Essendon Overpowers Richmond in Dominant Second Half

Essendon Bombers showcased their strength in Round 11, overpowering the Richmond Tigers with a commanding second-half display. The Bombers' midfield trio of Jye Caldwell, Sam Durham, and Zach Merrett took control after halftime, leading to a significant clearance advantage and consistent forward pressure.

Veteran ruckman Todd Goldstein was instrumental, dominating the stoppages and providing first use to his midfielders, which proved pivotal in breaking the game open.

Richmond struggled to match Essendon's intensity, with Jacob Hopper providing a lone hand in the midfield. The Tigers' defense, led by acting skipper Nathan Broad, faced relentless pressure but couldn't stem the Bombers' momentum.

This victory propels Essendon up the ladder, highlighting their potential as the season progresses.