The Saints have held on to beat the Bombers in a thriller
By Phoebe McWilliams at Marvel Stadium
Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera celebrates a goal during St Kilda’s clash against Essendon in round 23, 2025. Picture: AFL Photos
ST KILDA has claimed a fourth straight win, holding off Essendon by two points in a thriller at Marvel Stadium on Friday night.
In a contest that was close throughout, the Saints claimed an 11.11 (77) to 11.9 (75) victory for their ninth win of 2025.
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The loss was the Bombers’ 11th straight as their tough finish to the season continued.
Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera (24 disposals and a goal) starred again for the Saints, while Jack Steele (27 and seven clearances) and Rowan Marshall (18 and a goal) were good.
Mason Redman (36 disposals) and Andrew McGrath (35) led the way for the injury-hit Bombers, with the former missing with a flying shot from outside 50 with just seconds remaining.
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ESSENDON 3.2 5.6 8.7 11.9 (75)
ST KILDA 1.3 5.5 9.7 11.11 (77)
GOALS
Essendon: McMahon 3, Perkins 2, Langford 2, Wright, Unwin, Menzie, Lual
St Kilda: Sharman 3, Higgins 3, Wood 2, Wilson, Wanganeen-Milera, Marshall