Eden Zanker drives Fremantle into AFLW top eight with St Kilda win
Fremantle beats St Kilda 51-40 to move into the AFLW top eight, with recruit Eden Zanker booting crucial fourth-quarter goals.
Fremantle is back in the AFLW top eight after a 10-point win over St Kilda at Cockburn ARC Oval. Star recruit Eden Zanker kicked two crucial fourth-quarter goals to seal the 7.9 (51) to 6.4 (40) result.
St Kilda pressed hard and took the lead early in the final term, but Fremantle steadied and booted three goals in six minutes. Small forward Noa McNaughton also kicked two goals in the tense finish.
The win was vital for Lisa Webb's side, who needed to win after a 1-3 record at their new home. Ruck Mim Strom was outstanding with 27 disposals and 30 hitouts, dominating the contest.
- 7.8 (50) to 6.4 (40)
- Final score
- 10 points
- Margin
- Cockburn ARC Oval
- Venue
- 30 hitouts, 8 clearances
- Strom's clearances
Why it mattersFremantle's finals hopes were on the line heading in, and this win keeps their season alive after a shaky start at their new venue.
AustraliaFremantle's return to the AFLW top eight is crucial for their season, while St Kilda remains outside despite showing strong spirit under new caretaker coach Matt Brewer.
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