G’day, mates! Wombat Junior here, and if you didn’t hear the racket from Melbourne yesterday, what rock have you been hiding under? Grab a seat, 'cause I’ve got the lowdown on the 2024 AFL Grand Final. The Sydney Swans didn’t just win – they smashed the other team by 60 points! It was so big, people will be talking about it for years.
The Parade – Bigger Than a BBQ Chook!
Now, if you reckon the AFL parade is just a reason to skip school, you’re pretty much right! But crikey, Melbourne knows how to throw a party. The streets were packed with footy fans, waving their flags and singing team songs like they’d just won the lotto. The Swannies rocked up looking slick as a sausage roll at the servo. They walked through the streets like they already knew they were gonna win. And guess what? They did!
The Big Game – Swannies Fly, Melbourne Sighs
When the final siren went off at the MCG, Swans fans were bouncing around like kangaroos. The Sydney Swans played like they had rocket boots on, while Melbourne looked like they forgot how to play footy. Buddy Franklin was unstoppable, kicking goals like it was easy as grabbing the last Tim Tam. By the third quarter, the Swans were so far ahead, Melbourne fans were ready to pack it in.
Callum Mills? He was chasing down players like a dog after a tennis ball, and the Swannies' defence was so tough, you couldn’t even get through it with a crowbar. Melbourne didn’t stand a chance.
The Crowd – Cheers for Swans, Tears for Melbourne
The Melbourne crowd came looking for a win, but they got a shock instead. By halftime, Swans fans were louder than a bunch of cockatoos, and Melbourne supporters were quieter than a sleepy koala. Sydney fans were celebrating so hard, it felt like they’d taken over the whole city.
After the Game – Melbourne Scratches Their Heads
After the game, Melbourne was left wondering, “What happened?” The experts were already picking apart every mistake, trying to figure out why their team couldn’t keep up. Meanwhile, Sydney? They’re still partying! It’s been 21 years since their last premiership, and they’re making up for lost time.
What’s Next?
So, what’s next for footy? The Swans are back on top, and every other team will be after them next season. Will they stay on top, or will someone knock them down? Who knows, but it’s gonna be an awesome season!
Until then, keep your footy talk sharp and your meat pies warm. Catch ya later, legends!
Wombat Junior
PS Mum, Dame Wombat, also wrote about the game in her Billabong Bulletin.
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