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Eade defends role in St Kilda scrap
May 4, 2010 - 1:38PM
Western Bulldogs coach Rodney Eade has defended his side's part in last week's scrappy AFL game against St Kilda at Etihad Stadium.
The Saints' three-point win was roundly criticised by commentators and fans as an ugly spectacle, with too great an emphasis on defence.
The aggregate score of 95 points was the lowest in 475 games played at the ground and the combined 13 goals came at an average of 66 disposals apiece.
Eade said he had not listened to much of the criticism, but felt that sometimes it was necessary for teams to focus on shutting down opponents when trying to win.
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