Essendon have snapped their three-game losing streak
Essendon defeat Fremantle by just seven points after a tense final quarter.
Some interesting umpiring decisions resulted in two quick goals for Freo, creating a narrow margin with just minutes to spare.
But the Bombers survived till the final siren, and, despite a low scoring and rough match, snapped their three-game losing streak.
The boys had a chat with Jake Stringer after the match and discussed the fall out.
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Half-time and Essendon hold the lead over Freo by just three points.
It’s been a low-scoring game with some very average kicking, listen as the boys dissect the first half and talk how this years rule changes have effected game play.
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Fremantle will take on Essendon in their first Melbourne game this season at Marvel Stadium.
Essendon are on the back of a three-game losing streak and a win could keep them within reach of a top eight finish.
The Bomber’s have lost Orazio Fantasia and Devon Smith, who are both out with injury.
Joe Daniher will return from a weeks rest and Mark Begley’s will play his first AFL match since Anzac Day last year, when he suffered a season-ending ACL injury.
For Freo, Travis Colyer and defender Ryan Nyhuis, have been omitted.
Connor Blakely and Taylin Duman will return to the side.
Our commentary team bring you the latest in footy news and preview the game ahead.
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