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Richmond star to make comeback in rare VFL appearance

After being struck down by yet another soft-tissue injury, Richmond star Dion Prestia will play the "long game" before returning at AFL level.

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Essendon must stop pining for the past after finding a semblance of stability

The Bombers are on the right path under coach Brad Scott but need to resist the urge to jump at shadows after a crushing defeat to the Bulldogs

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Bombers' Dreamtime record intact as Gresham returns

Jade Gresham's return from injury ensures Essendon have fielded at least one Indigenous player in each of the 21 "Dreamtime at the G'' clashes with Richmond.

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GWS lose young gun, TDK return looms for Blues

GWS onballer Finn Callaghan is set to spend at least a month on the sidelines with a shoulder injury, while Carlton could regain ruck Tom De Koning.

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Essendon legend Hird makes call on coaching future

Not even a provocative statement from a powerful former Essendon president will distract Bombers coach Brad Scott from his mission of reigniting the club.

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'Unflappable' Dog Dale breaks club record in AFL rout

The Western Bulldogs have provided a brutal reality check for Essendon, booting the first nine goals to set up a 91-point demolition of the Bombers.

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Walls rode VFL's tough transition to national league

Robert Walls was a premiership player and coach and later a football commentator who was at the coalface as the AFL became a national competition.

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Bombers' Merrett cleared, stays eligible for Brownlow

Essendon captain Zach Merrett has been cleared for high contact with Sydney defender Nick Blakey late in Saturday's narrow AFL win.

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ACL fears for debutant Hayes in Bombers' thrilling win

Debutant Lewis Hayes is set to become Essendon's fourth season-ending injury after hurting his knee in the Bombers' tense eight-point win over Sydney.

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No Ridley, no problem: Bombers backs ready to step up

With Jordan Ridley sidelined through a hamstring injury, Essendon's other key defenders will have to show they can get the job done against Sydney.

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Bombers to regain midfielder Caldwell for Swans clash

Jye Caldwell will return for Essendon against Sydney, who could welcome Taylor Adams back to their midfield.

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Bombers get positive injury update on Harrison Jones

Essendon coach Brad Scott says the Bombers' character and resilience will be tested by injuries to Harrison Jones, Jordan Ridley and Jade Gresham.

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Bombers fight through injury carnage to edge North

Essendon beat North Melbourne by three points in a thriller but it came at a cost with three players injured at Marvel Stadium.

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Big-game experiences to steel Bombers for future

Essendon defender Archie Roberts says the Bombers' Anzac Day loss to Collingwood was a learning experience as they turn their focus to facing North Melbourne.

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Essendon ruck Goldstein could extend AFL career: coach

Essendon coach Brad Scott believes veteran ruck Todd Goldstein, in his 19th AFL season, could continue to play on after impressing against Collingwood.

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Collingwood’s Big Five outclass Essendon on Anzac Day’s big stage

Daicos brothers, Pendlebury, Sidebottom and Elliott too good for limited Bombers in 16.11 (107) to 10.6 (66) victory

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Refreshed Essendon attack out to give Magpies headaches

With Collingwood skipper Darcy Moore out of the Anzac Day blockbuster, Essendon will hope an attack led by returning gun Kyle Langford can kick a winning score.

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Thirty years on, Anzac Day blockbuster as big as ever

Collingwood and Essendon will face off in their annual Anzac Day fixture 30 years after the game was held for the first time.

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From the Pocket: Anzac Day clash was born amid division but is now a reminder of how sport can bind us

The Collingwood and Essendon blockbuster had a rocky start with a racist on-field incident but in 30 years has grown into a meaningful part of the day

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Bombers turn attention to stopping a Magpie in top Nick

Shutting down red-hot Collingwood star Nick Daicos is a huge challenge for Essendon on Anzac Day, but the Bombers are ready for it.

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Veteran Goldstein ready to grab Bombers' ruck spot

Todd Goldstein, who has been acting as Essendon's ruck coach, will become the No.1 big man following season-ending injuries to Sam Draper and Nick Bryan.

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Bombers turn to 'coach' Goldstein after Draper injury

Veteran ruckman Todd Goldstein will play a key role in Essendon's finals push this year after injuries to fellow big men Sam Draper and Nick Bryan.

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Wright kicks six as Bombers beat Eagles in thriller

Essendon have come from behind to post a two-point win over West Coast, but ruckman Sam Draper suffered a serious achilles tendon injury late in the match.

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Struggling Eagles insist they still love the game

West Coast are 0-5 and possess a woeful percentage of 49.7, but the AFL club's emerging youngsters are doing their best to keep spirits high.

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Essendon salute as winless Melbourne sink into the mire

Essendon have defeated Melbourne by 39 points to leave the struggling Demons in 17th spot without a win this season.

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