05-06-2021, 06:21 AM
(05-06-2021, 04:16 AM)PaulP link Wrote:Some AFL supporters believe Essendon played a soft, outside brand of football under Worsfold.I agree with those supporters, the modern Essendon is a team of outside runners IMHO, they tried real hard to get Dunkley for that reason and his leadership skills but essentially Worsfold had them playing a game style that suited their list.
They tried to rough us up a bit but they dont really have the artillery for that like in the old days under Sheedy and both teams would hardly come under the heading of playing a overly physical brand.
I think the high scoring game was a reflection of how both teams like to play and it showed defensive pressure and staying close to your man are not priorities for either club.