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Sydney Swans score epic win over Essendon, Lance Franklin kicks three goals
Essendon’s old nemesis Lance Franklin had the final and decisive say as Sydney continued its unbeaten start to the season with a gripping three-point win at the SCG.
Key points:
- Franklin kicked three goals in the Swans’ tight win
- Cale Hooker and Jake Stringer impressed for the Bombers with three majors each
- The victory maintains the Swans’ unbeaten start to the season after four rounds
With the Swans clinging to a four-point lead late in the match, Franklin took a mark and converted the set shot to record his third major of the night, the 950th of his career and his 73rd against Essendon, the most he has kicked against any club.
Essendon fought to the end, with Sydney defender Dane Rampe making a desperate fingertip effort to prevent a…
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