendon side as they prepare to face the Crows at the venue, two weeks after being thumped there by the Power.

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No discontent as Bulldogs eye contention: Beveridge

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has dismissed the suggestion there is discontent at the AFL club and is adamant his charges can still contend.

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Bombers overwhelm Dogs in recovery after Power failure

Essendon boast a positive win-loss ledger after kicking 10 of the last 13 goals to run over the top of the Western Bulldogs in a convincing 29-point victory.

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Bulldogs wary of under-fire Bombers' ruck power

The Western Bulldogs are preparing to face a fired-up Essendon and coach Luke Beveridge expects the ruck duel to be pivotal to the AFL clash.

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Execution, not effort, the issue at Essendon: Scott

Brad Scott has backed Essendon's work ethic despite their 69-point thumping by Port Adelaide, insisting other issues were at play in the chastening defeat.

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Bomber Langford condemns Finlayson's homophobic slur

As the AFL ponders its punishment for Jeremy Finlayson over a homophobic slur, Essendon forward Kyle Langford has condemned the Port Adelaide player's actions.

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Bombers handed 'wake-up call' by Rozee-inspired Power

Port Adelaide duo Connor Rozee and Jason Horne-Francis have taught Essendon's midfielders a lesson in a lop-sided Gather Round encounter at Adelaide Oval.

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'Outrageous' skipper powers Port to big win over Dons

Star midfielders Connor Rozee and Jason Horne-Francis were outstanding in Port Adelaide's commanding 69-point home win over Essendon in Gather Round.

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Port's Georgiades to make AFL comeback after year out

Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley says forward Mitch Georgiades will play his first AFL game in over a year against Essendon.

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Saints youngster Windhager offered one-game ban

St Kilda young gun Marcus Windhager has been offered a one-game ban for a high bump on Essendon's Sam Durham.

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Move to half-back has Essendon's Mr Fix-It in great Nic

Essendon's Mr Fix-It Nic Martin has thrived in a move to half-back, but the Bomber has no desire to lock down a permanent role.

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Bombers star Stringer steps up late to sink St Kilda

Essendon star Jake Stringer has kicked the match-winning goal to pull the Bombers over the line against a tired St Kilda at Marvel Stadium.

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Saints prepare for 'fierce' clash against Essendon edge

St Kilda coach Ross Lyon says it's easier said than done to play an on-edge brand of football, as the Saints prepare for Saturday's clash with Essendon.

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Key trio to bolster Bombers, sore Demons named

Gun midfielder Darcy Parish will return for Essendon against St Kilda, while Melbourne have named Jake Lever and Clayton Oliver despite injury scares.

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Bombers won't step away from aggressive edge

Essendon's aggressive approach fell short against Sydney but coach Brad Scott will continue to encourage his players to be fierce in the contest.

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Bombers back Wright ahead of tribunal hearing

Essendon forward Peter Wright will front the AFL Tribunal over a rough conduct charge, but Archie Perkins has declared his teammate is a fair player.

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Saints to challenge King ban at AFL Tribunal

St Kilda spearhead Max King will join Essendon forward Peter Wright at the AFL Tribunal after challenging his one-match ban for rough conduct.

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