Fri Sep 20 08:09:47 UTC 2024: ## Swans on the Verge of Grand Final, but Injury Concerns Looming
Sydney Swans are heading to the AFL Grand Final after a dominant 95-59 win over Port Adelaide in their preliminary final, but injury concerns are clouding their celebrations.
Captain Callum Mills, who tweaked his hamstring in the qualifying final, is in a race against time to be fit for the big game. He trained well on Saturday, but his availability remains uncertain.
Coach John Longmire, however, expressed caution recalling the 2016 grand final, where he opted to play an injured Mills. This time, he also expressed regret for picking an injured Sam Reid in last year’s grand final loss.
Adding to the Swans’ worries, young key forward Logan McDonald rolled his ankle during Friday’s game, leaving his grand final participation in doubt.
Meanwhile, veteran defender Dane Rampe, who flattened Zak Butters with a high hit, is under MRO scrutiny. Despite the incident, Rampe appears unconcerned.
Another player facing an uncertain future is Taylor Adams. The former Collingwood midfielder was dropped for the finals, and while he played a pivotal role in Sydney’s win, his spot for the grand final remains tenuous.
Adams, who missed last year’s grand final with a hamstring injury, is hoping to avoid a repeat of that heartbreak.
The Swans’ grand final opponent will be decided on Sunday with the clash between Geelong and Brisbane.
While the Swans are celebrating their win, their focus will quickly turn to injury recovery and finalizing their grand final team.
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