Port Adelaide Shakes Up Roster Ahead of Showdown LVII
ADELAIDE — May 17, 2024 — Port Adelaide is making meaningful changes as they prepare to clash with the Adelaide Crows in Showdown LVII. The club has announced five changes to its lineup, unveiling injury returns and suspensions. The team is strategically adjusting its composition. Five players will get their chance, while the absence of key players looms large. For more insights, read on.
Port Adelaide Shakes Up Roster Ahead of Showdown LVII
port Adelaide has announced five changes to its lineup as they prepare to face the Adelaide crows in Showdown LVII this Saturday.Key players return from injury and strong performances in the SANFL, while others are sidelined due to suspension and omissions.
Key changes at a Glance
- In: Ryan Burton, Josh Sinn, Christian Moraes, Dante Visentini, Jed McEntee
- Out: Joe Berry (omitted), Willie Rioli (suspended), Logan Evans (omitted), Jordon Sweet (omitted), Will Lorenz (omitted)
The Ins and Outs: A Deeper Dive
Port Adelaide is strategically adjusting its team composition for the highly anticipated Showdown LVII. Hear’s a breakdown of the changes:
Returning Players
- Ryan Burton: The defender is back in the lineup after a standout performance in the South Australian National Football League (SANFL).
- Josh Sinn: Having successfully cleared concussion protocols, Sinn is set to bolster the team’s defense.
New Opportunities
- Dante Visentini: The young ruckman is poised to make his first AFL appearance of 2025.
- Jed McEntee: The small forward will also get his chance to shine at the AFL level.
- Christian Moraes: After serving as a traveling emergency, the first-year player, who already has six AFL games under his belt, has been named in the squad.
Omissions and Suspension
- Omitted: logan Evans,jordon Sweet,Will Lorenz,and Joe Berry have been omitted from the team for this match.
- Willie Rioli: The small forward is serving a one-match suspension, though he had already withdrawn his eligibility for selection.
Willie Rioli will serve a one-match suspension,however the small forward had already opted to withdraw his eligibility for selection this week.
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Interchange Bench
Ryan Burton, Josh Sinn, Christian Moraes, Jed McEntee, and Jeremy Finlayson have been named on the interchange bench. One of these five players will be designated as the tactical substitute an hour before the game begins. Burton, Sinn, Moraes, McEntee and Jeremy Finlayson have all been named on the interchange, with one of the five players to be named as the tactical substitute an hour before the bounce.
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A Look Back
The last time Port Adelaide faced the Crows was in Round 23 of the previous year at Adelaide Oval. Port Adelaide emerged victorious with a 22-point win. The last time Port Adelaide played the Crows was in Round 23 last year at Adelaide Oval, with the Power winning by 22 points.
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Match Details
Showdown LVII is scheduled for Saturday at 7:40 p.m. Adelaide time. Fans can catch the action live on Channel 7, Fox Footy, and Kayo.Saturday’s game will begin at 7:40pm Adelaide time, with the match broadcast live on Channel 7, Fox Footy and Kayo.
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FAQ
- Who are the new players coming into the team?
- Ryan Burton, Josh sinn, Christian Moraes, Dante Visentini, and Jed McEntee.
- Why is Willie rioli not playing?
- He is serving a one-match suspension.
- Where can I watch the game?
- Channel 7, Fox Footy, and Kayo.
- When does the game start?
- 7:40 p.m. Adelaide time on saturday.
