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Port Adelaide's Power Play Turns Swans into the AFL's Ugly Ducklings!

Port's sensational 112-point demolition of Sydney leaves Swans' flag hopes in tatters! Catch all the action, stats, and a surprising fact or two!

In a jaw-dropping display of skill and determination, the Port Adelaide Power absolutely demolished the Sydney Swans, crushing them by a staggering 112 points at Adelaide Oval. This defeat marks one of the worst performances for the Swans this season, who were touted as contenders for the premiership. Port Adelaide blew the Swans away right from the beginning, scoring 70 points before Sydney even managed to get on the board, making for a nightmare start for the visitors. With young guns like Mitch Georgiades and Willie Rioli each kicking four goals, the Power showcased precisely why they’re regarded as a force to be reckoned with this season.

Sydney's slow starts have become an alarming trend, and commentators are questioning whether they can recover after such a devastating loss. Mark Ricciuto and Dermott Brereton couldn’t believe their eyes as the scoreboard continued to favour Port, with the Swans left searching for answers. The exceptional performance from Willem Drew further compounded Sydney's misery, as he effectively kept star ball-winner Chad Warner under wraps, limiting him to just 19 touches. Comments from fans and analysts alike labeled Sydney's outing as ‘utterly unacceptable’, raising concern over their title aspirations moving forward.

Moving beyond the scoreboard, the clash highlighted the gap between a seasoned team like Port Adelaide, who are now in contention for the top four, and a flag-hunting Swan squad that seems to falter at crucial moments. But let’s not just focus on the gloomy side for Sydney fans; this match exemplified Port Adelaide's potential, showcasing a depth that could pose a significant challenge to any team in the competition.

As the dust settles on this shocking defeat, a few interesting tidbits emerge. Did you know that this match marked the first time since 2010 that the Sydney Swans have lost by over 100 points? Also, after this crushing encounter, Port Adelaide’s win saw them climb into the top four, reaffirming their goal of contending for the premiership this year. So, while the Swans may be licking their wounds, Port Adelaide is soaring high — and let’s hope their momentum continues into the next rounds of the AFL!