AFL Statement

The AFL advises the Match Review of last night’s Round 15 match has been completed. The following charges have been laid.
 
Charges Laid:
Conor McKenna, Essendon, has been charged with Striking Jeremy Finlayson, GWS GIANTS, during the second quarter of the Round 15 match between Essendon and the GWS GIANTS, played at Marvel Stadium on Thursday June 27.
 
In summary he can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.
 
Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Intentional Conduct, Low Impact and Body Contact. The incident was classified as a $3000 sanction as a first offence. The player can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.
 
Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti, Essendon, has been charged with engaging in Rough Conduct against Jacob Hopper, GWS GIANTS, during the third quarter of the Round 15 match between Essendon and the GWS GIANTS, played at Marvel Stadium on Thursday June 27.

In summary he can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.

Based on the available evidence, the incident was assessed as Careless Conduct, Low Impact and High Contact. The incident was classified as a $3000 sanction as a first offence. The player can accept a $2000 sanction with an early plea.