Swans put tough week behind them with stirring AFLW win in front of record crowd
The Sydney Swans AFLW team secured a significant 24-point victory over Essendon in front of a record-breaking crowd at the SCG. The win was emotionally charged following a difficult week for the club.
Why it matters
The record attendance highlights the growing popularity and commercial viability of women's professional sports in Australia.
Sydney's AFLW team has defeated Essendon in front of a record crowd at the SCG
--> Taylor Smith celebrates a goal during round two, 2026. Picture: AFL Photos/Getty Images IN FRONT of a record crowd, Sydney's AFLW side has claimed a hard-fought 24-point victory over Essendon at the SCG on Sunday afternoon, prevailing in an intense, physical arm-wrestle that sizzled with raw emotion after a difficult week off the field for the Swans.
In front of a record crowd of 16,672, the 9.12 (66) to 6.6 (42) win marked just the second time the AFLW team has played for premiership points at the venue, with Sydney holding firm on home turf.
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