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Key Blues duo sidelined, gun Bomber nears return

Adam Cerra and Matt Cottrell are the latest additions to Carlton's injury list while Essendon's Jordan Ridley could return from a quad strain.

AAP · May 14, 2024

Bombers' red-hot form rewarded in AFL fixture

Essendon have been rewarded for their stellar form with three Friday night games in the next block of AFL fixtures.

AAP · May 14, 2024

Giants rolling up sleeves after Bombers reality check

Condemned to a second-straight loss by Essendon, GWS captain Toby Greene admits his side aren't the finished product ready to claim a premiership just yet.

AAP · May 13, 2024

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Bombers shine after slow start to stun Giants

Essendon have posted their best win of the season, recovering from a slow start to beat GWS by 20 points at Marvel Stadium.

AAP · May 11, 2024

Giants humiliation all in the past for new-look Bombers

The ghosts of last season's huge loss to Greater Western Sydney won't come back to haunt sixth-placed Essendon, Bombers forward Jake Stringer says.

AAP · May 10, 2024

Green, Coniglio will play against Bombers: Kingsley

Moving on from their derby loss, GWS will welcome a massive midfield boost with Tom Green and Stephen Coniglio ready to feature against Essendon.

AAP · May 9, 2024

Bombers delighted with Draper response to telling-off

Sam Draper needs to prove his fitness from a knee injury to play GWS but Essendon coach Brad Scott insists there is no media ban on the charismatic ruckman.

AAP · May 8, 2024

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Yeo injured as Bombers hold off gutsy Eagles

West Coast star Elliot Yeo is facing a stint on the sidelines after injuring his groin in his team's pulsating six-point loss to Essendon.

AAP · May 4, 2024

Outspoken Draper sidelined, Webster back for Saints

Essendon expect Sam Draper to only be sidelined for one week with knee soreness, while West Coast welcome back Harley Reid for Saturday's match in Perth.

AAP · May 2, 2024

Bombers defender McGrath re-signs until 2030

Essendon defender Andrew McGrath says he's keen to remain a one-club player after re-signing with the Bombers until 2030.

AAP · May 2, 2024

Dogs coach Beveridge labels Draper's jibe 'bizarre'

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has labelled a sledge from Essendon ruckman Sam Draper about his future at Whitten Oval as "bizarre".

AAP · May 2, 2024

Bombers coach Scott marvels at 'special' Harley Reid

West Coast young gun Harley Reid has taken the competition by storm this year, and he'll be refreshed against Essendon on Saturday night after his recent rest.

AAP · May 1, 2024

Langford addresses missed shot with Essendon teammates

Essendon coach Brad Scott says he won't "hang players out to dry" after Kyle Langford addressed his crucial missed set shot in an Anzac Day draw.

AAP · Apr 25, 2024

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.

AAP · Apr 25, 2024

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The Guardian - AU · Apr 25, 2024

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

AAP · Apr 24, 2024

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.

AAP · Apr 23, 2024

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.

AAP · Apr 22, 2024

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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AAP · Apr 20, 2024

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.

AAP · Apr 19, 2024

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.

AAP · Apr 19, 2024

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.

AAP · Apr 17, 2024

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.

AAP · Apr 16, 2024

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.

AAP · Apr 12, 2024

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.

AAP · Apr 11, 2024

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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