The Bombers peppered the goals early in the term.  They were able to lock the ball in the attacking zone for the first five minutes, but the return was only four points before the Dogs kicked the opening goal.

Mathew Stokes is making the most of his 200th and final match.  He was up to 14 disposals in his half forward role by the ten minute mark of the second term.

Patrick Ambrose has shifted on to Tory Dickson after he kicked two goals in the first quarter.

Nearing the end of the term Essendon had been inside 50 13 times for a return of two goals, while the Dogs kicked three goals from their six entries.  But the Bombers cashed in late with two goals.

Joe Daniher's strong form is continuing.  He's up to two goals and two spectacular marks.

The Dons kicked four goals to three for the term to reduce the margin to 22 points.

Mathew Stokes (17), David Zaharakis (16) and Zach Merrett (13) are the leading ball winners.