Essendon’s recent dominance over Melbourne has finally come to an end. Prior to today’s match the Demons had not beaten the Bombers since Round 7, 1999. Essendon’s 26-point defeat is its second successive loss and the team heads into the mid-season break with eight wins on the scoreboard. Matthew Lloyd was one of the few shining lights in Essendon’s loss – he finished with five goals.
Bombers' dominance over Demons comes to an end
Essendon’s recent dominance over Melbourne has finally come to an end. Prior to today’s match the Demons had not beaten the Bombers since Round 7, 1999. Essendon’s 26-point defeat is its second successive loss and the team heads into the mid-season break with eight wins on the scoreboard.
