Thanks to the Essendon and Collingwood football clubs Anzac Day at the MCG is nothing short of awesome. Every year, no matter where the teams are on the AFL ladder and regardless of the final score, come the 25th of April you can be assured that the footy itself will epitomise the spirit of the brave men and women who fought for our rights to collectively enjoy and exercise our freedom. The day itself and the growth it has experienced since its inception would not be the same if it were not the Dons and the Pies. (more…)
The previews below are written by FootyTalk.com.au
Wednesday, April 25
Essendon v Collingwood (MCG) 2:40pm
This game could be as dull as bathwater for most of the footyballing community but for the benefit of those Essendon and Collingwood supporters, I will give a little preview.
The Sherminator’s are back on track with a 3-1 start to the year and the Wobblies wouldn’t be too disappointed with it’s start, given the horrendous injury list it is enjoying at the moment.
There is only one unknown in this match, and that is Alan Didak. Last years B&F winner should play, but given his limited preparation after his knee injury, his ability to perform is the only thing that will alter the natural course of this match. (more…)
Round four was one of mixed fortunes for me personally. The Saints loss saw me kitted out in Bombers gear on air Saturday Night and admitting my love for Courtney Johns but it also saw a return to form in the footy tips. The team of the week is back with two sets of brothers, I take a look ahead to ANZAC Day and a look back at some of my favourite names from footy. (more…)
These two teams have so far been two of the big disappointments of 2007. Richmond is yet to open its account, despite being in the situation where they could have won all three games. Footscray on the other hand has been outplayed significantly in the games it has lost and is struggling.
It’s an understatement to say that this game needs to be won by both teams. The question remains as to how each club might win it. (more…)
Round three of the AFL was another interesting week. My tipping was again spectacularly unsuccessful but by this stage everyone should be getting used to it. As usual I name a team of the week plus I’ll take a look at the issue developing between Des Headland and Adam Selwood and give my take on how rivalry round should be run. (more…)
