Western Bulldogs captain Marcus Bontempelli to have his back assessed after leaving training early following tackle
9 months ago

Western Bulldogs captain Marcus Bontempelli to have his back assessed after leaving training early following tackle

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Western Bulldogs captain Marcus Bontempelli is in doubt for the AFL clash with North Melbourne after hurting his back in an incident at training. Marcus Bontempelli 2024 per game AFL rankings 2nd in score involvements 5th in centre clearances 6th in goal assists 6th in contested possessions 9th in inside 50s 14th in clearances Source: Footywire Bontempelli fell awkwardly under the weight of a tackle from a teammate on Wednesday and left the field early, reportedly with a back spasm. Bontempelli has been in scintillating form this season, sitting among the leading Brownlow Medal contenders after finishing runner-up for the second time last year. While losing Bontempelli would be a blow to the Dogs' midfield, Sam Darcy is back from suspension, and fellow key forward Aaron Naughton is a chance to return from a knee injury.

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