ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 17: Oscar Allen of the Eagles leads his team out during the round one AFL match between Port Adelaide Power and West Coast Eagles at Adelaide Oval, on March 17, 2024, in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images via AFL Photos)
Oscar Allen’s return raises questions about whether an Essendon lineup change has made West Coast overly tall.
Todd Goldstein’s late omission for the Bombers, managed for this match, sees Nate Caddy stepping in. Follow the live action from Marvel Stadium as the Eagles aim for an upset.
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West Coast has only managed one victory away from Western Australia in the last 26 months, but it occurred at this venue against the Bulldogs late last year.
Meanwhile, Essendon boasts a strong record at Marvel Stadium, having won their last six games there, including all four this season. They continue to push for a top-four spot in what has been an impressive campaign so far.
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Welcome to our live coverage of West Coast’s clash with Essendon!
A notable late change for the Bombers sees Todd Goldstein rested, replaced by Nate Caddy. This adjustment has reduced Essendon’s height advantage, contrasting with West Coast’s lineup featuring the returning Oscar Allen alongside Jake Waterman, Jack Darling, Bailey Williams, and Matt Flynn.
Jack Hutchinson serves as West Coast’s substitute, while Jye Menzie fulfills the same role for the home team.
