Kyle Langford spurns chance for Anzac Day glory as Essendon and Collingwood DRAW historic game in 28-year first
- The Anzac Day match ended in a draw
- Essendon and Collingwood played an exciting game
- Kyle Langford had a chance to take all the glory but missed
For the first time since the first Anzac Day match between Essendon and Collingwood, the prestigious match has ended in a draw.
The Bombers and Pies played out a dramatic affair at the MCG on Thursday afternoon, but neither side managed to come out with all the spoils in a match that ended with twelve goals and thirteen deficits apiece.
Essendon star Kyle Langford had a chance to take all the glory with a set shot within scoring range, but he blasted his effort wide and registered a deficit.
Before that, Jamie Elliott had stolen the spotlight with a spectacular mark, climbing above the 202cm tall Ben McKay to claim what will surely be a front-runner for the title of the year.
Bombers captain Zach Merrett took home the Anzac Day medal after registering 31 disposals, eight tackles and six clearances.
More to follow.
Essendon and Collingwood played out a dramatic draw in their Anzac Day match
Bombers Captain Zach Merrett took home the Anzac Day Medal for his achievement