Melbourne has been left to ponder another “failed season” with a list many believe should finish with more than one premiership to show for its immense talent. For the second consecutive week, the Dees were left to bemoan their inaccuracy in front of goal, falling to Carlton by two points in front of more than …
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says an “emptiness” has washed over his players in the wake of a second straight-sets finals exit in two years, but is adamant the Demons can continue to improve with their current list. The heartbreaking two-point defeat to Carlton on Friday night means Melbourne has become the first top four team …
A woefully inaccurate Melbourne set an unwanted AFL record in Thursday night’s qualifying loss to Collingwood as they butchered shots on goal. The Demons finished with 69 inside 50s compared to the Magpies’ 37 at the MCG – but managed just seven goals in the seven-point loss. That +32 inside 50 differential is now the …