INTERVIEW: Jimmy Bartel- 23 September 2026
Summary
The FIVEAA crew discusses the AFL preliminary final weekend, praising the Fremantle-Sydney arm wrestle and the Hawthorn-Brisbane twilight game. They debate the AFL's consistent suspension of Locky Neil and critique the matrix used for disciplinary decisions. The panel also analyzes Nick Daicos' premiership form and the potential impact of new voting rules. Finally, they predict Brisbane will win the Grand Final due to their speed and attacking options, while advising Fremantle to improve their forward line ball use.
Topics discussed
Intro, sponsor thanks, and Fremantle reserves win
Preliminary final weekend recap and conditions
Analysis of Fremantle vs Sydney and Hawthorn vs Brisbane
Locky Neill suspension and AFL consistency debate
Scott Pendlebury appeal and matrix simplification
Nick Daicos and the new Brownlow voting system
Twilight Grand Final: Fan preferences and compromise
Grand Final preview: Brisbane vs Fremantle tactics
Fremantle forward line issues and positioning
Midfield matchups and final prediction
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