Veteran midfielder departs Bombers after seven seasons
Bombers midfielder Dylan Shiel has played his last game for the club
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MATCH REVIEW: Pair fined for wrestling, tall Sun charged
The match review findings from Wednesday night's match are in
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'Why can't we do it?': Bombers NGA prospects look to inspire Muslim community
A pair of Essendon NGA prospects want to inspire the future of Australian Muslim athletes
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2:06:36
Match Replay: Gold Coast v Essendon
The Suns and Bombers clash in round 24 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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20:20
Mini-Match: Gold Coast v Essendon
Extended highlights of the Suns and Bombers clash in round 24 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Suns 'got the monkey off' their backs, 'significant' off-season for Bombers
Damien Hardwick is confident the Suns can have an impact in September after booking their first finals berth
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10:15
'I'm really proud of the way our players responded': Hardwick
Watch Gold Coast’s press conference after round 24’s match against Essendon
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10:19
'No doubt we limped to the line': Scott
Watch Essendon’s press conference after round 24’s match against Gold Coast
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08:16
Highlights: Gold Coast v Essendon
The Suns and Bombers clash in round 24 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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00:38
Rioli rocket: Sun back with a bang in massive strike
Daniel Rioli marks his comeback by unleashing a long-range bomb and celebrating in style
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00:36
Bomber bags ripper and goes to thank his skipper
Xavier Duursma weaves through heavy traffic to earn a superb goal, following captain Zach Merrett's relentless pursuit of the footy
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00:39
'That's a horrible head-on collision': Brutal clash downs Bomber
Todd Goldstein clashes heads with teammate Xavier Duursma as things go from bad to worse for Essendon
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00:27
Rowell rocks and rolls after siren sizzler
Matt Rowell crumbs the spillage to perfection before dancing past a Bomber and landing a ripper right as the siren sounds
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Final teams in for Suns-Bombers clash. Follow LIVE from 7.20pm AEST
Follow all the action from the closing match of the home and away season
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TEAMS: Suns welcome back stars, Dons lose forward
The teams are in for Wednesday night's clash between Gold Coast and Essendon
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1:58:40
Match Replay: Essendon v Carlton
The Bombers and Blues clash in round 24 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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20:17
Mini-Match: Essendon v Carlton
Extended highlights of the Bombers and Blues clash in round 24 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Voss still 'holding onto hope' over TDK decision, Bombers limp to finish line
Carlton coach Michael Voss is all but resigned to losing ruck Tom De Koning over the off-season
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15:07
'We could have been that club that just gave the season away, probably every reason to': Voss
Watch Carlton’s press conference after round 24’s match against Essendon
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10:49
'[Zach Merrett] did what he always does, which is just keep fighting and competing': Scott
Watch Essendon’s press conference after round 24’s match against Carlton
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08:12
Highlights: Essendon v Carlton
The Bombers and Blues clash in round 24 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Blues end horror season on a high as Bombers drop 12th straight game
Carlton has finished a disappointing 2025 season with victory over Essendon
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Kako collects a couple as Bombers burst late
Essendon mounts a final-quarter comeback as Isaac Kako chips in with a pair of goals
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00:46
Nothing wrong with this Wright tap as Guelfi cashes in
Peter Wright provides the perfect assist for Matt Guelfi, who finishes with a sweet dribble kick
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09:20
Why Merrett stayed loyal, what 250 means, and how he’s changed
Dons skipper Zach Merrett on joining so many Essendon greats in the 250-game club, his loyalty to the Bombers and how much longer he hopes to keep playing
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TEAMS: Shiel set to farewell Bombers faithful, Blues veteran overlooked again
The teams are in for Thursday night's clash between Essendon and Carlton at the MCG
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Father-son, Academy 'mortgage' on draft forces clubs into 'aggressive' trades, says Scott
Essendon coach Brad Scott says changes to the father-son and Academy systems are overdue
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Scott says Bombers have put 'best case' to Sam Draper
Essendon is still hopeful ruckman will turn down overtures from Adelaide and Brisbane
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Bombers young gun rewarded with extension after breakout season
The Bombers are rewarding young gun Archie Roberts with an extension after his fine season
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Bombers skipper cleared to return for game 250 after overcoming hand injury
Zach Merrett returns after one week on the sidelines following surgery on his hand
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2:06:32
Match Replay: Essendon v St Kilda
The Bombers and Saints clash in round 23 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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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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Star Saint praised for 'critical moments', Bombers take 'steps forward'
Star Saint Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera earned more praised after a narrow win over the Bombers
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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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Saints hold off Bombers in thriller to extend winning run
The Saints have held on to beat the Bombers in a thriller
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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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‘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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Bombers veteran learns fate in Tribunal 'test case', Crow's ban stands
Dylan Shiel and Rory Laird are both facing the AFL Tribunal on Tuesday night
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03:28Footy FeedFooty Feed
Carlton's footy boss gone, Snoop locked in, Scott's tribunal whack
Footy Feed: Laura Spurway with the latest news
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2:07:00
Match Replay: Geelong v Essendon
The Cats and Bombers clash in round 22 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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20:16
Mini-Match: Geelong v Essendon
Extended highlights of the Cats and Bombers clash in round 22 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Shiel shove leaves MRO facing 'interesting' friendly fire dilemma
Dylan Shiel has a nervous wait after shoving Mark O'Connor into oncoming traffic where he collided with Luamon Lual
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08:16
Highlights: Geelong v Essendon
The Cats and Bombers clash in round 22 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Jezza helps Cats steady late after spirited Bombers challenge
Geelong fights off a plucky Essendon to secure a 44-point win
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00:33
Oh wow, O’Sullivan: Young Cat clunks sky-high speccy
Connor O’Sullivan shows his tremendous potential with a super mark over Archer May
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00:47
Milestone Miers finally finds his magic touch
Gryan Miers nails a typically flashy goal in his 150th game of AFL after a couple of uncharacteristic misses
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00:39
McMahon means business with terrific third
Liam McMahon continues to impress with a slick third goal on an otherwise tough night for the Bombers
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00:54
Bruised Luamon: Don flipped backwards in sickening landing
Luamon Lual is left sore after a nasty mid-air incident, flipping backwards in a contest that could have ended far worse
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2:04:27
Match Replay: Sydney v Essendon
The Swans and Bombers clash in round 21 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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20:27
Mini-Match: Sydney v Essendon
Extended highlights of the Swans and Bombers clash in round 21 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Onus on Swans players to find motivation, Cox says
How Sydney finishes the rest of a dead rubber season is up to the players, according to coach Dean Cox
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09:19
'We do have to quite consciously work on the morale of our group': Scott
Watch Essendon’s press conference after round 21’s match against Sydney
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07:50
'I didn't find it tough to get motivated, it's probably a question you ask of the players': Cox
Watch Sydney’s press conference after round 21’s match against Essendon
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08:12
Highlights: Sydney v Essendon
The Swans and Bombers clash in round 21 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Swans see off Bombers challenge in wet and wild scrap
Sydney has defeated Essendon by 14 points on Saturday afternoon
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00:28
Blakiston keeps cool to score maiden major
Lachlan Blakiston kicks his first AFL goal at an important stage in the game to keep Essendon in the hunt
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00:51
Kako bursts past to nail one on the run
Isaac Kako runs into an open goal with his typical explosiveness and clean ground-ball work
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00:24
'He actually misses it!': Swan's savage blunder in goal square
Caiden Cleary squanders one of the easiest opportunities in front of goal by completely missing the footy with his boot
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01:13
Play paused for groundsman to fix hole in unusual scenes
An unexpected surface concern prompts a brief delay in play, with a groundsman stepping in to smooth things over
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00:32
Gulden touch: Errol drives home gold in game 100
Errol Gulden is swarmed by teammates as he registers a fantastic major in his 100th game
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Bombers still hopeful as 'big call' looms for free agent
Brad Scott remains hopeful free agent Sam Draper will stay at the Bombers
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Final fixture announcement close on Suns, Bombers clash
Andrew Dillon says date of delayed Opening Round game will be decided in next week or two
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Dreams realised: Your club's last win with a goal after the siren
Check out the last time your club won, and lost, with a goal after the siren
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2:06:51
Match Replay: Essendon v Western Bulldogs
The Bombers and Bulldogs clash in round 20 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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20:13
Mini-Match: Essendon v Western Bulldogs
Extended highlights of the Bombers and Bulldogs clash in round 20 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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'Devastating' blow for key Bomber, big Dogs praised after demolition
Jordan Ridley has likely strained his hamstring in another injury blow for the Bombers defender
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08:12
Highlights: Bulldogs stun undermanned Bombers in thumping win
The Bombers and Bulldogs clash in round 20 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Bulldogs boost finals chances as forwards fire in belting of Bombers
The Bulldogs have run riot in an emphatic win over the Bombers
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Cracking Kako controls stubborn footy for fine finish
Isaac Kako gathers a hot football and slots a ripper to give Essendon fans one to cheer
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00:54
McMahon makes an impact with tidy double
Liam McMahon converts both his opportunities in the first quarter to provide a bright spot in Essendon's forward line
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Bombers coach fears for rucks, calls for sub rule to be scrapped
Bombers coach Brad Scott wants to see the sub rule scrapped
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Bombers part ways with fitness boss amid injury crisis
Essendon fitness boss Sean Murphy's contract won't be renewed at the end of the season
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2:03:36
Match Replay: Essendon v GWS
The Bombers and Giants clash in round 19 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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20:06
Mini-Match: Essendon v GWS
Extended highlights of the Bombers and Giants clash in round 19 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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'We triple-teamed him': Bombers powerless to stop midfield beast
Brad Scott says Essendon tried everything possible to quell the influence of Tom Green but he was simply too dominant
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08:06
Highlights: Essendon v GWS
The Bombers and Giants clash in round 19 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Stringer punishes old side as Giants crush wounded Bombers
Greater Western Sydney gets over the line by 48 points against Essendon
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Jumping Jake launches over ex-teammate with cracking hang
Jake Stringer sticks a superb aerial grab over Jayden Laverde and brings a big smile after snapping truly
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00:33
Terrific Tom motors through and flushes it true
Tom Green reads the rove to perfection and bends a slick snap from the stoppage
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00:38
Magic McMahon moment provides timely Bombers spark
Liam McMahon boots his first career goal to get Essendon on the board and his teammates flock to him
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00:38
Max delight: Young Giant's cool curler brings another
Max Gruzewski drills a superb snap in traffic and celebrates in style to extend the margin
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TEAMS: Injury-hit Dons change SIX, Giants veteran returns
The teams are in for Thursday night's clash between Essendon and Greater Western Sydney
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04:44
Dons' injury crisis solution, Bont's contract call, Freo set for boost
Footy Feed: Riley Beveridge with the latest news
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Bombers to revamp medical program amid injury crisis
Essendon's season has been ruined by injuries, prompting the club to investigate and change how it prepares its players
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Bombers to equal Fitzroy's record with 13th debutant
The Bombers will unveil a 13th debutant of the season when they host the Giants
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MATCH REVIEW: Big Bomber charged with rough conduct
The Match Review findings for Saturday's round 18 matches are in
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Scans confirm ACL fears for Martin, midfielder to meet with surgeon
Nic Martin and Will Setterfield will miss the remainder of Essendon's season
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1:56:27
Match Replay: Richmond v Essendon
The Tigers and Bombers clash in round 18 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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20:08
Mini-Match: Richmond v Essendon
Extended highlights of the Tigers and Bombers clash in round 18 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Bombers fear worst for key duo as injury crisis deepens, Yze stoked to win ugly
Nic Martin and Will Setterfield are the latest players to be added to the Bombers' burgeoning injury list
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Scott post-match, R18: 'It's getting hard to deny it's not flattening what's happening at the moment'
Watch Essendon’s press conference after round 18’s match against Richmond
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07:59
Yze post-match, R18: 'We'll take these wins and celebrate them because they're really important'
Watch Richmond’s press conference after round 18’s match against Essendon
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08:07
Highlights: Richmond v Essendon
The Tigers and Bombers clash in round 18 of the 2025 Toyota AFL Premiership Season
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Tigers outwork wounded Bombers to prevail in forgettable scrap
Richmond broke the shackles in the final quarter to edge Essendon by nine points
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Essendon Squad
Andrew
McGrath
Sam
Draper
Darcy
Parish
Kyle
Langford
Elijah
Tsatas
Jye
Caldwell
Captain
Zach
Merrett
Ben
Hobbs
Dylan
Shiel
Isaac
Kako
Jade
Gresham
Will
Setterfield
Nik
Cox
Jordan
Ridley
Jayden
Laverde
Archie
Perkins
Todd
Goldstein
Lewis
Hayes
Kayle
Gerreyn
Peter
Wright
Archie
Roberts
Sam
Durham
Harrison
Jones
Nick
Bryan
Jaxon
Prior
Archer
May
Mason
Redman
Xavier
Duursma
Jye
Menzie
Nate
Caddy
Zach
Reid
Ben
McKay
Alwyn
Davey Jnr
Luamon
Lual
Matt
Guelfi
Angus
Clarke
Nic
Martin
Rhys
Unwin
Vigo
Visentini
Zak
Johnson
Saad
El-Hawli
Jayden
Nguyen
Archer
Day-Wicks
Thomas
Edwards
Lachlan
Blakiston
Oskar
Smartt
Liam
McMahon
