Opinion

It's only fair we ditch shortened quarters for AFL's final series, right?

By Howard Kotton
Updated July 2 2021 - 3:10am, first published September 14 2020 - 4:30pm
Essendon has massive issues to resolve in the post-season after another wasted year in 2020. Photo: Chris Hyde/Getty Images
Essendon has massive issues to resolve in the post-season after another wasted year in 2020. Photo: Chris Hyde/Getty Images

AFL finals series should revert to longer quarters to ensure legitimate battle for glory

The AFL has done a marvellous job to complete the 153 regular-season games, but its decision to maintain shorter quarters for the finals series does not stand up to scrutiny.