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Scott says Merrett is even better than he realised

New Essendon coach Brad Scott says captain Zach Merrett, who starred in their one-point win over Richmond, is an even better player than he realised.

AAP · May 20, 2023

Durham the hero as Bombers score dream one-point win

Essendon have broken a 13-game losing streak against Richmond, winning their Dreamtime At The 'G clash by one point with Sam Durham's last-minute goal.

AAP · May 20, 2023

Aaron Judge, Anthony Rizzo homer as Yankees win series opener against Reds

The Yankees are rolling full steam ahead. The Bombers called upon their own friend in the long ball in their 6-2 win Friday night at Great American Ballpark in Cincinnati.

Tribune News Service · May 20, 2023

Magpies, Bombers gear up for monster Anzac Day clash

A huge crowd is expected at the MCG for the traditional Anzac Day clash as Collingwood and Essendon both try to continue their strong starts to the AFL season.

AAP · Apr 23, 2023

Saints' Caminiti, Bombers' Merrett set for AFL tribunal

The AFL tribunal could be set for a long night with St Kilda's Anthony Caminiti to face his striking charge and Essendon captain Zach Merrett to fight his ban.

AAP · Apr 17, 2023

AFL Round-Up: Gather Round is here to stay, Essendon and Adelaide shake up the 2023 season

The inaugural Gather Round gets the AFL's seal of approval, and sets up the rest of the 2023 season with some significant results. We digest the week that was.

ABC News · Apr 16, 2023

Essendon skipper suspended for Collingwood blockbuster

Essendon captain Zach Merrett has been offered a one-match AFL ban for rough conduct after his dangerous tackle on Melbourne's Tom Sparrow.

AAP · Apr 16, 2023

Essendon revival continues with victory over Melbourne

Essendon have claimed their biggest scalp under new coach Brad Scott, downing AFL flag fancies Melbourne by 27 points in their Gather Round clash in Adelaide.

AAP · Apr 15, 2023

Port Adelaide celebrate Gather Round with win over Western Bulldogs, Essendon stun Melbourne

Port Adelaide turn around a last-quarter deficit to beat the Western Bulldogs by 14 points in wet conditions, while Essendon produce a Gather Round upset to stun Melbourne.

ABC News · Apr 15, 2023

Melbourne wary of Bombers gun Jake Stringer

Essendon match-winner Jake Stringer starred with 10 scoring shots from 15 disposals against GWS last week and looms as key to Saturday's contest with Melbourne.

AAP · Apr 14, 2023