Re: Rd 1 Carlton vs Richmond Post Game Prognostications
Reply #184 –
I think Martin was the difference between the 2 teams last night. Stepped up when we threatened to stretch the lead beyond 3 goals (still our Achilles heel - the inability to get that extra crucial goal). The best 'fender offerer' in the game which crapes me to tears. Teams should start anticipating this move as he does it every time - maybe the would be tackler should drop their knees Selwood-style so that, instead of Martin pushing you in the chest, he inadvertently pushes you in the face which is a free kick every time.
I was thinking along the same lines. Another tactic may be to focus on grabbing the fending arm and giving it a good chicken wing.
Kreuzer put him down in the last quarter but I'm not sure if it was an arm sling or body tackle.