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‘We Just Missed’: Scott Won’t Blame Luck on Essendon’s Woeful Goal-Kicking; Dunstall Backs Briggs to Avoid Ban for Durham Tackle

VICTORIA, AUSTRALIA, JUL 17 – GWS Giants dominated an injury-hit Essendon Bombers at Marvel Stadium, extending their winning streak to five games with a 43-point victory, led by Jake Stringer’s three goals.

  • At Marvel Stadium on Thursday, GWS Giants claimed a 43-point win over Essendon Bombers.
  • Injuries forced the Bombers to name a heavily disrupted lineup against GWS, hampering their performance, as `missing 11 first-choice players` impacted their competitiveness.
  • GWS midfielder Tom Green recorded 30 possessions and 16 clearances, while Liam McMahon kicked Essendon's first two goals.
  • GWS’s victory extended their winning streak to five games, while Kieren Briggs could have immediate repercussions for a match review after his heavy tackle on Sam Durham.
  • Next Friday night, Essendon return to prime-time against the Western Bulldogs, and every goal will count in a tight finals race, highlighting the importance of their upcoming performance.
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Fox Sports Australia broke the news in Australia on Wednesday, July 16, 2025.
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