It doesn’t get any bigger than this. This Saturday morning at Fremantle Community Bank Oval, our Colts go head-to-head with arch-rivals South Fremantle in a blockbuster Finals Week Two showdown. The stakes couldn’t be higher — the winner books their spot in the Grand Final, while the loser takes the long road through the prelim.

It’s first versus second and both sides have proven why they’ve been the benchmark all season. South Fremantle come in with a strong percentage (186.22) and plenty of firepower up forward, while East Fremantle have shown grit, resilience and the ability to win big games when it matters most.

The rivalry has already been on display in 2025, with the ledger split at one win apiece. In Round 8, the Sharks edged out the Bulldogs in a thrilling three-point victory. South Fremantle struck back in Round 17, keeping East Fremantle to just five goals in a defensive arm wrestle. With everything on the line, expect another fierce contest where momentum swings and pressure will tell the story.

The numbers suggest little separates the two teams. South average 287 disposals per game to East Fremantle’s 277, while the Sharks edge them slightly in marks (58 to 57). Both sides average 11 goals per game, proving this matchup will likely come down to which team can handle the heat and take their chances in front of goal.

For East Fremantle, the opportunity is clear — beat your biggest rival on their home deck and earn a direct ticket to the Grand Final. With the Sharks faithful behind them, the stage is set for a thrilling chapter in this historic rivalry.

Match Details:
Saturday, September 6
8:30am Bounce
Fremantle Community Bank Oval

The rivalry is real. The stakes are high. Don’t miss it.