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Freo gamble fails to pay off as Walker struggles

Brandon Walker was a surprise recall for the Dockers and lasted less than three quarters after rolling his ankle while marking Nick Watson.

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Fremantle’s selection gamble has failed to paid off, with defender Brandon Walker injuring his ankle amid a tough night trying to curtail Nick Watson at Optus Stadium.

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Freo gamble fails to pay off as Walker struggles

Fremantle’s selection gamble has failed to paid off, with defender Brandon Walker injuring his ankle amid a tough night trying to curtail Nick Watson at Optus Stadium.

·Osborne Park, Australia
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Freo gamble fails to pay off as Walker goes down hurt

Fremantle’s selection gamble has failed to paid off, with defender Brandon Walker injuring his ankle amid a tough night trying to curtail Nick Watson at Optus Stadium.

·Osborne Park, Australia
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7NEWS Australia broke the news in Australia on Thursday, September 3, 2026.
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