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POSTGAME: Rd 08 vs Geelong

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Haven't seen Goody's presser yet, what did he have to say?

I know people will rave about Fritta's goal and yes it was the sealer, but Maxy's goal was just as important. It was brilliant and got the crowd up. Gee I always said when the OX retired it would be a sad day. When Max retires I'll be a blubbering mess. 

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    Just now, Monocology said:

    We're not back yet - but we're getting there.

    Not back from where?

    And what more do you think we need to do to get “there”?

    You don’t think we’re a contender?

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    1 hour ago, binman said:

    Repeat after me Jaded.

    Don't go on the game day thread once the game starts.

    Don't go on the game day thread once the game starts.

    episode 4 insult GIF by Star Wars
     

    just be clear I count myself in the wretched hive. 

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    5 minutes ago, Monocology said:

    We're not back yet - but we're getting there.

    At what point do you consider us ‘back’?

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    17 minutes ago, Dr. Gonzo said:

    Just on Viney he looked dead early in the 2nd and within 10 seconds was up and running it off. He is not human.

    It was a high hit, but because he gets up after twitching on the ground for a while, the commentators just go, oh he's made of steel. He was still hit high.

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    1 minute ago, Demonland said:

     

    “Hats off to Melbourne but I walked under a ladder on Tuesday, Hawkins stubbed his toe and Cameron had a poppy seed stuck in his tooth. We never make excuses but that’s why we lost really. Certainly weren’t outplayed in any way.”

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    3 minutes ago, Demonland said:

     

    Agree with many others. This bloke never gives credit to the opposition. Sore loser. 

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    4 minutes ago, ElDiablo14 said:

    Level 2A?

    I wish. Ground level. We’ve all complained to the MCG staff all year and they don’t care, so I need the club to intervene - as it’s their product that’s being diminished to the point of having no value.

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    Our defenders (including the newbies) and our defensive systems.  The best by how far? …. and we still have Bowser and Salo to return!

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    11 minutes ago, titan_uranus said:

    Not back from where?

    And what more do you think we need to do to get “there”?

    You don’t think we’re a contender?

    Our defence is a strong as ever. Our midfield is not as powerful as it was in 2021, nor our attack anywhere near as potent.

    Weve been found wanting in our forward line the past 2 finals campaigns. If that starts to click and our midfield stays fresh, we’re as good a shot as any. But it’s a long season, with many twists and turns to come. There is also luck which cannot be controlled.

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    I think I peed a little when time stopped for Fritsch's goal.

    Speaking of whom; despite operating in a forward structure alongside some really struggling talls, and having a pretty patchy start to the season that I'm sure Fritsch himself would be disappointed with, he's now sitting on 21 goals 9 behinds, fourth in the Coleman medal behind only Curnow (25), Hogan (24) and McKay (22).

    Nice to see a few of our key players really look like themselves again, most visibly Oliver and Pickett. Petty rediscovered his energy which was a joy to see.

    Still an issue with a long 'tail' of players not really getting into the game as much as they ought to, but hey, we defeated the undefeated despite that, and it is mostly younger players who can find their way or be shuffled as the season reveals its secrets.

    6-2 after eight rounds when I was mentally prepared for an even split by this point of the season. F'n'ay.

    Also, the pancakes were excellent and plentiful.

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    9 minutes ago, Demonland said:

     

    I think travelling all the way from Geelong really put us off. 

    The bus driver was just not good enough 

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    4 minutes ago, Demon Disciple said:

    Our defence is a strong as ever. Our midfield is not as powerful as it was in 2021, nor our attack anywhere near as potent.

    Weve been found wanting in our forward line the past 2 finals campaigns. If that starts to click and our midfield stays fresh, we’re as good a shot as any. But it’s a long season, with many twists and turns to come. There is also luck which cannot be controlled.

    If you set 2021 as the standard you will be disappointed. That season was elite. 

    Do you think we are a contender in 2023 or not?

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    6 minutes ago, Gouga said:

    Agree with many others. This bloke never gives credit to the opposition. Sore loser. 

    Graduated top of class at the Serena Williams school of press conferences.

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    Just now, layzie said:

    Do you all think Danger would have made a difference?

    Sure. Presumably so did our 3 extra days rest.

    Maybe Bowey, Salem or Melksham would have too?

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    It's great seeing the young fellas build confidence and getting better each week. Windsor, McVee, Howes and Woey all putting in good performances. It will be tough at selection soon with Bowey, McAdam, Hunter and Salem not far off a return.

    At this stage I'd swap McAdam for Billings for Carlton next week. 

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    1 hour ago, Red But Mostly Blue said:

    How good is Fritter’s body work. Very few in the league with his smarts as to where to be, but also how to use his body which is particularly significant given he’s not a big guy. Amazing forward. Given credit for sure, but largely unheralded. 

    Spot on  !

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    44 minutes ago, Beetle said:

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    Me watching that Fritsch goal 

     

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    Sara love, you don’t need to tell everyone you don’t know anything about football. If you think this game wasn’t exciting you obviously hate finals. 

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