It has been another huge week on afc.com.au as the Crows prepare to take on Essendon in Saturday night’s blockbuster clash.
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Until next week, 19th Man.
Friday, June 20
Show no mercy: Sando
Brenton Sanderson says Adelaide will not be distracted by Essendon’s off-field issues and has demanded a ruthless performance from his charges this weekend.
Trio to push for Balfours Showdown selection
Adelaide’s coaching panel could have a few selection headaches for next week’s Balfours Showdown XXXVII with a number of Crows on the comeback trail.
Eddie meets “kid with yellow sleeves”
Josh Warren had a front-row view of Eddie Betts’ magical goal from the boundary against the Kangaroos.
Confidence grows for SANFL Crows
Alex Spina says a growing belief amongst the Club’s young players is behind Adelaide’s recent SANFL form.
Thursday, June 19
Lyons back in the hunt
Young midfielder Jarryd Lyons has been recalled to the senior side for Adelaide’s clash with Essendon.
Lynch in
Tom Lynch is set to play his first match in seven weeks this Sunday in Adelaide’s SANFL fixture against North Adelaide.
Enemy: Chapman out
Essendon has recalled Dustin Fletcher for Saturday night’s clash with the Crows but will be without dangerous forward Paul Chapman
Stifle the spread
Luke Brown says Adelaide must work to smother Essendon’s uncontested game to bring home the four points this weekend.
Crows break Facebook milestone
The 19th Man has helped Adelaide’s Facebook page surpass a significant milestone this week.
Wild ride for Fantasy Crows
Adelaide’s Fan Fantasy team continued its rollercoaster season after being edged out by the Kangaroos in the side’s latest league matchup.
Wednesday, June 18
VB still hopeful of 2014 return
Crows skipper Nathan van Berlo has taken a significant step in his rehabilitation from a pre-season Achilles injury.
Pick your awesome foursome
Assemble your greatest ever Crows midfield in our latest 19th Man poll.
World Cup Challenge Ep 3: Penalties and Celebrations
In true World Cup fashion, the competition comes down to a penalty shoot-out with bonus points awarded for the best goal celebration.
What could have been: Patty Mills
Crows Ambassador and NBA Championship winner Patty Mills was on the radar of many AFL clubs in his junior years.
Stats that Matter: Rd 14
Adelaide and Essendon both sit just shy of the top eight with six wins apiece in 2014.
Tuesday, June 17
Enemy Territory: Essendon
A complete preview of Saturday night’s blockbuster with Essendon at Etihad Stadium.
Fantasy wrap: R13 vs North Melbourne
Tough midfielder Scott Thompson led the way for Adelaide with a huge AFL Fantasy score in Round 13.
World Cup Challenge Ep 2: Bend it like Beckham
Part 2 in the Crows World Cup Challenge as the boys try to make the round ball talk in the ‘Bend it like Beckham’ event.
Smith scores top votes
A perfect 10 was a just reward for Brodie Smith following the 22-year-old’s 29-possession master class from half-back.
Gala Ball ready to rock
A Fender guitar signed by rock icons AC/DC is one of the featured items in the Club’s Gala Ball auction to be held next month.
Monday, June 16
Crows aim to pile on pressure
Andy Otten says Adelaide must play aggressively against Essendon to deny the skilful Dons time and space.
World Cup Challenge Ep 1: Juggling
World Cup fever has hit West Lakes! Join host Patrick Dangerfield to see who has the fanciest foot skills in our first World Cup Challenge.
By the numbers: Rd 13
Brodie Smith showed once again why he is one of the competition’s most improved players this season.
Injury Update: Round 14
A number of Crows are eyeing returns in the coming weeks including 2013 leading goalkicker Tom Lynch.
Crows Spur on Mills
The Crows showed their support in following Club Ambassador and NBA star Patty Mills during his NBA Finals campaign
