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Wildcard woes: Why the Crows are walking a tightrope

Source: abc.net.au Published Fri, 21 Aug 2026 21:48:08 +0000

Why This Matters

Key context: If Adelaide beats GWS on Saturday night, it could still face the precarious possibility of being both the first minor premier in the AFL to exit in straight sets and the first ever side to lose a wildcard final. This development from abc.net.au highlights ongoing changes in the sector.

If Adelaide beats GWS on Saturday night, it could still face the precarious possibility of being both the first minor premier in the AFL to exit in straight sets and the first ever side to lose a wildcard final.

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