News Grand Final at the Craypot

[flyinghi64]

If somehow the cards align and the AFL holds the final series including Grand Final in Perth and also if the Eagles somehow make it through and take it out, it will just be another tainted premiership as the Eagles held an unfair advantage.
You just know this will be the narrative for years to come IF it happens.
Geez it would be good. Aaaahhhh another Tainted Premiership Cup in our Trophy cabinet

 

[Agent93]

Craypot subtle angles

Craypot and Gunston.

 

[new breed]

Even if WA govt pay for the costs of holding the finals series , would still be an economic success for Perth .
Optus Stadium would go well and the grounds surface will be softer after all this rain !!

 

[kranky al]

So the AFL wants to have the finals here but wants the WA government to pay for the privilege? The cheek of the VFL never surprises me.

1.3 billion for a new stadium is enough i think

 

[Rowan18]

If somehow the cards align and the AFL holds the final series including Grand Final in Perth and also if the Eagles somehow make it through and take it out, it will just be another tainted premiership as the Eagles held an unfair advantage.
You just know this will be the narrative for years to come IF it happens.
Geez it would be good. Aaaahhhh another Tainted Premiership Cup in our Trophy cabinet

Tainted premiership? More like the sweetest of all time. The flag we won by beating the VFL at its own game.

 

[woosha24]

I for one look forward to the mental gymnastics from the Vic supporters justifying why their home ground Grand Final is legitimate, but ours isnt.

 

[kempy]

It’s possible all States will be in some sort of lockdown by the end of August given the nature of Delta. Maybe Tassie will be the holdout. What happens then?


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[ioppolo]

It’s possible all States will be in some sort of lockdown by the end of August given the nature of Delta. Maybe Tassie will be the holdout. What happens then?


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European soccer style premier by finishing 1st.

 

[WCE_phil]

European soccer style premier by finishing 1st.

If we had a draw rather than a fixture I would much prefer this.
Or even with a tainted ass bullshit fixture straight knockout finals. No second chances.

 

[southcoast]

Meanwhile, in other news, NRL apparently looking at the G for their Granny.

NRL set to consider MCG to host first ever non-Sydney Grand Final amid Covid chaos — FOX SPORTS Australia

The NRL are considering a contingency plan to play the 2021 Grand Final at the Melbourne Cricket Ground in light of the latest Covid-19 outbreak.

apple.news

And Perthnow reporting WA Govt haven’t been in touch with VFL.

 

[Chris_6678]

With a setback to Victoria you would think we are a chance now...

 

[ioppolo]

With a setback to Victoria you would think we are a chance now...

I wouldn't hold my breath. Adelaide should make an enquiry.

 

[Chris_6678]

I wouldn't hold my breath. Adelaide should make an enquiry.

True.

Wouldn't be upset if it did end up there though.

 

[ioppolo]

True.

Wouldn't be upset if it did end up there though.

Port would still choke

 

[Chris_6678]

Port would still choke

Haha yes.

Wouldn't be surprised if we turned it on ( IF we make finals) playing there haha

 

[Tugga27]

Surely we'd be odd on favourites at this stage.

 

[DanWCE]

Imagine the GF in Perth and Freo qualify for finals then go on the run of their lives!

 

[ioppolo]

Imagine the GF in Perth and Freo qualify for finals then go on the run of their lives!

Imagine we finish seventh, Freo eighth and play 'away' elimination finals at Optus. And win both.

The melts from Sydney/Brisbane/Port/whoever is 5th & 6th supporters would be 11/10

 

[Goosecat]

Think there's pressure within the club now? Imagine the finals all end up in Perth, including the GF and not only do the Eagles not manage to finish top 4 this season but they miss out on finals altogether, with the talent on this list and a once in god knows how long opportunity! Yikes; the finger pointing, wailing and gnashing of teeth!

 

[FKASC]

Given we get flogged at home as well these days, not sure what all the excitement is about.

Yes I’m being negative, just went into lockdown number 6 campaigners

 

[Ambrose Burnside]

Given we get flogged at home as well these days, not sure what all the excitement is about.

Yes I’m being negative, just went into lockdown number 6 campaigners

We can't even beat ****ing Norf Melbourne at home ffs.

I want what ya'll smoking.

 

[InTheWings]

"League bosses inquired about potentially moving football’s showpiece to Perth after Victoria was plunged back into a seven-day lockdown to contain yet another COVID-19 outbreak. The cluster of Delta variant cases has thrown into doubt plans for large crowds to be permitted in Melbourne by the time the finals start in the first weekend of September"

 

[new breed]

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"League bosses inquired about potentially moving football’s showpiece to Perth after Victoria was plunged back into a seven-day lockdown to contain yet another COVID-19 outbreak. The cluster of Delta variant cases has thrown into doubt plans for large crowds to be permitted in Melbourne by the time the finals start in the first weekend of September"

This would be amazing if possible , probably a super spreader also but don't tell Mark !!
Just kidding all is good in WA .

 

[Chris_6678]

Paddy Sweeney

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Gillon issuing a "cool your jets" to Perth around Grand Final prospect. A big shift from head office...."integrity" the priority.

Interesting comments from Gil regarding finals on @3AW693 “The integrity of the final is most important.. crowds are a close second.” Re Perth GF: “Our expectation is the GF will be at the MCG. But, contingencies are being discussed with all states [except NSW]”

That didnt seem to mater when it was in queensland?

Sounds like Gill Really doesnt want it in Perth lol

 

[squashface]

Lol is Gil trying to say he would rather have a GF at the G with reduced crowds than a full house at Optus?