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The Swans remain undefeated in 2016 after a 60-point victory over the Carlton Blues (20.11 131 – 10.11 71).
REPORT: SWANS KICK AWAY FOR BIG WIN
It was the big boys that did the damage in the forward line for the Swans, as Franklin, Tippett, and Sinclair kicked 11 goals between them. The midfield was also good, winning the clearances by 7 and the contested possessions by 20.
The Blues once again will take heart from a loss, as they were far from bad in this match. Dale Thomas was the standout for the Blues, with 25 disposals and a few eye-catching plays, including a very good one-on-one win against Lance Franklin.
Sam Kerridge and Levi Casboult both kicked two goals for the Blues, who have been far from disgraced in this match.
Final score
Carlton 10.11.71
Sydney 20.11.131
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The Blues performed well above expectations last weekend against the Tigers, but a bad fourth quarter fade out doomed them to a 9-point loss. Marc Murphy and Bryce Gibbs were instrumental through the midfield for Carlton, almost dragging their side over the line in the pulsating clash. With most expecting Carlton to finish in the bottom two in 2016, the performance was a pleasant surprise for Blues fans.
The Swans were brilliant in Round 2 against the Magpies, jumping out to a 62-point halftime lead on their way to an 80-point victory. It was the midfield that did the damage, with four players grabbing 30 disposals, including a 40-disposal performance from Luke Parker. Lance Franklin also marked his return to AFL football with four goals in a dominant performance.
Two changes for the Blues for this clash, as both Sam Rowe and Dylan Buckley have been omitted from the side. Dale Thomas comes in for Carlton, while Charlie Curnow will play his first game at AFL level. Ciaran Byrne and the two aforementioned omissions will be the emergencies for the clash.
Sydney will make just one change for this clash, but it’s an important one as Ted Richards comes back into the side. Michael Talia is the man to come out after suffering a foot injury. This means Callum Mills, George Hewett and Tom Papley all keep their spots after impressive Round 1 performances.
Prediction
While the game itself is fairly easy to predict, the margin may not be so easy. Carlton showed a lot of fight last weekend, and if they can bring the same pressure this weekend, we could set a competitive game. However, the Swans shouldn’t lose this one, and they’ll go into a Round 3 clash with GWS at 2-0.
Sydney by 33
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