Key Demon faces nervous MRO wait with AFL finals near after high shot
Melbourne forward Jacob van Rooyen faces a nervous wait for the match review officer after collecting a "flat" Aliir Aliir during the Demons' commanding 20.12 (132) to 8.8 (56) win over Port Adelaide.
Melbourne's Jacob van Rooyen was penalized after striking Port Adelaide's Aliir Aliir high during a clash at Adelaide Oval. The 200th AFL game for Aliir saw him go down and require assistance from trainers. Van Rooyen, attempting to spoil a mark in the second term, mistimed his swing, resulting in a suspension wait from the match review officer.
The incident occurred as Melbourne secured a commanding 20.12 (132) to 8.8 (56) victory over Port Adelaide, keeping them in contention for a top-four finish with finals approaching. Despite the hit, Aliir is said to be fine by Port Adelaide coach Josh Carr, who believes it was unintentional. Melbourne currently sits fifth on the ladder, level on points with Brisbane and Hawthorn, but with a lower win percentage.
They face the Western Bulldogs next weekend, needing a win to secure a top-six finish and avoid a wildcard round.
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