Read all about the Bombers’ last week here.

Bombers fall agonisingly short to Power

Despite an inspired late comeback, Essendon fell to Port Adelaide in a thrilling finish at the MCG on Saturday night.

The Bombers gave a solid account of themselves to fight back in the final term and regain the lead in torrential conditions, but ultimately fell to a kick after the siren.

Jye Caldwell was a standout, building on his impressive campaign with 24 disposals and two goals.

Essendon will be looking to respond strongly against an attacking Adelaide outfit at Marvel Stadium this Sunday, with kids under the age of 14 able to attend for free.

VFL Bombers win after the siren

In contrasting fortunes, a score after the siren from Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti saw Essendon’s VFL side return to winning ways in a stunning finish at Windy Hill on Sunday.

The Bombers applied intense pressure to the ladder-leading Gold Coast Suns from the first bounce, taking slim leads into every change.

A see-sawing final term saw six lead changes, with Essendon registering the final three scores to seal a huge victory.

VFLW Bombers secure finals spot

Essendon’s VFLW side recorded a gritty 13-point win over the Western Bulldogs at Windy Hill on Saturday to lock in their place for the finals.

After trailing at three-quarter-time, Essendon rallied with their season on the line, booting three unanswered goals to overrun the Bulldogs.

The Bombers will take on Box Hill in the second elimination final this Saturday, July 8 at Box Hill City Oval, kicking off at 11am AEST.

Darcy Parish joins One on One

A familiar face in Darcy Parish joins Andrew McGrath on the latest episode of One on One.

The teammates discuss their friendship, the blame over the downfall of the Rish & Rath podcast, and Parish's journey to becoming one of the competition’s elite ball-winners.

Two-Month Peter

With unprecedented access, Essendon FC followed star forward Peter Wright through his two-month rehabilitation from a devastating shoulder injury on the eve of the season, as well as his brilliant return against Carlton.

Injury update: Reid sent for surgery

Continuing the long-term approach for Zach Reid’s rehabilitation, the young defender had surgery on his hamstring this week after a re-aggravation and is unlikely to return this season.

Midfielder Will Setterfield also continues to progress from his foot injury, slowly integrating back into running.

Nic Martin takes home Liberty Player of the Month

Winger Nic Martin was rewarded for his stellar form both on and off the field in June, securing Liberty Player of the Month honours for his free-thinking play.