Leigh Matthews tells Murphy Reid to study film daily before grand final
Legendary coach Leigh Matthews says Reid should watch highlights every day this week.
Fremantle's Murphy Reid is losing confidence before Saturday's grand final, and Leigh Matthews has found the cure: film study. The legendary coach says Reid should watch 20 minutes of his own highlights every day this week.
Reid won his maiden All-Australian this season after a standout year, but he's stumbled in finals with uncharacteristic errors and self-doubt. Matthews says Reid is overthinking things: 'He doesn't know when to go, doesn't know when to drop back, he's just not backing himself.'
Dockers forward Isaiah Dudley agrees, telling Reid he has more time than he thinks and should trust his instincts. Reid has managed solid possession numbers (20-24 disposals) in recent weeks but has lost the polish that made him a star.
- 20 years old
- Reid's age
- 20 minutes
- Daily film study
- 24, 23, 20 in latest games
- Recent disposals
- Three with Brisbane, 2001-2003
- Matthews' premierships
Why it mattersReid's form will directly affect Fremantle's chances of winning Saturday's grand final against Brisbane.
AustraliaThe grand final kicks off Saturday afternoon, one of the biggest AFL dates watched by millions across Australia.
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