Overview

• Adelaide kicked 12 unanswered goals in the first half en route to a 21.5 (131) to 5.11 (41) victory.
• Coach Dean Cox described the performance as 'unacceptable and embarrassing' and said the team will face tough training sessions.
• The Swans made uncharacteristic errors and conceded multiple 50‐metre penalties under Adelaide’s relentless pressure.
• Crows flanker Wayne Milera labelled Sydney 'a bit of a rabble' in a post-match interview, prompting an apology from the Adelaide CEO.
• The defeat drops Sydney to 14th with a 4–8 record, severely denting their chances of reaching the finals.