Banned Bombers to face Hawks in 2017 AFL opener
Essendon will welcome back their banned stars with a blockbuster clash against Hawthorn in round one of the 2017 AFL season. The Bombers and Hawks will face off on a Saturday night at the MCG in one of three primetime games at the home of football in the opening round. Traditional heavyweights Carlton and Richmond will kick off the season at the MCG on Thursday March 23, while Collingwood will host reigning premiers the Western Bulldogs on the Friday night. O’Meara will be aiming to play his...