Round 4, 2026: Opportunity Missed, Mountain Ahead
Three rounds in, and Essendon are still searching.
After a frustrating 12-point loss to North Melbourne, the Bombers showed signs of progress—but ultimately, it was another game that slipped away. Poor conversion, costly turnovers, and lapses at key moments continue to define a side struggling to turn performance into results.
In this episode, we break down what went wrong (and what went right) against North. From improved ball movement and structural tweaks, to familiar issues in front of goal and defensive transition—we dig into the data behind a game that probably should have been won.
But…
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