‘Cannot have this’: Xerri’s ugly incident takes the focus off Essendon’s 0-3 start
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Source: The Age
Published: 2026-03-28 22:54 UTC+10:00
Section: Sport / AFL
Factuality Score: 95
Opinion Category: Neutral
Topics: Sport, Australia
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Snippet:
North Melbourne ruckman Tristan Xerri is set to be sent straight to the tribunal and is in danger of a suspension after appearing to smear blood on the face of Essendon skipper Andrew McGrath in the Kangaroos’ two-goal victory on Saturday night.
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