GEELONG star Bailey Smith has jumped into a tie for the lead in the race for the Sharp EIT Solutions AFLCA Champion Player of the Year Award with one round remaining.
Smith starred again in the Cats' win over Sydney to land seven votes and move onto 94 overall alongside Gold Coast captain Noah Anderson.
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Anderson picked up just one vote after the Suns fell to Greater Western Sydney in round 23.
There were seven perfect 10s as Zac Bailey, Finn Callaghan, Harry McKay, Jack Gunston, Darcy Cameron, Harry Sheezel and Marcus Bontempelli took home maximum votes.
Essendon v St Kilda
9 Andrew McGrath (ESS)
6 Sam Durham (ESS)
6 Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera (STK)
6 Mason Redman (ESS)
2 Marcus Windhager (STK)
1 Cooper Sharman (STK)
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20:09
Mini-Match: Essendon v St Kilda
Extended highlights of the Bombers and Saints clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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06:28
'I thought it was a struggle all night': Lyon
Watch St Kilda’s press conference after round 23’s match against Essendon
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08:13
'We really did take steps forward in a lot of areas': Scott
Watch Essendon’s press conference after round 23’s match against St Kilda
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08:16
Highlights: Essendon v St Kilda
The Bombers and Saints clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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04:26
Last two mins: Bomber’s late shot just misses as Saints hold on
The thrilling final moments between Essendon and St Kilda in round 23
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00:56
‘Very special talent we’re seeing’: Nas stuns stadium with epic major
Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera bursts out of the centre with his trademark speed and nails a remarkable goal on the run to wow the footy world once again
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00:47
‘A lot of stuff went wrong there’: Scott cross after messy goal
Brad Scott is unhappy after a mad scramble eventually leads to a major to Darcy Wilson
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00:52
Bombers suffer yet another blow with key Don subbed out
Essendon can’t catch a break as key defender Jayden Laverde is forced out of the contest with a hip concern
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00:42
‘What are we witnessing?’ Lual’s incredible soccer spells GOTY contender
Luamon Lual submits a late entry for Goal of the Year with an unbelievable effort off the deck that dribbles through beautifully
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01:01
Unwin unleashed: Debutant Bomber on the board
Rhys Unwin is swarmed by teammates after slotting an early goal in his first game of AFL
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00:56
Fireworks early after Higgins gives it to young Bomber
Jack Higgins nails the opening goal of the game and gets stuck into Jayden Nguyen as a scuffle breaks out
Fremantle v Brisbane
10 Zac Bailey (BL)
7 Jaspa Fletcher (BL)
4 Hugh McCluggage (BL)
4 Josh Dunkley (BL)
3 Harris Andrews (BL)
2 Logan Morris (BL)
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20:08
Mini-Match: Fremantle v Brisbane
Extended highlights of the Dockers and Lions clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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08:22
'It's a relief to have that out of the way': Fagan
Watch Brisbane’s press conference after round 23’s match against Fremantle
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10:59
'We'll go over there and give our best shot': Longmuir
Watch Fremantle’s press conference after round 23’s match against Brisbane
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08:11
Highlights: Lions stars stand up in Dockers blitz
The Dockers and Lions clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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00:37
Major injury concerns as star Lions midfielder helped off
Jarrod Berry comes from the field with a suspected dislocated shoulder after this incident
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00:45
Rolling Reid ripper provides the spark as Freo finds hope
Murphy Reid benefits from the turnover and bursts away for a brilliant running finish to cut the margin
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00:37
'Nick Riewoldt moment' stuns all as goal-line calamity piles pain
Josh Treacy runs into an open goal before Ryan Lester applies the late pressure in an unfortunate moment for Fremantle
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00:43
Strong Cam breaks way to bending beauty in tough play
Cam Rayner shakes the tackle and curls a wonderful finish to extend Brisbane's margin
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00:45
Big Treacy goes bang-bang to stop the rot as Freo finds groove
Josh Treacy leads from the front and kicks back-to-back majors to get his side on the board
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00:47
Backwards Bailey hits the no-look reverse in crazy GOTY contender
Zac Bailey finds the footy in traffic and boots an insane over-the-head finish whilst facing away from goal
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00:30
Defender swarmed as rare goal brings big smiles
Ryan Lester boots his first goal since 2023 to make the most of a 50m penalty and his teammates get around him
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00:42
Coach shocked as quick-smart Charlie gets Lions roaring early
Charlie Cameron takes the advantage and bursts to his first major as Justin Longmuir reacts to the play in the coaches box
Gold Coast v Greater Western Sydney
10 Finn Callaghan (GWS)
8 Tom Green (GWS)
6 Sam Taylor (GWS)
2 Matt Rowell (GCFC)
2 Harry Rowston (GWS)
1 Touk Miller (GCFC)
1 Noah Anderson (GCFC)
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20:16
Mini-Match: Gold Coast v GWS
Extended highlights of the Suns and Giants clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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06:42
'Three weeks ago we were the worst team in the comp': Kingsley
Watch GWS’s press conference after round 23’s match against Gold Coast
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08:09
Highlights: Gold Coast v GWS
The Suns and Giants clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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05:40
'I felt we were a metre off all day... There were just so many things we didn’t get right today': Hardwick
Watch Gold Coast’s press conference after round 23’s match against GWS
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01:27
Rowston rises to the moment with career day out
Harry Rowston slots four terrific majors to set up an important win for GWS
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00:28
Sun on the run clips Giant high as home fans get restless
Alex Davies is penalised for clipping Ryan Angwin high in the final term as GWS continues to dominate the contest
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00:52
Toby goes early and pulls down screamer
Giants skipper Toby Greene gets a perfect sit and grab before kicking truly for goal
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00:41
Giant surprises even himself with long-range pearler
Xavier O'Halloran hits it sweet on his left with a terrific goal from distance
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00:46
Suns don't wait Long to find response
Ben Long sneaks home a terrific goal out of the contest for the perfect start in the second term
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00:39
Cogs sneaks home impossible finish for perfect Giants start
Stephen Coniglio slots a brilliant opening goal with a superb snap on his left
Carlton v Port Adelaide
10 Harry McKay (CARL)
8 Sam Walsh (CARL)
6 George Hewett (CARL)
3 Zac Williams (CARL)
2 Patrick Cripps (CARL)
1 Francis Evans (CARL)
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20:12
Mini-Match: Carlton v Port Adelaide
Extended highlights of the Blues and Power clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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09:11
'[McKay] is a difference maker for us - your best players have got to be': Voss
Watch Carlton’s press conference after round 23’s match against Port Adelaide
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05:40
'It’s been a long time coming, but I am glad it’s here now ... because of the challenges this year has put upon us': Hinkley
Watch Port Adelaide’s press conference after round 23’s match against Carlton
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02:08
Harry's back: Blues spearhead slots seven in career-best outing
Harry McKay provides a presence and boots seven goals to equal his career high in an outstanding performance
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08:13
Highlights: Carlton v Port Adelaide
The Blues and Power clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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00:39
Young Blue curls another after captain Crippa's super smother
Flynn Young snaps his second major after Patrick Cripps' brilliant effort to create the turnover
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00:30
Lord hit hard by Wines bump
Carlton's Cooper Lord copped a big hit from Ollie Wines in the second term at Marvel Stadium
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00:38
In-form forwards keep on kicking as margin blows out
Harry McKay sticks a strong contested clunk and drills his fifth major before Francis Evans' second boots Carlton further ahead
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00:47
Crippa's double blow continues clinical Blues half
Patrick Cripps goes forward and drills two second-term majors from a pair of composed Cooper Lord assists
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00:29
Wonderful Whitlock moment brings the spark and the smiles
Jack Whitlock boots his first AFL goal with a lovely strike to delight his teammates and coach Ken Hinkley
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00:33
'Unbelievable' McKay bends crazy one-hand finish in GOTY contender
Harry McKay shows his strength and skill to curl an incredible snap from the ruck to put in a late entry for Goal of the Year
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00:41
Flying Moir and fantastic Frank bring electric Blues start
Ashton Moir juggles an aerial beauty and converts truly before Francis Evans continues his hot form with a cool finish
Hawthorn v Melbourne
10 Jack Gunston (HAW)
7 Dylan Moore (HAW)
4 Max Gawn (MELB)
4 Connor MacDonald (HAW)
2 James Sicily (HAW)
2 Jarman Impey (HAW)
1 Blake Hardwick (HAW)
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20:04
Mini-Match: Hawthorn v Melbourne
Extended highlights of the Hawks and Demons clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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10:42
"It's a pretty special time for him': Mitchell
Watch Hawthorn’s press conference after round 23’s match against Melbourne
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10:40
'In long periods, they just dominated us': Chaplin
Watch Melbourne’s press conference after round 23’s match against Hawthorn
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02:58
Glorious Gunston goes goal-crazy with seven again
Jack Gunston delivers a second seven-goal masterclass for the season, powering past the Demons with a ruthless performance
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08:15
Highlights: Hawthorn v Melbourne
The Hawks and Demons clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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01:10
Breust’s heartwarming goal earns special moment at the ‘G
Luke Breust is met with a rousing ovation from teammates, fans and coach Sam Mitchell after conjuring a major, just days after announcing his retirement at season’s end
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01:41
‘He’s not happy, James Sicily’: Heated scenes at half-time
A host of players become embroiled in a lengthy exchange as the half-time siren sounds, with James Sicily and Harrison Petty at the centre of the action
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00:56
Trac and Clarry connection flickers once again
Christian Petracca and Clayton Oliver link up beautifully to earn a much-needed goal for the Demons
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01:15
Gunston giving Dees a runaround in sizzling start
Jack Gunston gets off to a flyer with two goals, before setting one up for Nick Watson
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00:56
‘He thinks it’s touched’: Moore’s mega opener ticked off
Dylan Moore believes his superb effort takes a touch but is awarded a goal to kickstart the Hawks
Adelaide v Collingwood
10 Darcy Cameron (COLL)
8 Mark Keane (ADEL)
6 Nick Daicos (COLL)
2 Jordan Dawson (ADEL)
2 Josh Worrell (ADEL)
2 Scott Pendlebury (COLL)
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20:15
Mini-Match: Adelaide v Collingwood
Extended highlights of the Crows and Magpies clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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12:52
'I know the belief is there, we know how to win': Nicks
Watch Adelaide’s press conference after round 23’s match against Collingwood
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08:15
'We didn't quite get the four points but we leave here not with our tail between our legs': McRae
Watch Collingwood’s press conference after round 23’s match against Adelaide
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08:15
Highlights: Adelaide v Collingwood
The Crows and Magpies clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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03:39
Last two mins: Pies fall short as Crows see off late push
The thrilling final moments between Adelaide and Collingwood in round 23
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00:51
Of course it’s Daicos: Star Pie sets up grandstand finish
Nick Daicos takes the responsibility off teammate Lachie Schultz and nails an absolute stunner to give Collingwood a huge chance late
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00:56
‘He is a cult figure, this man’: Thilthorpe sends stadium wild
Riley Thilthorpe holds on to a clutch mark late in the final term and pops through the goal to drive the Adelaide faithful into a frenzy
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01:00
‘That is a genuine throw’: Keays hands footy to Crow Cumming through
Adelaide opens the game up with a daring team goal, but commentators question if Ben Keays threw the ball to Isaac Cumming
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01:30
Walker at work: Crows veteran turns contest in second term
Taylor Walker drives Adelaide’s comeback in the second quarter with two goals and an assist
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01:23
‘That’s a disaster on the siren’: Crows fume after costly 50m
Darcy Cameron gives the Pies a huge boost right before the first break as Adelaide concedes a crucial 50m penalty
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00:56
Houston ignores the boos and unleashes typical rocket
Dan Houston cops a hostile reception from the Adelaide crowd but answers with a trademark shot from distance
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00:51
‘Beast of a man’: The Fog lifts mood around Adelaide Oval
Darcy Fogarty reels in a huge contested mark right in front of goal to get the home crowd buzzing
North Melbourne v Richmond
10 Harry Sheezel (NMFC)
8 Luke Davies-Uniacke (NMFC)
5 Paul Curtis (NMFC)
4 Tristan Xerri (NMFC)
2 Colby McKercher (NMFC)
1 Caleb Daniel (NMFC)
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20:07
Mini-Match: North Melbourne v Richmond
Extended highlights of the Kangaroos and Tigers clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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08:43
'We were prepared to win the ball on the inside and feed it to the outside': Clarkson
Watch North Melbourne’s press conference after round 23’s match against Richmond
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07:33
'That third quarter wasn't good enough': Yze
Watch Richmond’s press conference after round 23’s match against North Melbourne
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03:25
Ball-magnet Sheezel equals AFL record in historic performance
Harry Sheezel collects a competition-high 54 disposals and kicks two majors in an outing for the ages
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08:13
Highlights: North Melbourne v Richmond
The Kangaroos and Tigers clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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00:43
Raise the bat Harry: Star Roo’s 50th touch after Rioli almost spoils party
Harry Sheezel reaches his 50th disposal of the match to delight the home crowd after Maurice Rioli jnr initially prevented his milestone with a sensational tackle
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00:42
Matt's moment follows his brother as debutant swarmed
Matt Whitlock reads the drop and drills his first AFL goal, just a day after brother Jack kicked his first career goal for Port Adelaide
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00:45
‘That’s spellbinding’: Roo’s crazy Goal of the Year contender defies logic
Paul Curtis submits a late entry for Goal of the Year with this remarkable effort from the tightest of angles
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00:41
Konstanty impacts twice in seconds as Sheezel shoots true again
Jacob Konstanty finishes the chaotic play before assisting Harry Sheezel's smooth strike just moments later
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01:01
Key Tiger goes down as clean Sheezel is all class
Nick Vlastuin lands awkwardly and comes from the field in the hands of trainers after Harry Sheezel's nice running finish
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00:36
Magic Maurice gets the bend with checkside gem
Maurice Rioli jnr finds a pocket of space and works through a brilliant banana to please his teammates and coach Adem Yze
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00:47
Gun Roo in agony after awkward tangle brings major concerns
Cam Zurhaar is subbed out of the game with an ankle injury following this incident
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00:38
Superb Jy threads the eye as Roos brings the early pressure
Jy Simpkin nails a lovely finish from the angle after North Melbourne creates the forward-half turnover
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00:46
Big Lynch bangs two in a minute in ominous signs
Tom Lynch finishes sweetly from distance before converting a terrific contested mark just seconds later
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00:52
Slick Kangas go coast to coast and Zurhaar makes the most
Cam Zurhaar dribbles a perfect bouncing finish after North Melbourne attacks quickly from full-back
Sydney v Geelong
8 Shannon Neale (GEEL)
7 Shaun Mannagh (GEEL)
7 Bailey Smith (GEEL)
4 Tom Atkins (GEEL)
2 Tom McCartin (SYD)
2 Tyson Stengle (GEEL)
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20:12
Mini-Match: Sydney v Geelong
Extended highlights of the Swans and Cats clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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07:32
Cox post-match, R23: 'That's just about trying to control your emotions and not get frustrated'
Watch Sydney’s press conference after round 23’s match against Geelong
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07:13
Scott post-match, R23: 'That's just not conducive to AFL football'
Watch Geelong’s press conference after round 23’s match against Sydney
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08:13
Highlights: Sydney v Geelong
The Swans and Cats clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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00:18
Big Cat lays out Swan after marking contest
Shannon Neale could come under Match Review Officer scrutiny after this incident involving Jake Lloyd
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00:51
Cats star silences vocal fan with brilliant finish
Tyson Stengle lets a Swans fan know about it after slotting the perfect set shot
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00:37
Stengle all class with pure strength and skill
Tyson Stengle wouldn't be denied with a brilliant solo effort to extend the lead for Geelong
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00:34
Trouble for the superstar? Frustration on show for heated Heeney
Isaac Heeney gives away a free kick for this incident in the second term
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00:45
Miers magic punishes Sydney defensive lapse
Gryan Miers takes a clever advantage before slotting a ripper from the pocket
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01:04
'What?!': Commentators divided on score review call
Did Hayden McLean get a finger on this? The commentators were split
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00:51
Campbell strikes gold as bruising Blakey hit ignites biff
Braeden Campbell continues the hot start for Sydney as Connor O'Sullivan may have a case to answer for a bruising hit on Nick Blakey
Western Bulldogs v West Coast
10 Marcus Bontempelli (WB)
8 Ed Richards (WB)
3 Tim English (WB)
3 Bailey Dale (WB)
2 Tom Liberatore (WB)
2 Bailey Williams (WB)
1 Rhylee West (WB)
1 Sam Davidson (WB)
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20:09
Mini-Match: Western Bulldogs v West Coast
Extended highlights of the Bulldogs and Eagles clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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13:40
'Hopefully we can get a parochial crowd to our game here next Sunday': Beveridge
Watch Western Bulldogs’s press conference after round 23’s match against West Coast
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09:32
'We just want to keep improving and learning the way we want to play': McQualter
Watch West Coast’s press conference after round 23’s match against Western Bulldogs
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08:09
Highlights: Western Bulldogs v West Coast
The Bulldogs and Eagles clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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00:51
West's work-rate is rewarded after terrific tackle and flush
Rhylee West gets on the move and nails his third major after bringing the pressure in the middle
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00:20
Big Bailey flies over Bont and sticks the super sit
Bailey J. Williams gets the ride over Marcus Bontempelli and brings down a huge grab
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00:36
Crafty West has his say after slick Dogs play
Rhylee West works through a fine finish after the Western Bulldogs moves the ball nicely by hand
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00:32
Lethal lefties: Bont and Ed go bang-bang as stars get to work
Ed Richards curls home a cool finish before Marcus Bontempelli fires a trademark strike to extend his side's lead
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01:04
Father-son Dog's second bite is sweet after teammate steals moment
Jordan Croft flies high and snaps his first AFL goal to delight his father Matthew in the stands, just after Aaron Naughton marked his first attempt on the goal line
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00:51
‘Just does everything well’: Big Darcy looking dangerous
Sam Darcy picks up where he left off last week with a couple of strong marks and finishes to kickstart the Dogs
LEADERBOARD
94 Noah Anderson (GCFC)
94 Bailey Smith (GEEL)
93 Nick Daicos (COLL)
90 Jordan Dawson (ADEL)
90 Matt Rowell (GCFC)
87 Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera (STK)
85 Ed Richards (WB)
82 Max Gawn (MELB)
81 Max Holmes (GEEL)