Re: Rd 5: Post Game Party!: Carlton vs. Fremantle
Reply #197 –
I wasn't aware of the "AFL Team of the Week" but it's not a bad effort to have two players selected, particularly as they're our first selections for the season.
Two of Carlton’s leaders have been recognised for their exceptional and gutsy performances in the Blues’ victory over Fremantle.
Captain Marc Murphy along with vice-captain Kade Simpson have been named in the AFL’s Team of the Week.
For the first time this season, two Blues featured in the line-up with ‘Simmo’ named at half-back and ‘Murph’ named on the interchange.
The skipper played an instrumental role in the Blues’ win over last year’s minor premiers, kicking a vital goal in the final minutes of the match to put his team back in front, and ultimately help seal the victory.
With 14 staples in his head, the midfielder was forced to wear a helmet during the Round 5 match – but that didn’t hinder his performance in the slightest.
Murph had 28 touches, including six tackles, four clearances and eight contested possessions, not to mention that critical goal.