Michael Voss maps Fremantle's blueprint to upset Brisbane in Grand Final
Michael Voss, three-time premiership captain, says Sydney and Hawthorn have shown Fremantle how to at least challenge Brisbane's dominant defence.
Michael Voss, captain of Brisbane's legendary three-peat team (2001-03), believes Fremantle has a clear tactical path to victory. Sydney and Hawthorn, who pushed the Lions hard in finals, have revealed how to break Brisbane down.
The key is forcing Brisbane's forwards to stay high, which stresses the Lions' defence. Hawthorn did this in the preliminary final and found success.
Fremantle must decide constantly when to run at the defence versus hitting longer plays. Brisbane conceded 122 points in that preliminary final, a record for a preliminary-final winner.
The Lions face ongoing pressure from offensive structures that create separation and stress their high defenders.
- 122 points
- Brisbane's record concession
- MCG
- Match venue
- 2001-03
- Brisbane premierships
Why it mattersFremantle has a genuine tactical route to its first premiership, while Brisbane fights to hold a three-peat.
AustraliaAustralian AFL fans will watch Saturday's Grand Final with clear tactical insight into how an underdog can defeat the favourites.
✓ Claims checked against the source and corrected before publish. checked 8 h ago
