After a disappointing start to the season against the Dees, Fremantle managed to flick the switch and kickstart their season in impressive fashion, slicing through Greater Western Sydney to win by 31 points at Optus Stadium on Sunday.

 

Here's how the game-day went down.

Debutant Heath Chapman was presented his playing jumper by the skipper Nat Fyfe, with his family there to enjoy the special moment.

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James Aish also celebrated his 100th AFL game and was presented his jumper by senior coach Justin Longmuir.

Roger Hayden and his family kicked the first goal(s) of the day!

Andrew Brayshaw started the game on fire, kicking our first goal of the match.

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A great passage of play saw our midfield combine to give skipper Nat Fyfe one of the easiest goals he'll kick.

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This set play from Sean Darcy and Sam Switkowski was just incredible to watch.

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Danny Bau lit up the Triple M live stage at quarter time with his rendition of Holy Grail by Hunters & Collectors.

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David Mundy had 21 disposals to half time, winding back a clock that we don't think has ever ticked forward.

Andy Brayshaw provided the highlight of the game with this unbelievable goal.

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Michael Frederick kicked a ridiculous goal from the boundary line.

Nat Fyfe was the casualty of a big hit in the third quarter, leaving the ground with what looked to be a concussion.

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The final siren sounded as Fremantle were declared 31-point winners in their first home game of the year.

Lloyd Meek and Heath Chapman enjoyed a post-match shower as Freo sang the team song.

Senior coach Justin Longmuir addressed the media post-match, saying the win was a big step forward from last week for Fremantle's young playing group.

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We spoke to David Mundy post-match after his outstanding 35-disposal game in the midfield.

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James Aish also spoke post-match about his 100th game and the promise that Freo's young midfield are showing.

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Fremantle launched their new podcast series, Final Siren, teaming up with Freo super fans Duck and Oz from The Purple Reign Podcast to present a new post-match podcast from the Freo changerooms which features a special mystery guest player each week. This week it was Andrew Brayshaw!

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You can also subscribe to the podcast using your favourite podcast platform, including Apple Podcasts and Spotify.

Finally, Optus Stadium was lit Purple to close out what was a great day for all Freo fans as Fremantle pencilled in their first win of the season in front of a home crowd.