Unofficial Preview Prelim final!

[dlanod]

I didn't want to create it as a "Changes" thread because it felt like disrespect given the effort the guys just put out, cracking our only remaining long winless streak and getting us one win away from a home grand final appearance.

So consider this the placeholder thread for prelim discussions about the prelim final.

 

[FLVanLandingham]

its too early for this, I will just start stressing about how we can possibly lose. (no changes for me, love all the boys)

I'll soak in these winning feelings just a bit more before I wander back into this thread

 

[M Malice]

 

[fugitive]

I’m just watching replay of the game and boy we looked so good late 2nd & 3rd quarter (except missing some sitters), all conquering Tigers looked hapless. If we play like that in prelim, no one stands a chance.

 

[Milux]

I was a nervous wreck for 2 whole days before the qualifier. I think I will just go into a 2 week coma for this one.

 

[Tom14]

Still in a bit of a state of disbelief.

No changes, though Coleman didn’t have many touches his pressure was excellent.

 

[Johnny Bananas]

Reckon we'll play Geelong, West Coast or Collingwood? My money's on Geelong, they look like a much stronger team.

 

[Tom14]

Reckon we'll play Geelong, West Coast or Collingwood? My money's on Geelong, they look like a much stronger team.

I'm assuming West Coast beats the pies, then I'm hoping they can get over Geelong. Don't think West Coast can win two straight finals in QLD.

 

[fugitive]

Reckon we'll play Geelong, West Coast or Collingwood? My money's on Geelong, they look like a much stronger team.

Geelong will have a point to prove after another QF loss so I'd also put my money on Geelong, their game style is a bit more predictable than Tigers so I'd be reasonably confident against them. I expect it to be a replay of 2004 GF after that if all goes to plan.

 

[davemc_lions]

I say Eagles beat Pies.
Then Cats beat Eagles in QLD.
So be the Cats which not easier.. Nor the Eagles although 2 in a row away from WA be hard.

I think Port can beat the Tigers as well. Tigers have to beat Saints or Dogs.. Both of those teams can have really good games.

 

[Jayrod]

So this game will be at the Gabba on Saturday the 17th ?

 

[X AE A12]

I'm going to change from 4 Pines Pacific Ale to Carlton Draught, or the XXXX Dry if they have it upstairs

 

[MSB ROYS]

Can't wait to smash whoever we play. Go Lions!

 

[LionsOrDieTrion]

Imagine if it’s Bris Geel and Port StK prelim like 2004.

 

[Tom14]

So this game will be at the Gabba on Saturday the 17th ?

Saturday twilight if they follow the structure from last year (highest ranked team who wins the qualifying final plays friday night).

 

[PattyKwasagun]

Saturday twilight if they follow the structure from last year (highest ranked team who wins the qualifying final plays friday night).

I think they only play the prelim at twilight if one of the teams needs to fly home that night to prepare for the GF, as opposed to playing at night and making them fly back the next day.

Seeing as the only team in the finals based outside of QLD after this week is Port, I would think the game will probably be on the Saturday night as no travel is needed.

 

[fugitive]

I was a nervous wreck for 2 whole days before the qualifier. I think I will just go into a 2 week coma for this one.

Me too, almost turned the telly off during the 4th quarter when the tigers were coming

 

[MacMum]

Imagine if it’s Bris Geel and Port StK prelim like 2004.

Those stats were pretty amazing..

 

[X AE A12]

 

[Lace Out]

Hey ,we could fall in a hole but it’s a frickin PRELIM..after 15 years of not looking like a threat we are a bit threatening!

 

[MSB ROYS]

7 pm on the Saturday night...

 

[M Malice]

7 pm on the Saturday night...

That would be the start of the television coverage I think, more likely a 7.40/50pm bouncedown.

 

[KissKiss]

We've now ticked off everything I hoped for this year. Right from the start I set my expectations at winning a final. Anything from here is a total bonus

 

[jjami15]

That would be the start of the television coverage I think, more likely a 7.40/50pm bouncedown.

Day light saving starts down south tomorrow so first bounce is at 6:40 for us.

 

[M Malice]

Day light saving starts down south tomorrow so first bounce is at 6:40 for us.

Could be, I didn't notice on the channel 7 graphic if it said standard time or daylight saving.

Edit- You're right I just checked on afl.com

PRELIMINARY FINALS
Friday, October 16
First Preliminary Final, Port Adelaide v Richmond or St Kilda at Adelaide Oval, 7.20pm ACDT (7.50pm AEDT)

Saturday, October 17
Second Preliminary Final, Brisbane v [Winner of First Semi-Final] at the Gabba, 6.40pm AEST (7.40pm AEDT)