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GAMEDAY: Rd 23 vs Brisbane

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2 hours ago, Dee Zephyr said:

Had a listen to SEN this morning, they played a bit of Fagan's media conference from yesterday. When asked about Neale and possibly Harmes tagging him I'm sure I heard he said we used questionable tactics to nullify Neale last time we played them. He then mentioned it's up to the umps to watch that sort of stuff. Just what the ump lovers on this forum wanted to hear.

Go Dees!!!

 

As long as they give Oliver and Gawn the same consideration.

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    2 hours ago, Dee Zephyr said:

    Had a listen to SEN this morning, they played a bit of Fagan's media conference from yesterday. When asked about Neale and possibly Harmes tagging him I'm sure I heard he said we used questionable tactics to nullify Neale last time we played them. He then mentioned it's up to the umps to watch that sort of stuff. Just what the ump lovers on this forum wanted to hear.

    Go Dees!!!

     

    Pretty sure he was sooking not long ago about the GC tactics against his forward line which was analysed with behind the goal visions where there was absolutely nothing to be seen. 
    The guy knows if we play anywhere near our best we are a 5 goal better side at any ground.

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    45 minutes ago, Lucifers Hero said:

    Did he add what they and other teams do to Oliver...

    He has played that 'poor Neale' card a few times now this year.  Probably trying to get the umps on side.  He should show more public belief in his team rather than sook.

     

    22 minutes ago, Redleg said:

    Wonder what he would say about Oliver if he was a Lion.

    He is in a wresting match nearly every contest to get free to go after the ball and rarely free kicked.

     

    20 minutes ago, loges said:

    As long as they give Oliver and Gawn the same consideration.

    Listening to it my initial thought was Fagan is trying to manufacture some kind of 'edge' last minute. If our tactics were dodgy back in round 15 he had plenty of time to complain to the umpiring department.

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    If anyone wants a ticket in Bay 222 let me know and I will send to you by SMS.

    Would be our biggest H & A win for a long time if we can pull this off.

    Similar to the games in 1998 against Sydney and Richmond.

     

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    1 minute ago, Jibroni said:

    Would be our biggest H & A win for a long time if we can pull this off.

    Similar to the games in 1998 against Sydney and Richmond.

     

    More recently probably the WCE win in Perth in 2018

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    9 minutes ago, Jibroni said:

    Would be our biggest H & A win for a long time if we can pull this off.

    Similar to the games in 1998 against Sydney and Richmond.

     

     

    7 minutes ago, Glorious Day said:

    More recently probably the WCE win in Perth in 2018

    Round 23, 2021?

    So much 'redemption' and impetus on road to the Premiership, in that after the siren win.

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    4 hours ago, Engorged Onion said:

    Flew into Coolangatta last night, 25 degree day up here. Now, looking out at the sun nudging above the horizon on the Coral Sea at Currumbin 15 storeys up. About to go for a run around Burleigh Heads headland and then a dip. Geez I'm glad to be out of the miserable sodding Victorian weather.

    Way to rub it in mate, jeez! 🤣

    It's a beautiful sunny day in Melbourne today, not a cloud in the sky and sub 10 degrees 🥶

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    20 minutes ago, Lucifers Hero said:

     

    Round 23, 2021?

    So much 'redemption' and impetus on road to the Premiership, in that after the siren win.

    Agree ... that win = 2021 premiership

    Win tonight = 2022 premiership

     

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    42 minutes ago, DeelightfulPlay said:

    Got my red suit on, navy shoes and top... even my red glasses on!  Only 10 hours to go...

    How sweet

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    On the 3.20pm flight to Brissie this afternoon, then to the Pineapple Hotel in Kangaroo Point (gotta love these names) where I'm told the Demon Army will gather pre and post game. Can't wait, go Dees!

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    We go on a 4 game winning streak from tonight and win the flag (I hope).

    Dees by 26+

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    Interested in some DL opinions on what reasons Brisbane are so much better at the Gabba than anywhere else?

    Geelong you can attribute to the dimensions of the ground, but the Gabba is similar in size to the 'G, where the Lions' recent record is terrible.


    4 minutes ago, BigFez said:

    Interested in some DL opinions on what reasons Brisbane are so much better at the Gabba than anywhere else?

    Geelong you can attribute to the dimensions of the ground, but the Gabba is similar in size to the 'G, where the Lions' recent record is terrible.

    For this year it is because they have played weaker teams.

    Haven't looked at prior years.

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    51 minutes ago, Jaded No More said:

    Finals start tonight. 

    Exactly, a loss will be considered a choke of the highest order. We are the reigning premier coming up against a team we’ve had little trouble disposing off in the past. Top 2 is still achievable.

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    I'm watching tonight's match at The Sporting Globe in Richmond.

    Any other D'landers going there tonight? I know WCW isn't ...   😪

     

    1 hour ago, loges said:

    As long as they give Oliver and Gawn the same consideration.

    Oath. 

    Add BB to the list too

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    1 hour ago, Jaded No More said:

    Finals start tonight. 

    Feels like we've been playing finals since the Dogs game at Marvel

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    28 minutes ago, BigFez said:

    Interested in some DL opinions on what reasons Brisbane are so much better at the Gabba than anywhere else?

    Geelong you can attribute to the dimensions of the ground, but the Gabba is similar in size to the 'G, where the Lions' recent record is terrible.

    My theory? 

    Day games are often much more hot and humid than opponent are used to - the lions train in such conditions so that probably gives them some advantage.

    And night games are often slippery with the dew and humidity, and again opponent are not used to those sort of conditions. 

     

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    26 minutes ago, Flower Magic said:

    On the 3.20pm flight to Brissie this afternoon, then to the Pineapple Hotel in Kangaroo Point (gotta love these names) where I'm told the Demon Army will gather pre and post game. Can't wait, go Dees!

    Went to the Pineapple 2018 packed with Demon supporters

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    2 hours ago, Lucifers Hero said:

    Did he add what they and other teams do to Oliver...

    He has played that 'poor Neale' card a few times now this year.  Probably trying to get the umps on side.  He should show more public belief in his team rather than sook.

    As much as it is frustrating to see the attention  that the likes of Oliver and Gawn has received all year it makes me feel proud that Goody never seems to play the ‘woe is me card’ in the public media to try and get the umpires on side.  

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    We'll win comfortably tonight. Not a belting like last time, but 4-5 goals. We've got the wood on Brisbane, and as much as the media want to make out we're in poor form, Brisbane are in the same boat and have stumbled over the line at home against weaker opposition.

    We also travel incredible well and will be on the road again first week of final to play Swans at the SCG. Get it done Dees!

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