DONS DISPOSE OF FREMANTLE

Essendon has overcome a stubborn Fremantle side to record an important 21-point win and move into sixth place on the AFL ladder. A bright start from the Bombers saw them hold sway for most of the day with Matthew Lloyd kicking four goals and Blake Caracella finishing with three in a dour match. The Bombers' superior firepower proved decisive in the final term as they ran away from the Dockers to win 13.15 (93) to 10.12 (72).