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We were rubbish last time out so a big performance is needed. And I believe we will get it. Too many champions in this team not to get a response. Could go either way but I’ll go with my heart which says Dees by 10 points. And good luck JVR. Would be great to see you snag one on debut.

Saints working much harder. Dons lazy and unaccountable

Gresham wasting possessions.

I'm glad Curnow kicked that sealer for Carlton. Would have been a shame if a diabolical umpiring decision had decided the game.

pathetic free kick for dissent. Ump should be ashamed.

I never tire of watching Carlton cough up games.

Docherty is a great kick for goal

Open it anyway Uncle. Life is short.

This is an enjoyable game. Both teams trying to take the game on and having a crack

Larkey is a very good forward. kicked 12 straight for the year so far. Very impressive

I find it very difficult to listen to Dermie. He talks such guff.

Was just about to post the same thing. I think we'll know more after today whether they're tanking or not (i don't think they are btw)

Is it the money that's the issue for you Red? If he proves himself post knee injury then i say bring him in. A proven KPF is worth more than picks and developing youngsters I think even with JT working his magic. And a proven KPF costs. Thats just the reality. My only concern is his fitness. All that said, I'm really looking forward to seeing JVR make his debut. Would be great if he could nail down his spot.

They have some very good players that could become greats in Brayshaw and Young. Sean D'Arcy is a very good ruckman. Jackson of course is super talented. Serong can play. Good defensive players in Cox and Perace. They have the makings of a good team. Add some forwards and they should be contending. Unfortunately for them Bellend has unbalanced the whole list by bringing in Jackson at this point in time and moving on solid role players to do so.

I hate Collingwood but I can't hate Pendlebury.

Short definitely. Hopper maybe. Dusty is close to the end so he'd have to turn back the clock. Broad is a decent defender so would help repel the tide. So overall yes they would be improved but not sure how much difference it would make tonight. Pies bad goal kicking keeping the Tiges in it.

Well if the Tiges aren't capable of giving the pies a game I hope the pies give them a belting.

Pies should have at least 3 more goals but for bad kicking. Tiges hanging on by their fingernails i reckon

3 posters already for the pies. They should be well ahead

Pendles caught HTB. That never happens

gather and finish by bolton outstanding in these conditions

Nothing they can do about it. Players aren't contracted. The women's seasons don't overlap so they can head home to play inter county after the AFLW season is finished. Every so often a promising young male player heads down here which causes some resentment but it's rare. Very few people begrudge these players the opportunity to play professionally. And most end up returning home anyways and have the professional training which is a big advantage. Tadgh Keneally was noticeably fitter and stronger when he went back to win the All-Ireland with Kerry. Likewise, Coor McKenna. He was a big reason Tyrone won the Ireland in '21. So there are also benefits for GAA teams when the Ozzies return.

Surprised TMAc was dropped given Gawn isn't playing but he can have no complaints. I like the unpredictability. Keep the Swans on their toes.

Reckon I’d prefer tiges win this one. Pies building up too much momentum