AFL rules on Dogs coach’s shock ‘obvious’ call on post-siren shot… which would’ve caused a ‘riot’
The AFL has confirmed that umpires followed proper guidelines during a controversial final-minute set-shot in a Western Bulldogs versus Collingwood match. Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge expressed frustration, claiming the player should have been called for 'play on' due to time delays.
Why it matters
The incident highlights ongoing debates regarding officiating consistency and the pressure of high-stakes professional sports decisions.
AFL TEAMS WESTERN-BULLDOGS AFL rules on Dogs coach’s shock ‘obvious’ call on post-siren shot… which would’ve caused a ‘riot’ YOU COULDN'T SCRIPT THIS! | 11:12 Tim Miller with Tyler Lewis from Newswire August 29th, 2026 4:15 pm The AFL is comfortable “umpires followed proper guidelines”, according to CODE Sports reporter Jon Ralph, when allowing Tim Membrey to take his last-gasp set-shot, despite Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge’s claim the Collingwood forward shouldn’t have been allowed to take his kick at the end of Friday night’s wildcard final thriller .
With the Magpies trailing by just three points, Membrey on Friday night took a strong mark inside 50 with 35 seconds to go.
But his kick would miss to the near side, prompting jubilant celebrations from Bulldogs fans in the MCG stands – and a heartwarming reaction as Pies and Dogs players alike gathered to console the devastated 32-year old .
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