The Lance Franklin-less Sydney Swans have inflicted a second straight AFL defeat on Melbourne after edging the reigning premiers in a 12-point thriller at the MCG. Even without suspended superstar Franklin, the Swans were able to recover from conceding the first five goals of Saturday night's game. Small forward Tom Papley sealed the deal when he snapped a free kick from the boundary a couple of minutes later as the Swans prevailed 10.13 (73) to 9.7 (61). Premiership forward Tom McDonald was a late withdrawal due to a foot issue and he faces a possible extended period on the sidelines. The Swans have the bye next week, while Melbourne have a nine-day break before facing Collingwood in the Queen's Birthday blockbuster.

Source: Daily Mail June 04, 2022 12:21 UTC