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    AFL Premiership Round 22, 2010
    LIONS Vs SWANS
    Gabba, Saturday 28 August, 7.10pm (AEST)

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    WEATHER
    7c-21c Sunny.

    TEAMS

    Late Changes:
    IN: Rohan, Reid
    OUT: Kennelly, Hannebery

    Brisbane Lions
    B: Jed Adcock, Daniel Merrett, Ashley McGrath
    HB: Pearce Hanley, Brent Staker, Cheynee Stiller
    C: Michael Rischitelli, Daniel Rich, Jack Redden
    HF: James Polkinghorne, Jared Brennan, Luke Power
    F: Todd Banfield, Mitchell Clark, Joel Patfull
    Foll: Matthew Leuenberger, Simon Black, Tom Rockliff
    I/C: Ryan Harwood, Justin Sherman, Albert Proud, Tom Collier
    Emg: Amon Buchanan, James Hawksley, Bryce Retzlaff

    In: Collier, Proud
    Out: Jonathan Brown (groin), Troy Selwood (ribs)

    Sydney Swans

    B: Paul Bevan, Ted Richards, Rhyce Shaw
    HB: Nick Malceski, Heath Grundy, Tadhg Kennelly
    C: Lewis Jetta, Brett Kirk, Jarrad McVeigh
    HF: Daniel Hannebery, Ryan O?Keefe, Josh Kennedy
    F: Trent Dennis-Lane, Adam Goodes, Jesse White
    Foll: Mike Pyke, Jude Bolton, Kieren Jack
    I/C: Martin Mattner, Brett Meredith, Jarred Moore, Nick Smith
    Emg: Gary Rohan, Sam Reid, Patrick Veszpremi

    In: O?Keefe, Moore
    Out: Shane Mumford (knee), Gary Rohan

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    Head to Head: Brisbane Lions 21 wins, Sydney Swans 19 wins, one draw

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    PREVIEW

    The Sydney Swans will look to conjure up a win against the Lions, and further their chances in the finals, and hopefully delay Captain Brett Kirk and Coach Paul Roos' final farewell matches.
    This game has nothing in it for the Brisbane boys, and they will be playing for pride alone, looking to give their loyal home fans a win, after a dismal and disappointing season, one with much expectation thrust upon them. Although they do have an opportunity to dictate where Sydney end up on the ladder, and who and where they play in the first week of finals. This factor should motivate Sydney, and complacency shouldn't be an issue.

    This time last year, it was the Lions playing the Swans at their home ground, battling it out for a home final, in what truly was an exciting game. Round 6 saw these two teams last meet, with the Swans holding off a Lion's final quater fightback, to prevail by 20 points. If recent history is anything to go by, fans should expect a fiery contest, and one which will be decided by a close margin. This was just the second loss in the Lions season, and was the beginning of their horror season which we have so far witnessed.

    Sydney come into this game after an impressive 44 point drubbing of a lifeless Western Bulldogs outfit, to back up their impressive victory over Fremantle. The Lions have won two of their last three games, after winning their first game in Melbourne for the year against Essendon, and effectively slamming the door on Matthew Knights' coaching career at Windy Hill in the process. As mentioned before, Sydney will look to wrap up the home final, and Brisbane will look to gain some confidence going into season 2011, and give their fans something to cheer about, and reward them for having to put up with many insipid performances over the course of this year.

    Players To Watch:
    Adam Goodes
    You cannot go past this man. He is the Swan's best player, and when on song, he will destroy you. Is versatile, and can play anywhere on the field. Coming off a great 25 possession game against the Dogs last week, and he will be one of the men the Lions will have to shut down if they are to win.

    Trent Dennis-Lane
    The young lad is reaching great heights, and is coming off his best game, kicking a handy 4 goals against the Dogs. He will prove a handful for the Lion's backmen, as he is small, quick, speedy, and has a good pair of sticky dukes on him. If he can make the most of his opportunites, and put in a performance similar to last week's, it will go a long way in deciding who wins this match.

    Jarred Brennan
    In what will most likely be his last game for the Lions, it will be interesting to see how the young man will go. He is all class and one who will be sadly missed greatly by the Lions. Will he put in one final game of brilliance? Or will he continue to go about it like he does every week? But if he does go with the former, it will be the Lion's four points.

    Why Sydney Can Win:
    Why can't Sydney win would be the more appropriate question. They outdo the Lions in nearly every aspect on the field. They are finalists, they are fired up, they are ready to battle and they have more signifcant reasons to win. It's all about the urgency and will to play for each other. If Sydney go in with a "we're going to win" frame of mind, they'll be shown up. But they are a disciplined side, with much pride in the way the go about it. Dennis-Lane will play a vital role with his speed and goal sneaking, and young Kieren Jack is fast becoming one of the best in and under players in the league. He has will to win the contested ball, and his disposal is entering the "elite" category.

    Why Brisbane Can Win:
    The Lions always have good games with the Swans, and automatically go in with a chance. With the two wins from the past three, this down and out group would of regained some confidence, despite the quality of opposition being quite poor. As mentioned earlier, big games from Brennan and Brown will do wonders for the Lions. But with rumours of Brown missing, Clark will have to be the man for the job. And he can do it too - proving quite valuable against the Crows with 5 goals two weeks ago. The young midfield will have to put in 110%, with Redden, Rich, Harwood and Banfield needing above average games to ensure a Lion's victory. The skill is there, but it's using in matches, and using it consistently which is this team's problem.

    My Prediction:
    The Swans are simply better and have too much importance riding on this game. Don't expect a comfortable victory by any means, but if Brown is out, the result could get into the 30's and 40's. Otherwise, assuming Brown plays, the Lions will put in a contest, but unfortunately for them, finish second in this two-horse race. Sydney will earn 5th position on the ladder, and play 8th at ANZ Stadium next week, giving Brett Kirk and Paul Roos one final farewell from their beloved Sydney fans.

    Thanks to Phil Carapalis of AussieSportsFan for the preview. Check out ASF page for previews on other AFL games being played this round.

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    Vs Brisbane - matchday thread

    I'm kicking off an hour or two early - cos I haven't got to start one of these all season.

    The Hawks result means we HAVE TO WIN.

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    Any news on late changes .... rumour earlier that a youg swan would not play ??

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    Did this rumour have a name?

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    It was in a thread earlier today. Matt79 had it on twitter from Crouch ....
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    The task just got a little more difficult. Tadhg and Hanners out

    BRISBANE LIONS v SYDNEY SWANS
    Brisbane Lions
    B: Jed Adcock, Daniel Merrett, Ashley McGrath
    HB: Pearce Hanley, Brent Staker, Cheynee Stiller
    C: Michael Rischitelli, Daniel Rich, Jack Redden
    HF: James Polkinghorne, Jared Brennan, Luke Power
    F: Albert Proud, Mitchell Clark, Joel Patfull
    Foll: Matthew Leuenberger, Simon Black, Tom Rockliff
    I/C: Ryan Harwood, Justin Sherman, Tom Collier, Todd Banfield

    Changes to the selected side
    Nil

    Sydney Swans
    B: Paul Bevan, Ted Richards, Rhyce Shaw
    HB: Nick Malceski, Heath Grundy, Martin Mattner
    C: Nick Smith, Brett Kirk, Jarrad McVeigh
    HF: Jarred Moore, Ryan O'Keefe, Josh Kennedy
    F: Trent Dennis-Lane, Adam Goodes, Jesse White
    Foll: Mike Pyke, Jude Bolton, Kieren Jack
    I/C: Brett Meredith, Gary Rohan, Sam Reid, Lewis Jetta

    Changes to the selected side
    In: Rohan, Reid
    Out: Daniel Hannebery, Tadhg Kennelly

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    Quote Originally Posted by swansrob View Post
    Did this rumour have a name?
    Daniel Hannebery
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    Quote Originally Posted by 31 hard at it View Post
    Any news on late changes .... rumour earlier that a youg swan would not play ??
    Just came across this on afl.com.au

    Final teams: two Swans out
    By Michael Whiting 5:40 PM Sat 28 August, 2010
    2010 TOYOTA AFL PREMIERSHIP SEASON

    Round 22

    BRISBANE LIONS v SYDNEY SWANS
    Brisbane Lions
    B: Jed Adcock, Daniel Merrett, Ashley McGrath
    HB: Pearce Hanley, Brent Staker, Cheynee Stiller
    C: Michael Rischitelli, Daniel Rich, Jack Redden
    HF: James Polkinghorne, Jared Brennan, Luke Power
    F: Albert Proud, Mitchell Clark, Joel Patfull
    Foll: Matthew Leuenberger, Simon Black, Tom Rockliff
    I/C: Ryan Harwood, Justin Sherman, Tom Collier, Todd Banfield

    Changes to the selected side
    Nil

    Sydney Swans
    B: Paul Bevan, Ted Richards, Rhyce Shaw
    HB: Nick Malceski, Heath Grundy, Martin Mattner
    C: Nick Smith, Brett Kirk, Jarrad McVeigh
    HF: Jarred Moore, Ryan O'Keefe, Josh Kennedy
    F: Trent Dennis-Lane, Adam Goodes, Jesse White
    Foll: Mike Pyke, Jude Bolton, Kieren Jack
    I/C: Brett Meredith, Gary Rohan, Sam Reid, Lewis Jetta

    Changes to the selected side
    In: Rohan, Reid
    Out: Daniel Hannebery, Tadhg Kennelly

    These are the official team lists submitted by clubs 90 minutes before match commencement. They have been verified by the AFL.


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    On a positive with the outs....

    CONGRATULATIONS to Sam Reid playing his first game!
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    Quote Originally Posted by Matt79 View Post
    On a positive with the outs....

    CONGRATULATIONS to Sam Reid playing his first game!
    Imagine he'll play up forward, and Rohan will take Tadhg's position down back.

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    ah @@@@ they were both in my dream team.
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    This is now a must win game. Bl**dy Collingwood. Can you ever rely on them!!!!!
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