Tom Papley celebrates the first goal of the game. (Getty Images: Daniel Carson)
It was marketed as a finals-like game between the top two teams and the intensity has certainly lived up to the billing.
Sydney has been spectacular with its cutting runs through the guts and its pressure, while Fremantle’s defence has stood up well under a growing heat.
Tom Papley, returning after six weeks on the sidelines, has been a real difference maker for the Swans and has six touches to go along with his opening goal, while Jordan Clark has looked the best for Freo with his dazzling runs from defence.
James Rowbottom (11 touches) leads the possessions for the Swans, while Josh Treacy (8 disposals) has had the pill the most for the Dockers – but they’ve all been terrible.