Franklin's 950th goal seals heart-stopping Sydney win over Essendon
Sydney has prevailed by three points over Essendon in a gripping Thursday night clash at the SCG. In a frantic final term, the Swans had the majority of field position and were deserved winners against a brave Bombers outfit, with Lance Franklin's third goal of the night proving to be the match winner. The game was won and lost in the middle, as the contest swung in patches as both sides won the ball and drove forward. The Bombers looked in trouble early, conceded plenty of territory in the opening...