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The club has released the following statement following threats directed at GWS player Callan Ward.
Essendon Football Club condemns the social media commentary and threats directed at Greater Western Sydney player Callan Ward following Friday night’s game at Metricon Stadium.
The club is investigating the matter, with an Essendon supporter allegedly directing the threats via Ward’s social media account on Instagram. If the supporter is found to be a member, the club will take appropriate action.
As a club, we do not stand for this and we will continue to call out this toxic online behaviour.
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