Conversion
Fremantle won the disposals, clearances, centre clearances, stoppages, inside-50s, tackles and hit-outs. The most frustrating was its 50 inside 50s for 11 goals, while the Eagles’ had 42 for 15 goals. A return of 11.14 will have Freo working on its goal kicking ahead of North Melbourne.
Silvagni reported
Alex Silvagni was reported for striking Eagles Jamie Cripps in the second quarter. With just a few weeks until finals, Fremantle will be sweating on the decision.
Walters wonder
The club’s leading goal kicker this season had 16 touches and an equal-best on ground four goals. Whenever he got near the ball Fremantle felt more threatening in the forward half.
Ladder
Fremantle’s loss puts West Coast two-points ahead of third placed Hawthorn. With three rounds left, including two away-games, Freo will need to regain its winning ways to maintain top spot.
