Swans fear worst after ‘devastating’ Mills injury mars epic victory over Lions
Swans coach Dean Cox says he “always believed” his side could upset the odds and beat Brisbane in Saturday’s qualifying final. But whatever happens next, their captain won’t be involved.
The Sydney Swans, playing with an understrength lineup, will take on the defending champion Brisbane Lions in a crucial match that could determine which team hosts the preliminary final. The Swans are missing five key players, while the Lions have their usual suspects quiet in the first quarter of the match. Charlie Cameron and Callum Mills, both from the Swans, struggled with kicks during the opening quarter.
Despite initial difficulties, the Swans managed to lead 19 points to 6 at halftime. The Lions showed resilience, scoring their first goal through Eric Hipwood, and took control of the game. The Swans continued to pressure Brisbane, with Charlie Curnow and Logan McDonald contributing significant marks. However, Brisbane responded with a strong counterattack, leading to a 19-point lead for the Lions.
Despite the Swans' efforts, the game remains unpredictable, with potential twists and turns yet to come.
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