Very disappointing day for the Melbourne Demons. The few faithful fans that made an appearance on a cold Sunday afternoon will be shocked by the insipid performance given by Roos’ men.
The Giants showed today what their future holds and coach Leon Cameron will be extremely pleased with his side’s performance, securing their first ten goal win in the club’s history as well as winning their first game at the MCG.
The game was won through the Giant’s forward entries and spacing, often having a free man running through the Melbourne zone and picking up easy goals. Devon Smith was best afield today, the crafty midfielder finished with thirty disposals, ten marks, five tackles and two very classy goals.
Rhys Palmer (four goals) and Will Hoskin-Elliot (three Goals) did most of the damage up forward and caused Melbourne headaches all day. Although Tom Boyd kicked just the one major, his presence in the forward half in the absence of an injured Patton and Cameron proved pivotal in the result.
Tomas Bugg was also prolific off half back with a game high thirty three disposals and set up many of the Giants entries. The only negatives for the Giants will be the fitness of some key personal, Leon Cameron will be sweating on the availability of Patton, Ward and Davis after they all sustained injuries in today’s victory.
For the Demons, the positives are few and far between, Paul Roos really has to be asking himself why he signed a contract extension, such was the club’s onfield performance today. Nathan Jones continues to earn respect and admiration, the tough nosed captain collected thirty of his own touches in a midfield that was well and truly beaten today.
Jones had little support today, but Bernie Vince was the Demons second best, with twenty eight disposals and five marks. The heat will be on the Demons this coming week and deservedly so.
FINAL SCORE:
Melbourne 3.16 (34)
GWS Giants 15.8 (98)
The Melbourne Demons face off against the Greater Western Sydney Giants on Sunday in what promises to be an intriguing clash. Join The Roar for live scores and commentary from 3:20pm (AEST).
Both sides will be desperate for a hard earned win as both teams have failed to secure the four points in their last five games.
The Giants have been steady in the past month, pushing flag contender Geelong to within two goals and putting up a strong performance against Richmond at the MCG.
If recent history is anything to go by, the Giants are in with a great chance. Leon Cameron’s men have won three of the last five games against the Demons, with two of the past three clashes play out as GWS victories.
Not much can be said of the Demon’s season in terms of wins – but improvements have been made.
Paul Roo’s men were within a whisker of pulling off a major upset at Adelaide Oval in Round 18 against Port Adelaide, narrowly succumbing by three points.
The Dees however were easily accounted for by a classy Hawthorn unit last week, so expect a big response from Nathan Jones and his side on Sunday.
Melbourne’s chances of getting the four points for the first time since Round 13 largely depend on the fitness of promising co-captain Jack Grimes, who is still touch-and-go for Sunday’s match after having a two week lay off with a hamstring injury.
The young and impressive Dom Tyson is of particular interest in regards to Sunday’s clash, Tyson gathered 30 possessions against the Hawks last week and has been an influential presence through the midfield for Melbourne this season.
Prediction:
While the Giants do have firepower up forward that will stretch the Demons down back, Melbourne’s gritty play in recent weeks will shut down the supply into the Giants forward half.
Melbourne by 13 points.
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John Hamilton
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GWS goal to palmer
John Hamilton
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GWS goal to palmer
John Hamilton
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BOG
JR Salazar
Guest
Well done, GWS.
Cori Andrews
Guest
Who scored first and was it a point or a goal in the game mel v GWS
Justin Ware
Roar Guru
WRAP UP: Very disappointing day for the Melbourne Demons. The few faithful fans that made an appearance on a cold Sunday afternoon will be shocked by the insipid performance given by Roo's men. The Giants showed today what their future holds and coach Leon Cameron will be extremely pleased with his side's performance, securing their first ten goal win in the club's history as well as winning their first game at the MCG. The game was won through the Giant's forward entries and spacing, often having a free man running through the Melbourne zone and picking up easy goals. Devon Smith was best afield today, the crafty midfielder finished with thirty disposals, ten marks, five tackles and two very classy goals. Rhys Palmer (four goals) and Will Hoskin-Elliot (Three Goals) did most of the damage up forward and caused Melbourne headaches all day. Although Tom Boyd kicked just the one major, his presence in the forward half in the absence of an injured Patton and Cameron proved pivotal in the result. Tomas Bugg was also prolific off half back with a game high thirty three disposals and set up many of the Giants entries. The only negatives for the Giants will be the fitness of some key personal, Leon Cameron will be sweating on the availability of Patton, Ward and Davis after they all sustained injuries in today's victory. For the Demons, the positives are few and far between, Paul Roos really has to be asking himself why he signed a contract extension, such was the club's onfield performance today. Nathan Jones continues to earn respect and admiration, the tough nosed captain collected thirty of his own touches in a midfield that was well and truly beaten today. Jones had little support today, but Bernie Vince was the Demons second best, with twenty eight disposals and five marks. The heat will be on the Demons this coming week and deservedly so. Melbourne 3.16 - 34 Defeated by GWS Giants 15.8 - 98 Melbourne Goals: Garland, Kent, Watts. Melbourne Best: Jones, Vince, Tyson, Michie. GWS Goals: Palmer 4, Hoskin-Elliot 3, Kelly, Smith 2, Boyd, Mumford, Shiel, Treloar. GWS Best: Smith, Palmer, Bugg, Hoskin-Elliot, Kelly, Mumford, Greene, Treloar.
Carlon forevet
Guest
How did Devon Smith play
Justin Ware
Roar Guru
The icing on the cake! Joshua Kelly bombs one off the left from 55 and puts the Giants 64 points in front. Melbourne have been absolutely woeful tonight and one has to wonder where the club is headed in the foreseeable future. Full time now! The dees lose 3.16 - 34 to the Giants 15-8 - 98. Wrap up and more to come soon, stay tuned. The clash between Fremantle and Hawthorn is on, it's a very tight contest over in the west. Signing off
Carlon forevet
Guest
We need to report ground conditions from tullsrmstine.
Justin Ware
Roar Guru
This has been a breakout game by Hoskin-Elliot ladies and gentlemen. He has just snapped his third goal of the game and extends the Giants lead to a whopping 59 points. Melbourne 3.14 - 32, Giants 14.7 - 91. Q4 91
Justin Ware
Roar Guru
It is just getting worse for Paul Roos. Rhys Palmer is making a mockery of the Dees, he receives the Mumford handpass and snags his fourth goal of the game. 3.14 - 32 to 13.7 - 85. Q4 17
Justin Ware
Roar Guru
Hoskin-Elliot! The youngter takes a stupendous grab and wheels around onto the left and snaps the goal! His second of the game, Melbourne 3.14 - 32, Giants 12.7 - 79. Q4 13.43
Justin Ware
Roar Guru
Dom Tyson is away to the left on the boundary, registering the Demon's fourteenth behind of the contest. 3.14 to 11.7 with roughly 20 minutes to go.
Justin Ware
Roar Guru
At long last! Colin Garland is awarded the mark (dubiously) and slams through the goal! Jamar marks strongly but he misses for the second time today. Melbourne 3.13 - 31, Giants 11.7 - 73. Q4 6.14
Justin Ware
Roar Guru
A special mention to Rhys Palmer as well, he has been terrific today. He has just dribbled through his third goal and the Giants go up by 49 points. 2.12 to 11.7. Q4 2
Justin Ware
Roar Guru
Not much to speak of in a positive light for the Demons. The leading possession getters for the Dees are as follows, Jones with 23, Vince has 22 and Tyson has battled hard for 21. The goalkickers have been the youngster Dean Kent and much maligned Jack Watts. Devon Smith is having an absolute blinder for the Giants, leading all comers with 24 disposals, two goals and eight marks. Skipper Callan Ward left the ground in the third quarter with a calf complaint.
JR Salazar
Guest
Come on GWS, win it for Jonno!
Justin Ware
Roar Guru
Demon skipper Nathan Jones has battled manfully yet again in the face of adversity, 23 touches to Jones as his side continues to succumb to the Giants speed. Lynden Dunn's set shot from 50 out on a horrendous angle goes close but is bundled across the line. Another tumultuous quarter from the Demons, going goalless since late in the first quarter. Its three quarter time here and it just keeps getting worse. Melbourne 2.11 - 23, Giants 10.7 - 67. 3QT
Justin Ware
Roar Guru
Melbourne are trying to lift their intensity but the Giants are pulling away now. Devon Smith adds his second major and the Giants are up by 44 points here. Melbourne can not catch a break when going forward, their last goal coming in the dying seconds of the first quarter. Melbourne are in serious trouble now, Melbourne 2.10 - 22, Giants 10.6 - 66. Q3 24.24
Justin Ware
Roar Guru
The Giants are well and truly on top now. The industrious Devon Smith kicks the goal and the Giants are now over six goals up. Melbourne 2.9 - 21, Giants 9.6 - 60. Q3 18