
The case for a Bombers’ boilover
From Real Footy by The Age and Sydney Morning Herald
April 22, 2026 · 24 min · Season 10 · Episode 15
About this episode
The episode discusses the potential for upsets in upcoming AFL matches, focusing on Essendon's chances against Collingwood and other key matchups.
Essendon haven’t won on Anzac Day since COVID times, but Andrew Wu and Peter Ryan are yet to be convinced by Collingwood, and say the Dons are not without hope on Saturday. Gold Coast, likewise, pose a threat to Hawthorn’s winning streak, but would have to conquer their own Launceston hoodoo to cause an upset, while the Bulldogs, beset by injuries, face an almighty challenge to mark their premiership reunion with a win over the in-form Swans and the Cats take an imposing form line to Adelaide for their clash with the Power. Support the show: https://subscribe.theage.com.au/ See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
People in this episode
Guests: Andrew Wu, Peter Ryan
Topics covered
- AFL
- Anzac Day
- sports analysis
- team performance
- upcoming matches
Keywords
- Essendon
- Collingwood
- AFL
- Anzac Day
- Gold Coast
- Hawthorn
- Bulldogs
- Swans
- Cats
- Power
Mentioned in this episode
Organizations: Essendon, Collingwood, Gold Coast, Hawthorn, Bulldogs, Swans, Cats, Adelaide, Power
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