Fremantle displayed a brand of footy that will stand up come September. They’re capable, the question now is can they reproduce on a consistent basis?
And there’s no better litmus test than the ladder leaders Collingwood, fresh off their first loss in nine matches, at a venue they want to feature in come finals, the MCG.
The hidden meaning behind Harley’s jab
Two alpha males, chests out, adrenaline pumping, game on the line. Harley Reid and Jason Horne-Francis going head-to-head was must-watch, captivating viewing.
The number one draft picks didn’t give an inch, but did Harley give a hint as to where his playing future lies?
In a fiery final quarter, Reid taunted his Power opponent, saying “Back to mummy, leave after one year”.
The confrontation. Credit: AFL Photos via Getty Images
He was mocking Horne-Francis for requesting a trade from North Melbourne back to South Australia after one year in blue and white.
Two years into his own career, Reid’s future is constantly spoken about, many on the east coast believing it’s a matter of “when”, not “if” Harley returns to play in Victoria.
Some would suggest Reid’s actions should give confidence to West Coast he’s committed to the club and play a key role in its rise back up the table.
I mean, why would you insult someone, only to do the exact same? On the flip side, as the second of his initial three-year contracts nears the end, the Tongala product does risk being a “hypocrite” should he request a move home.
At just 20 and 22 years old, there’s no doubt the Reid and Horne-Francis match-up is set to trill and entertain for the next decade. It’s just a matter of what colour jumper they’ll be doing it in.
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