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With five results under a goal, this exciting weekend proved just about anything is possible in AFL footy. It appeared to be a round full of one-sided matches, but several teams produced stunning upsets as the race for the finals, and the positions within the top eight, were shaken up.Friday nights nail-biter between the Bulldogs and Magpies was just about the game of the season, with the Dogs securing a crucial four points as they look towards September.West Coast and Geelong both laid claims for the comeback of the round -- if not the season -- with incredible come-from-behind victories against GWS and Richmond respectively.The Eagles, so insipid on the road for most of the season, looked down and out against the Giants before showing enormous resolve to win, thanks to Nic Naitanuis brilliance just before the siren.And the Cats?Jekyll and Hyde Cats were both woeful and spectacular within the one game, coming back from 35 points at three-quarter time to break Tigers hearts.With such a congested top seven, both wins could prove crucial in the make-up of the finals.Elsewhere, Melbourne kept their unlikely finals hopes alive with a mature victory against Port Adelaide, while the Lance Franklin-inspired Swans flexed their considerable muscle against the Saints and the Crows kept rolling against the Dockers.The Brisbane Lions finally found something to smile about after holding on against Carlton, while the Bombers were revelling after breaking through for their second win of the season, against Gold Coast.?HEROESNic Naitanui: What an epic finish to the West Coast vs. GWS contest at Spotless Stadium on Saturday afternoon. With only a handful of seconds remaining, Naitanui won his own clearance and somehow snapped a curling goal with his left foot as the person in charge of the siren got set to press down on the buzzer. It was incredible, and had shades of Nick Davis famous last-gasp match-winner for the Swans against Geelong in the 2005 semifinal. It was a truly gutsy effort by the Eagles, who came back from 18 points down midway through the final term to steal it. It also boosted West Coasts hopes for a double chance in September, or at least a home elimination final.The inaugural Pride Game: Kudos for St Kilda and Sydney for launching the leagues first pro-sexual diversity match. The event was an adaptation of the grassroots Pride Cup championed by Jason Ball and the Yarra Glen Football Club, and featured rainbow-coloured jumper numbers, footballs, 50m arcs and umpire flags. Much like the AFLs battles against racism and other forms of intolerance, the initiative aims to ensure all walks of life are welcome in this great game of ours. An important step towards total inclusion.Essendon:?The Dons could easily be excused for going through the motions after such a horrible year, but theyre still?fighting and hung in there for a win against Gold Coast. Its the sort of spark that provides impetus and confidence through pre-season as they set themselves on returning from the mire in season 2017. David Zaharakis, Orazio Fantasia and Zach Merrett were huge as the Bombers ended their longest losing streak in a day that saw seven lead changes. Its fair to say despite having won only two matches this season, the future is bright at the Bombers, especially if they secure one or two more of their unsigned stars.VILLAINSSimon Tunbridges sling tackle:?In the fourth quarter of the Giants vs. Eagles clash, GWS defender Adam Kennedy was knocked out after a brutal Simon Tunbridge sling tackle. While the Eagle would have not intentionally caused the injury, he showed a lack of due care for his opponent, whose head crashed into the turf with sickening force. He had to be carted off the field in obvious distress. The AFL has for many years tried to outlaw tackles of this nature, so no doubt Tunbridge will face the wrath of the MRP this week.The LED signage and proximity of the fence at Etihad Stadium: Early in Friday nights thrilling Western Bulldogs vs. Collingwood contest, young Magpie Darcy Moore careered into the signage with his face, proving yet again we have a disaster waiting to happen. The Western Bulldogs defender on his tail didnt even contribute to the incident on the lead - this was a 200cm key forward, a young star in our game whose momentum in diving for the ball carried him over the boundary line, across the controversial astroturf border and into the LED advertising boards face-first. Surely the fence is too close to the boundary line. We dont want to return to the days of Waverley Stadium -- where there were literally metres between the fence and the boundary, because fan engagement is now so important -- but player safety must also be paramount.Dysfunctional forward lines:?One thing a forward line cannot be held to account for during a loss is when there is a clear lack of supply or quality entries. But Carltons forward line looked like they had just introduced themselves to each other in the rooms prior to the game against Brisbane.?When Carlton had momentum in the third and final terms they couldnt capitalise through a lack of connection and execution. Geelong also had repeated entries for no reward against Richmond, choosing to sit the footy on top of the outnumbered Tom Hawkins in the first 3 quarters. As forwards, there has to be multiple options for a ball carrier, particularly someone coming at them through a hook lead or short hit-up. Then its also about changing starting points, different leading patterns to create space by taking an opponent away or freeing up teammates through a subtle block. Geelong have plenty of work to do prior to September to understand their best 22. Thankfully they clicked in the final term with a switch in structure and personnel by pushing Harry Taylor and Lachie Henderson forward, to overcome a 35-point deficit. Carlton, meanwhile, need to delve into the draft pool and pluck one of the best available tall forwards. Levi Casboult, Harry McKay (yet to debut) and another would be a start to solve their forward line issues. Nike Tanjun Grigie . Jeff Green scored 13 points and Kris Humphries 12 for the Celtics, who nearly blew an 18-point, second-half lead. Sullingers 20-20 was the first by a Celtics player since Kevin Garnetts first game in Boston in 2007. Garnett was dealt -- along with Paul Pierce -- to Brooklyn during the off-season. Nike Cortez Uomo . The incident occurred at 19:56 of the second period of the Kings 4-2 road win over Edmonton on Sunday. Nolan punched Oilers forward Jesse Joensuu in the jaw in front of the Kings goal during a scrum. http://www.scarpenikescontate.it/nike-air-huarache-sconti.html . -- The Bishops Gaiters are showing they belong among the countrys top varsity football teams. Nike Huarache Uomo Blu .C. -- After a listless first half, the Washington Wizards used a big third quarter run to beat the Charlotte Bobcats Bradley Beal scored 21 points and the Wizards used a 17-0 run in the third quarter to take control of what had been a close game and beat the Bobcats 97-83 on Tuesday night. Nike M2k Tekno Bianche .2 billion agreement with Rogers Communications for the leagues broadcast and multimedia rights. BRIDGEVIEW, Ill. -- David Accam scored in the 80th minute and the Chicago Fire eliminated the New England Revolution from playoff contention with a 2-1 victory Sunday.Chicago (7-16-10), already out of the playoff race, won for the first time since Sept. 3. New England (10-14-9) lost for just the second time in its last six games.Michael de Leeuw opened the scoring in the ninth minute for Chicago. Brandon Vincent rolled a cross into the area and an open De Leeuw redirected it home at the near post. Accam scored his ninth goal of the season when he raced to Jonathan Campbell through ball and finished on a one-on-one opportunity.ddddddddddddNew England tied it in the 43rd minute on Diego Fagundezs shot from distance.There were two red cards in the second half. Luis Solignac was given a straight red for Chicago in the 54th minute after tripping London Woodberry with his studs up. In the 73rd minute, New England goalkeeper Brad Knighton was sent off for taking down Accam in a goal scoring opportunity. ' ' '