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The only player to miss out was Nick Lower after he sustained consecutive concussions.

Emergencies Zac Clarke, Lachie Neale and Lee Spurr were part of the travelling squad.

Walters’ selection is testament to the dedication and perseverance he has displayed to fight his way back.

Football general manager Chris Bond said he had done everything asked of him since being sent back to Swan Districts.

“Michael has had a lot of support from not only inside the club, but also outside the club, but at the end of the day, he has done it himself,” Bond said.

“He has got himself in a position where he now fits the criteria to play in our team and we are hoping that he is going to have a real impact and work very hard to keep his place in the team.”

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Fremantle was defeated by 15 goals when the sides met in round 13 last year, but that fixture was at the MCG.

The Demons have lost their past 12 matches at Etihad, a ground Fremantle beat St Kilda at in round 4 this season.

Bond said Freo’s form in Melbourne this season had been good, but that the side wouldn’t be resting on that to take it to victory on Saturday.

“It’s a week by week proposition and we know Melbourne are going to be very tough,” he said.

“They are going to be very hungry and they will think they are a good chance against us.

“We think we are going to be very competitive as well, so it will be good.”

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