INTERVIEW - Jimmy Bartel - 02 September 2026
Summary
Jimmy Bartel and the host discuss North Melbourne’s surprise sacking of Alastair Clarkson and the potential successors. They analyze the timing of the Adelaide Crows’ coaching uncertainty ahead of their match against the Bulldogs, debating whether it was a leak or strategic pressure. The conversation also covers Pendlebury’s move to the Gold Coast as an assistant coach and Port Adelaide’s complex trade strategy involving Zach Butters. Finally, they preview the Crows-Bulldogs game and reflect on the AFL’s new wild card weekend format.
Topics discussed
North Melbourne's decision to move on from Alastair Clarkson
Speculating on North Melbourne's next coaching hire
Adelaide Crows' early decision regarding Matthew Nix
How the Matthew Nix story may have leaked to media
Pendlebury's move to Gold Coast as assistant coach
Collingwood fans' reaction to Pendlebury's departure
Strategies for Port Adelaide in the Zach Butters trade
Tactical preview: Adelaide Crows vs Western Bulldogs
Opinions on the AFL's wildcard weekend format
Closing remarks and sponsor acknowledgment
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