Opening bounce: 7:50pm (AEST)Venue: MCGTV: Channel 7, Fox FootyLive stream:Kayo Sports, Foxtel Now, Foxtel GoBetting: Demons $1.47, Swans $2.70 (odds viaPlayUp), I/C: C. Salem, J. Harmes, B. Fritsch, T. Sparrow, EMG: T. Bedford, J. Bowey, J. van Rooyen, J. Smith, FOLL: T. Hickey, L. Parker (c), J. Rowbottom, I/C: D. Stephens, L. McDonald, O. Florent, R. Fox, EMG: H. McLean, H. Cunningham, B. Campbell, C. Sinclair. "They've been slaughtered today," Garry Lyon said of Richmond's back six. Six Sydney Swans AFLW players have been rewarded for standout individual campaigns in our inaugural season with nominations for the 2022 AFLW MVP awards. Warner has had a crucial influence too, in just his third and fourth games. Its a different side, its like theyve woken up, three-time premiership Lion Alastair Lynch told Fox Footy. Watch Sydney's press conference after their practice match against Carlton, Braeden Campbell winds up to nail a cracker from the centre square, Lance Franklin dribbles through a classic running snap, Harry Cunningham gathers at pace and nails a slick snap. The Sydney Swans launched their partnership with carsales at a function at the Boathouse in Rose Bay. WebLost 50-122 v St Kilda- R21, 1971, then won 131-59 v North Melbourne- R22, 1971. The opening minute of the third quarter against Adelaide last Saturday was a prime example. Errol Gulden managed a knock-on and then Tom Papley tapped the ball into space before gathering and hitting Lance Franklin on the lead for a mark 30m from goal. Created By 2022 Toyota AFL Premiership Round 3 Western Bulldogs v Sydney Swans Thursday 31 March 2022 1:20 AM (PDT) Marvel Stadium Melbourne 71 9.17 Full Time Bulldogs by 11 60 9.6 Match Centre Click For More Franklin had 10 disposals and kicked a crucial goal in the third term to re-awaken the Bloods and knock over a plucky Crows outfit 17.16 (118) to 12.13 (85). They are ranked 16th for percentage of clearances won and have the AFL's worst differential in scores from stoppages. Its an unexpected blockbuster to kick Saturday off as the Richmond Tigers and Sydney Swans meet at the MCG. The Dogs won their first opening quarter of the season but should have claimed it by more given their dominance with the ball. Will Hayward then won a free kick and goaled to make it nine straight Swans goals and a 19-point lead for Sydney at the final change. The Dogs' 25-point break at half-time was both deserved but not enough. Hear from Swans assistant coach Jarrad McVeigh as he talks about all things 2023 preseason. The 2020 additions of Logan McDonald (pick No.4), Braeden Campbell (No.5) and Errol Gulden (No.32) have all made an immediate impact. Having made some key additions to their squad, the Brisbane Lions must make this years AFL grand final to avoid a disappointing season. Here, he speaks to Mindfull Aus CEO and Founder Matt Runnalls about how he deals with setbacks and managing his own energy levels. 26' Gold Coast kick their first through Darcy MacPherson. Theres been great pressure up the field, which has certainly helped him, but in some one-on-one contests when its just him versus Franklin, hes really held his own.. Apr 3rd, 2021. featured alongside some of Australias most prominent sports journalists. Goals to Jack Riewoldt and Jason Castagna midway through the second term pulled Richmond back into the contest. Hear from Sydney Swans coach John Longmire following Sydney's Round 3 11-point defeat to the Western Bulldogs, The Bulldogs and Swans clash in round three of the 2022 Toyota AFL Premiership Season, Watch Sydney's press conference after round three's match against Western Bulldogs. The superstar forward kicked three goals in the space of 10 minutes, with the third of those goals putting the Swans in front. Sydney dominated inside 50s early, but inaccuracy on goal meant they headed into quarter-time with only an eight-point lead. Try 14-Days Free Now >. Its a nice little reminder that things might be different this year because of the way the game has been played and (Richmond) might have to change the way they play, added Garry Lyon. Obviously missing out last year was disappointing, but Im feeling good, confident and ready to attack the second half of the year.. Sam Wicks picked up a loose ball 40m from the Crows' goal near the boundary line, but immediately looked in-board and kicked to a pack of six players, three from each team, in the middle of the ground. Swans 2.3.15 lead Sun 1.4.10. The Swans had their hearts broken late last week, going down to Fremantle in Perth by just two points. SHOULD THIS GAME HAVE EVEN BEEN PLAYED? A Melbourne teacher has found the answer by bringing his passion for KFC SuperCoach into the classroom. They reduced the lead to under four goals early in the final term and it looked as though a comeback was on the cards, before the Swans lifted, and turned the final term into a goal-for-goal shootout, before kicking the final two to hold on. Harry Himmelberg was a big beneficiary, kicking two first-quarter goals, while Bruhn, Jesse Hogan, Adam Kennedy, Daniel Lloyd and Harry Perryman all contributed. Jordan Lewis added: Both teams have handled it professionally and as a player you understand the world we live in, theres going to be things thrown up that you have to be dealing with.. Photos by Phil Hillyard. C: 27 Justin McInerney, 13 Oliver Florent, 3 Dylan Stephens Came here thinking Sydney could win today, but not like this. Follow it LIVE. Opening bounce: 3:20pm (AEST) WebAt the conclusion of the home-and-away season, West Coast finished second on the AFL ladder behind Adelaide with 17 wins and five losses. "He's an icon of the sport, he's heading for legend status in the Hall of Fame," Brownlow medalist Gerard Healy said on Fox Footy. F: 12 Tom De Koning, 10 Harry McKay, 19 Eddie Betts Hear from John Longmire as he confirms just one change for our match against the Western Bulldogs. McCartin, after being run down a moment ago, now kicks across the face of goal, Close nips in like a sneakthief, marks, goals, and Geelong are now surely out of sight. In an incredibly inaccurate display from the Dogs it was Weightman's efficiency and class that stood out to give the Dogs an 18-point buffer at the final change. But inaccuracy was costly and kept the Swans within reach throughout the 9.17 (71) to 9.6 (60) result. Picture: AFL Photos, Sam Wicks celebrates a goal against Adelaide in round two, 2021. WebTony Lockett is the league record-holder for the most goals kicked in the history of the VFL/AFL, with 1,360 goals in a career of 281 games, starting in 1983 with the St Kilda Josh Kennedy and Luke Parker remain contested ball-winning beasts and the inspirational leaders of a renewed on-ball brigade. Visit the Swanshop to gear up for the season. I dont think it shouldve been pulled at all. WebCarlton v Sydney How will the Swans' leading goal scorer Tom Papley fare when he takes on Carlton, the club he almost joined ahead of the 2020 season? Lance Franklin was matched up on Josh Gibcus and took a mark on the lead early, but missed his shot, with Hugo Ralphsmith scoring at the other end for the Tigers. Sydney become the first professional sporting team to participate in 2018, while its the first time the Rams will march in the parade. Sydney kicked the first goal of the match via Sam Reid, but the free kick he received for holding the man to do so was heavily criticised. The Grand Finalists' campaign would have been in strife with a 0-3 start but Luke Beveridge's men are now on the board as they inflicted the first defeat of Sydney's season. The following is a list of Sydney Swans (formerly South Melbourne Football The Giants clearly had the ascendancy early in the clash, booting nine of the first 12 goals of the match as they thumped the Swans at coalface (+24 contested possessions at half-time). Sydney will be hot favourites to continue their unbeaten start to the season next Thursday when they host Essendon at the SCG, while Richmond will face the stiff task of taking on Port Adelaide at the Adelaide Oval in Round Four. The Swans are not only punishing teams on turnover particularly in their forward half but they're also killing opponents with swift ball movement from the back half. These two sides met at the MCG in round 12, with Sydney the victors by 12 points. How have they gone from a team seemingly stuck in hard-working mediocrity to one that's become the envy of many in the competition? On an unseasonably warm Melbourne afternoon, the Swans turned up the heat on the reigning premiers from the first bounce. The Giants were just as aggressive without the ball, having more tackles than the Swans in the first term. That high pressure game weve seen from Round 1 this year is not there at the moment.. Joel plays a number of different roles for us, were looking forward to having him back in the team.. Parish (34 disposals), Stringer (four goals), Ridley (35 disposals), Hooker (five goals), Merrett (34 disposals), Nick Hind (25) and Devon Smith (26) were fantastic for the Bombers. But that was the only glimmer of hope Leon Camerons side would get. We take a look at how John Longmire has rebuilt the Swans into the AFL's most watchable team. Sydney showed no signs of slowing down from there and continued to dominate in the second half. 1. Picture: AFL Photos, James Rowbottom and Callum Mills celebrate Sydney's win over Brisbane in round one, 2021. Franklin took a great contested mark and slotted a goal to repay his side on the stroke of halftime, with the Swans trailing by 25 points. As four-time premiership Hawk Jordan Lewis pointed out on Fox Footy, all parts of their game werent functioning. 12. After starting the season with a 20-point victory over GWS, the Swans come off a high last week where Lance Franklin kicked four goals and brought up his 1000th goal milestone while Isaac Heeney also impressed with five goals. EMG: 28 Lewis Taylor, 32 James Bell, 36 Joel Amartey, 38 Colin ORiordan The Blues are yet to take a scalp in 2021, with a 0-4 record against the current top eight, and until they get one, pressure will continue to mount on coach David Teague. When the teams meet at the MCG on Saturday afternoon, Hardwick and his Tigers will face a totally different Sydney to the one they encountered last July. It will be great to get back in front of our Melbourne based supporters.. The biggest changes have come outside that. WebTeams Adelaide Crows Brisbane Lions Carlton Collingwood Essendon Fremantle Geelong Cats Gold Coast Suns GWS Giants Hawthorn Kangaroos Melbourne Port Adelaide Richmond St Kilda Sydney Swans West Coast Eagles Western Bulldogs Latest News Features Video Match Replays Matches Ladder Stats Community Play AFL NAB AFL Auskick Juniors FOLL: 18 Callum Sinclair, 26 Luke Parker (c), 12 Josh Kennedy (c) Sydney Collingwoods score of 7.8 (50) the last time they came to the SCG was its lowest of the season as the Sydney defence, led by Paddy McCartin with nine intercept possessions, shone in cutting off the supply into the Pies forward line at a ground they struggled to adjust to. The bodys going alright, Franklin told Fox Footy post-game. Despite winning just five games last year, Longmire ever-so-quietly went about changing the way the Swans played. For the best odds on the game sign up with Aussie bookmaker PlayUp. What they lack there is more than made up for in punishing turnovers. The Sydney Swans have overcome unprecedented pre-game Covid panic and a 35-point deficit to record a statement victory over their cross-town rivals the Giants at Metricon Stadium. (72) win. Captured a great grassroots sporting moment? 1st quarter, 19 minutes remaining: Sydney 1.1 (7) to Collingwood 0.0 (0) Sydney get the first goal of the match, after quickly heading forward and scoring a behind. Yet somehow, they turned a 35-point deficit into a 26-point victory, which now has them well within striking distance of a top-four berth. Get all the latest AFL news, highlights and analysis delivered straight to your inbox with Fox Sports Sportmail.