The lineup for the Showdown is set as the Crows and Power prepare to clash.
The lineup for the Showdown is set as the Crows and Power prepare to clash. South Australian Showdown Set to…
The lineup for the Showdown is set as the Crows and Power prepare to clash. South Australian Showdown Set to Ignite Adelaide Oval.
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The anticipation mounts as Adelaide and Port Adelaide gear up to ignite Round Eight with a thrilling Showdown on Thursday night at Adelaide Oval.
Adelaide’s Quest for Redemption
After a resounding victory over North Melbourne last week injected fresh hope into their campaign, Adelaide, with a 2-5 record, aims to secure more than just bragging rights against their cross-town rivals. The Crows’ recent dominance over the Power, clinching convincing wins in both clashes last season, fuels their confidence, rendering a third consecutive victory hardly surprising in the unpredictable realm of the Showdown.
Port Adelaide’s Determined Stand
Port Adelaide, standing at 5-2, managed to fend off St Kilda in the previous round, albeit not without casualties among key players. Now, facing their biggest rivals, Ken Hinkley’s men seek to demonstrate their ability to rise to the occasion as the stakes escalate. Despite concerns over Captain Connor Rozee’s hamstring, his inclusion underscores the Power’s resolve to face the challenge head-on. However, the absence of Aliir Aliir and Sam Powell-Pepper due to injury necessitates strategic adjustments.
A Farewell to a Legend
The showdown also marks an emotional farewell for Adelaide fans bidding adieu to club stalwart Rory Sloane, who announced his retirement earlier in the week. His departure adds poignancy to an already charged atmosphere.
Lineup Adjustments
In team adjustments, Adelaide introduces No.8 draft pick Dan Curtin, set to make his debut alongside the returns of Jordon Butts and Brodie Smith. Meanwhile, Port Adelaide’s Jeremy Finlayson remains sidelined following a three-match suspension, while Ryan Burton and Jed McEntee step in to fill the void. Notably, Will Hamill, James Borlase, and Luke Pedlar are absent from Adelaide’s lineup.
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No Late Surprises
As the excitement mounts, there are no late changes to either side’s lineup, setting the stage for an unaltered showdown.
Substitutes Ready for Action
Brodie Smith stands ready as Adelaide’s substitute, while Jackson Mead assumes the role for Port Adelaide, poised to make an impact if called upon.
Game Details:
- Match: Adelaide vs. Port Adelaide
- Location: Adelaide Oval
- Time: 7pm ACST