Andrew Stafford was watching his Lions’ 2007 finals hopes slip away against the gritty Swans. But a renaissance in the final stages meant the season boiled down to a single kick.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 20 – Brisbane v Sydney: Brown saves a season
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Round 10 – Collingwood v Sydney: The steel stud affair
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It was a tight game between Collingwood and Sydney. Richard Davis was impressed by his young Swans effort, but was critical towards the choice of footwear from his team.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 19 – Sydney v St Kilda: A typical Swans display at their second home
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Sydney hosted St Kilda in a rare Homebush encounter in 2007. Rod Gillett attended to honour the ‘Field of Women’ program, and ended up impressed by the reliable Swans.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 18 – Melbourne v Sydney: A haphazard trip to Manuka
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Like many of the opposition’s fans, Cameron Noakes traipsed to the snow in 2007. A bet on the Swans proves to be astute in a dismal clash for the Dees in the nation’s capital.
Round 6 – Richmond v Sydney: Disinterest
July 23, 2020 by 2 Comments
It was only a fortnight ago, but Paddy Grindlay’s tale of watching Richmond play Sydney at a Victorian pub hurts those left in lockdown. From young teenage life stories to a flowing tab, Paddy’s story has it all on a difficult day for a Tigers fan.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 17 – Sydney v Richmond: Richmond-hurt
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Cameron Noakes chose a bad night in 2007 to try convincing Richmond supporters to turn to Collingwood. Another debilitating loss to the Tigers only brought out more hurt and anger.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 16 – West Coast v Sydney: A suspicious Cousins
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In another famous Grand Final rematch, Rod Gillett only had the returning Ben Cousins on his mind as the Brownlow Medallist led the Eagles to a close victory over the Swans in 2007.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 15 – Sydney v Carlton: Danish superstitions don’t always come true
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Apart of the secretive ex-South Melbourne fan club, Mark Branagan travelled to a Danish pub in 2007 to overcome superstitions and watch his Swans play Carlton.
Round 5 – West Coast v Sydney: There’s been a long time between drinks!
July 5, 2020 by 2 Comments
Cathi Johnston was nervous about her Eagles’ poor start to 2020. A massively improved performance on Saturday against Sydney gave her reason to hope that a return to Optus Stadium could kickstart West Coast’s season.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 14 – Sydney v Fremantle: Victory for milestone men Goodes and O’Loughlin
July 1, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Rod Gillett enjoyed Sydney’s barnstorming win over the dismal Dockers in 2007 to celebrate milestone matches for favourite sons Goodes and O’Loughlin.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 13 – Geelong v Sydney: Bucketing down toys and goals
June 23, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Mark Branagan had to negotiate a kid’s birthday party to watch the 2007 clash between the Cats and Swans. But when he did manage to watch slivers of the contest, he was both frustrated and nervous.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 12 – Sydney v Collingwood: Two vastly different tales
June 18, 2020 by Leave a Comment
Matt O’Connor and Cameron Noakes faced another Collingwood v Sydney instalment at a local bar in 2007. Despite going in as favourites, the Pies ran away with an unexpected win.
Round 2 – Sydney v Essendon: That is how you break a drought… narrowly!
June 14, 2020 by 2 Comments
After a nervy first-up win ten weeks ago, Essendon made the trip up to Sydney to renew their rivalry with the Swans. Caspar McLeod was kept on the edge of his seat as the game tightened up in the final minutes.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 11 – Hawthorn v Sydney: A rugged away win
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Lance Franklin looked to have Sydney on the ropes in their 2007 MCG clash. But Christopher Riordan reports on how the tough Sydney system got them back into the match.
The Footy Almanac 2007 Round 9 – Western Bulldogs v Sydney: Superman stamps the Swan’s intentions
May 27, 2020 by 2 Comments
Cameron Noakes was bullish after the Swans accounted for fellow finals aspirant in the Bulldogs. Played in the harsh terrain of the ‘Manuka Triangle’, the 2007 clash epitomised the class of Sydney.
Round 17 – Sydney v Carlton: The Winds of Change
July 16, 2019 by 3 Comments
Joe Moore completed yet another family trip up to the SCG for the rivalry between Sydney and Carlton. His account, already published on www.sydneyswans.com.au, details the fun-loving nature of what footy means to families.
Round 11 – Geelong v Sydney: Winter wonderland and muddy jumpers
June 3, 2019 by 1 Comment
Anna Pavlou transitioned from the local Power House match to home while following her beloved Cats and relishing the winter weather.
Finals Week 1 – Sydney v GWS: The only thing you’ll learn from this is that footy makes me cry!
September 10, 2018 by 19 Comments
It is difficult, it is tough, but Jan Courtin does not shirk the issue of providing her post-match thoughts following the Swans’ big loss. And yes, there are tears.
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