Richmond vs Brisbane @ the M.C.G. - Round 23, 2019

[Diocletian]

All the old Royboys coming out of the woodwork again after 15 years hibernation....

[one-eyed]

BRISBANE has been so bad against Richmond over the past decade that not even Lincoln McCarthy could believe the horror record when informed on Monday.

The Lions have lost an incredible 12 straight matches against the Tigers since their last victory in round seven, 2009.

"They've got 12 on us?" McCarthy queried, when asked by reporters at a South Bank recovery session.

"So, we haven't beaten them for the last 12 games? I didn't know that.

McCarthy said the prospect of playing in front of a big MCG crowd – bigger than many of the young Lions would have seen – at a venue they traditionally struggled at, would not be an issue.

"Grounds don't really faze us, it's just another game of footy," he said.

"We're going to try and put it up to Richmond and treat it like any other week.

"We've only played one game there (MCG) this year, that alone is an exciting factor for us and having numbers there is all the more reasons for us to show up and bring our best game."

https://www.afl.com.au/news/2019-08-19/crows-tick-eagles-tick-cats-tick-lions-now-aim-to-snap-tigers-streak

[Andyy]

They're gonna get fisted by the Tiges I reckon. Pretenders ....

[Simonator]

They remind me of us in 2017, but with even less experience.
Theyve been playing too well and are due for a loss... but look out next year they will be scary I reckon

[WilliamPowell]

Long range forecast for Sundsy is saying rain 

 

[Eat_em_Alive]

They remind me of us in 2017, but with even less experience.
Theyve been playing too well and are due for a loss... but look out next year they will be scary I reckon

They haven't had to endure the heartache or humiliation that our players had to but I understand what you're saying. For me that was the driving force behind the us against everyone mentality in 2017

[Diocletian]

They have far more support from the media & neutrals than we ever had...everyone was dreading us winning the flag....Brisbane have the "if my team doesn't win it hope they do" vote...

stuff 'em - their 3 flags are still far too recent for my liking they should still have to wait another decade at least.....

[one-eyed]

AFL website is tipping us to win by 5 points.

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Match preview: Richmond v Brisbane

AFL.com.au
Sarah Black
Aug 20, 2019

Where and when: MCG, Sunday August 25, 3.20pm AEST


What it means for Richmond: It's now or never for the Tigers in their quest for a top-four spot. Win and they get the second chance, lose and they'll be hoping for Essendon to overcome Collingwood to ensure Richmond's double chance.

What it means for Brisbane: Incredibly, the Lions are one game clear in first, with the minor premiership on the line. A disaster loss and other results could see Brisbane slide to fourth. 

The stat: Richmond has won 12 games straight against Brisbane, dating back to round 13, 2010. The last time these two sides met, the Lions didn't kick a goal until late in the third quarter.

The match-up: Harris Andrews vs Tom Lynch

Andrews (33rd in the AFL Player Ratings) traditionally took Lynch (272nd) when the pair met in QClashes, and looks set to meet the Tiger forward – who's third in the Coleman Medal race – once again.

It's a big week for: Dustin Martin

The Brownlow Medal-winning Dusty of 2017 is back at his scintillating best, coming off a 35-disposal game where his influence was obvious. With the Tigers pushing for a top-four spot, they'll need Martin to back up again.

Big call: Jack Riewoldt will be the key for the Tigers once again, kicking the winning goal for the second week running.

Prediction: Tigers by five points

https://www.afl.com.au/news/2019-08-20/match-preview-richmond-v-brisbane

[one-eyed]

The Lions haven't won at the 'G since 2014.

https://www.afl.com.au/news/2019-08-20/lions-ready-to-smash-106year-hoodoo-says-zorko

[one-eyed]

This Sunday, the Richmond Football Club will pay tribute to its loyal Tiger Army, dedicating Round 23 to the 103,358 members who have supported the Tigers in 2019.

Richmond is also offering all members one complimentary general admission ticket, so you can bring a friend to experience the last home and away match of the season. For more information or to redeem your complimentary ticket, please email membership@richmondfc.com.au.

The Tigers will be vying to surpass their record crowd at the MCG against an interstate team, which currently stands at 58,721 from Round 13, 2017 against Sydney.

A sizeable crowd would also see Richmond keep its spot atop of the AFL average home crowd attendance rankings.

For the Lions, they’ll be looking to break their record home and away crowd of 61,868, which was recorded when they played Collingwood in Round 19, 2003.

https://www.richmondfc.com.au/news/2019-08-21/thank-you-tiger-army

[Slipper]

Long range forecast for Sundsy is saying rain 

 

Rain would be an advantage to us obviously, but I feel it kept the Eagles in the game last weekend.

We had them on toast at half time, and when the weather came it evened things up for them.

[Eat_em_Alive]

Long range forecast for Sundsy is saying rain 

 

Rain would be an advantage to us obviously, but I feel it kept the Eagles in the game last weekend.

We had them on toast at half time, and when the weather came it evened things up for them.

Let the media and everyone else think the rain is why we won, I'm sure we'll meet again in the finals and next time will be no mercy

[Gracie]

They remind me of us in 2017, but with even less experience.
Theyve been playing too well and are due for a loss... but look out next year they will be scary I reckon

Playing well and have momentum

But three things
- look at their draw and the amount of easy games they have had. Will not get that again next year. They have had 2 one point wins at the Gabba. Things have worked in their favour
- very few injuries with only three listed on their injury list and none of them are stars
- Look at Melbourne last year everyone thought they would be scary in 2019.

Brisbane are just about to get a reality check

[one-eyed]

The MCG website has bumped up its expected crowd prediction to just under 70k.


Estimated attendance
69,500

Please note the general admission areas are subject to change.

Look out for the screens displaying the map of available general admission areas on a match day, located inside each entry gate.

https://www.mcg.org.au/whats-on/events-calendar/2019/august/richmond-v-brisbane-lions-august-25

[one-eyed]

Melbourne weather - Sunday 25 August

Summary
    Min 9
    Max 14
    Shower or two.
    Possible rainfall: 1 to 2 mm
    Chance of any rain: 70%

Melbourne area

Mostly cloudy. High (70%) chance of showers. Winds southwesterly 15 to 20 km/h becoming light during the afternoon.

http://www.bom.gov.au/vic/forecasts/melbourne.shtml