AFL Wildcard Finals 2026 RECAP: Western Bulldogs defeat Collingwood Magpies results, video highlights, latest news; Tim Membrey misses with final kick
The Western Bulldogs defeated the Collingwood Magpies in the inaugural AFL wildcard game with a final score of 96-93. The match marked the retirement of Collingwood legend Steele Sidebottom, who received a guard of honor after the loss.
Why it matters
The AFL wildcard format is a new development in Australian sports, and the retirement of a major player is a significant cultural event for the league.
Sport AFL AFL AFL Wildcard RECAP: Magpies legend signs off after heartbreaking knockout loss Lachlan Harper Updated August 28, 2026 - 12.42pm . First published at 7.53am
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Collingwood go down in an absolute thriller as the Western Bulldogs advance for another week of elimination finals action.
We’ll catch you tomorrow for Melbourne’s clash with Carlton.
Share post Emotional scenes as Steele Sidebottom leaves the field for the final time.
The two-time Collingwood premiership winner retires as one of the club’s all-time greats and receives a standing ovation from the crowd.
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