Overview

• The AFL acknowledged that umpires failed to award Izak Rankine a mark or free kick with 1 minute and 44 seconds remaining in the game.
• The decision denied Rankine a potential shot at goal to secure a win for the Adelaide Crows, who lost to the Gold Coast Suns by one point.
• The error was confirmed in a review by the AFL, which contacted the Crows on Sunday to inform them of the mistake.
• Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks expressed frustration but emphasized that the team made other errors throughout the match.
• The Gold Coast Suns remain unbeaten at 3-0, while the Crows suffered their first loss of the season, missing out on the chance to lead the ladder.