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Essendon Shines Bright Against Collingwood in AFL Showdown: Live Updates

AFL - AFLW - Collingwood - Essendon - MCG - Ned Long

Exciting showdown between Essendon and Collingwood in an AFL round filled with unexpected twists! Follow the thrilling game highlights here.

In a thrilling AFL round 17 clash, Essendon has taken the lead against Collingwood in a nail-biting match at the MCG. The young Bombers intercepted a crucial kick, turning the game in their favor. The atmosphere is electrifying as both teams fight tooth and nail to secure a victory in front of a massive crowd at the chilly MCG. Jake Stringer's last-minute goal added to the tension, bringing the margin down to less than three goals.

As the game progresses, Essendon seems inspired, putting what fans dub as the 'final nail in the Pies coffin.' Despite a star player breaking a 10-year record, the Bombers show no signs of backing down, showcasing their determination to dominate the field. The intense battle between the Dons and the Pies keeps fans on the edge of their seats, eagerly awaiting the outcome.

In a true showdown of AFL prowess, Essendon and Collingwood engage in a SuperCoach fill-up, demonstrating their top-tier skills to the delight of fans. The Friday night blockbuster proves to be a test of both teams' top-four credentials, with each side pushing their limits to stake their claim on victory.

The game between Essendon and Collingwood highlights the fierce competitiveness and skill of AFL teams, captivating audiences with every twist and turn. Essendon's impressive performance against the reigning premiers proves their mettle in the league, setting the stage for an exciting season ahead.

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AFL round 17 LIVE updates: Bombers fight back to take the lead in ... (WAtoday)

The Collingwood skipper's kick out was intercepted by the young Bomber, giving Essendon another shot on goal. It was a blunder from Moore, but he has been ...

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AFL round 17: Magpies vs Bombers live updates โ€” blog, scores and ... (ABC News)

Defending premiers Collingwood and Essendon are locked in an absorbing encounter in front of a massive crowd at a chilly MCG. Follow live.

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AFL round 17 LIVE updates: Crisp kicks three in three minutes to ... (The Sydney Morning Herald)

Jake Stringer kicked a desperately needed goal for Essendon after the buzzer to draw Collingwood's margin back down to less than three goals. While the Bombers ...

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'Inspired' Bombers put 'final nail in Pies coffin' despite star's 10yr first ... (Fox Sports)

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AFL Live: Dons, Pies engage in SuperCoach fill-up (Herald Sun)

Essendon has a chance to demonstrate its top-four credentials under the spotlight of a Friday night blockbuster against Collingwood.

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AFL round 17 LIVE updates: Can the Magpies pull off another ... (The Age)

Essendon's big second half continues with Peter Wright kicking his second of the night, his side's third this final term. The Bombers now have a five-goal ...

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'Stop Daicos': Bombers expose Collingwood (The Mercury)

Nick Daicos finally had his colours lowered on Friday night as Essendon produced the victory the AFL world had been demanding.

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The injury that wasn't: How Bombers draftee dodged a bullet (AFL)

A suspected ACL looked like derailing Amy Gaylor's AFLW plans, but things took an unexpected turn for the better.

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AFL round 17 LIVE updates: Can the Magpies pull off another ... (Brisbane Times)

Things are looking good for the Bombers now. Two goals in quick succession this final term has made things very hard for the Magpies.

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Final teams named as Pies-Bombers rivalry resumes. LIVE from ... (AFL)

OLD FOES Collingwood and Essendon resurrect their rivalry when they open a huge round 17 at the MCG on Friday night. Mid-season draftee Ned Long will start ...

R17 - Essendon v Collingwood - The Big Statements - The Mongrel ... (The Mongrel Punt)

There was a bit of a feeling in footy circles this week that the Bombers were slipping. I'm sure you would have heard it โ€“ it was mentioned on every ...

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'Harder and fitter': Contender's 'statement' rocks reigning premier ... (Fox Sports)

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