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Sydney plans Molloy switch to defense in elimination final

AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Nov 8, 2026, 5:53 AM

Last updated Nov 8, 2026

Sydney plans Molloy switch to defense in elimination final
Summary

Sydney's strategy involved moving Chloe Molloy, the AFLW's leading goalkicker, to defense during their elimination final against the Western Bulldogs on November 8, 2026. Coach Colin O'Riordan revealed that the move was pre-planned and geared towards countering the strong breeze. Molloy performed well in defense, gathering 16 disposals and helping maintain Sydney's lead, before returning to the forward line to score a goal. This was a key moment as the Swans aimed to solidify their defense while also allowing Molloy to contribute offensively.

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  • •Chloe Molloy played defense after starting as a forward.
  • •Molloy recorded 16 disposals and 12 intercepts.
  • •Sydney executed a defense-focused strategy against the Bulldogs.
  • •The match took place at Henson Park on November 8, 2026.
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  • 5:53 AMAFL — Swans' decisive Molloy ploy a week in the planning
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Moving the league's leading goalkicker into defence was a pre-determined elimination-final strategy

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