West Coast holds off Essendon's comeback in AFL match
AFL • 1 min read • Latest: Sep 25, 2026, 4:10 AM
Last updated Sep 25, 2026
West Coast defeated Essendon 6.9 (45) to 4.11 (35) at Windy Hill on September 25, 2026. Essendon started strong but fell behind as West Coast's young players took control in the middle quarters. Despite a late surge by the Bombers, they remain winless at 0-7 after this match.
- •West Coast secures third consecutive win, improving to 3-4.
- •Essendon remains winless after seven matches.
- •The match featured a strong showing from West Coast's young talents.
- •Essendon took an early lead but could not maintain it.
- •Final score was West Coast 6.9 (45), Essendon 4.11 (35).
- 4:10 AMAFL — Eagles hold off comeback leaving Bombers still to break their season duck
"Essendon tried valiantly to rein in a big difference against West Coast but ultimately fell short of snatching a first win
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