But to paraphrase good old Screwtape (presuming his West Coast supporting demon cousin):
"Our cause is never more in danger than when a Fremantle fan, no longer desiring, but still intending, to do our Enemy's will, looks round upon a universe from which every trace of Premiership Glory seems...
"Close to 20 disposals" and a goal for Peel in the practice match. Still a way back in the pecking order but Valentine sees him continuing to improve and making a debut sometime this season.
Bit here on how it went so wrong for Norf.
https://theshinboner.com/2026/03/23/playing-on-the-oppositions-terms-round-2-2026-north-melbourne-v-west-coast-optus-stadium-analysis/?amp=1
Peak Vicbias.
Baker is due a suspension for his antics today. They'll lose the next five and need to hope Richmond's form doesn't improve in the period.