Fremantle midfielder Michael Barlow says he is in ideal condition for Friday night’s Preliminary Final.

It is in stark contrast to last year’s finals, in which Barlow carried a significant foot injury.

“It is as good as I’ve felt all year,” he told Channel 9 on Wednesday.

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“This time last year…I was sore and had a pretty severe foot injury.”

Barlow said he had trained solidly in the main session on Wednesday and the week off had been a blessing.

“Having the week off and going straight into a Prelim, the body is feeling fantastic,” he said.

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“I’m jumping out of my skin ready to go Friday night.”

Barlow said the club and its supporters were excited for the challenge against Hawthorn.

“I don’t want to be part of any other group…I wouldn’t want to be wearing any other jumper, come the weekend,” he said.

“The whole Fremantle town is buzzing.”

Tickets for the Preliminary Final are still available via Ticketmaster.