Young midfielder Jarryd Lyons has been recalled for Friday night’s Semi-Final against Hawthorn.
Lyons, 23, replaces wingman Rory Atkins, who has been omitted after being substituted out of Adelaide’s Elimination Final win over the Western Bulldogs.
Atkins, defender Jake Lever and veteran utility James Podsiadly are the emergencies.
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The Crows completed a light training session at AAMI Stadium on Thursday morning before flying to Victoria for the third straight week. Interim Coach Scott Camporeale said the team was in good shape ahead of the Semi-Final.
“They’ve recovered really well,” Camporeale said.
“All the physical signs, all the wellness signs are all really positive. It was a beautiful day out there (for training today) so they’re excited to get over the Melbourne and see what we can do.”
Adelaide will be aiming to record their second-ever finals win over Hawthorn this week.
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About 15,000 public tickets remain for the match which starts at 7:50pm (local). Purchase tickets
The winner of Friday night’s match will play Fremantle in a Preliminary Final at Domain Stadium on Friday, September 25.
Fans heading to the MCG can purchase last-minute merchandise at our CROWmania store in the Federation Square precinct. After the game, the Club will hold a post-match function in the Yarra Park Room, Level 3, Gate 3 in the Olympic Stand at the MCG. All fans are welcome, but entry is subject to capacity.
The team is:
IN: Jarryd Lyons
OUT: Rory Atkins (omitted)
