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Last-minute goal sees Suns down Blues in a thriller

2019-04-14T17:30+10:00

Gold Coast has claimed a remarkable win over Carlton in a game that went right down to the wire.

In a low-scoring contest, the Suns led at the end of the first term but Carlton fought back, courtesy of three second-quarter goals from Mitch McGovern.

The home side were never out of the game and fought all the way until the end to win by just two points.

Stuart Dew's side have now won three straight games for the first time since 2016.

Here’s everything you need to know!

The Talking Point: Does the pressure mount on Brendon Bolton?

This game provided a big chance for Carlton to claim its first win of the season.

But the Blues failed to get it done due to some costly skill errors towards the end of the game.

They haven't won a game since Round 19 in July last year.

Considering the game was against the Suns at Metricon Stadium, the Blues would've backed themselves in to win.

The Moment: Jack Bowes the hero for the Suns

It took a hero to stand up for the Suns and in the end, it was Jack Bowes.

He gathered the ball in a mad scramble and snapped it through for a goal, leaving the Blues just 10 seconds to get it up the other end.

They couldn't make the most of their opportunity, which helped the Suns to a memorable win.

The Medical Room: Setterfield tackle leaves young Sun concussed

A dangerous Will Setterfield tackle restricted young Sun Will Powell to just under a half of game time.

Powell required assistance off the ground as he was driven into the turf.

He took no further part in the game.

What’s next?

The winless Blues head to Marvel Stadium to take on the Bulldogs, who will be aiming to bounce back from two straight losses. Gold Coast are aiming for four straight wins against Adelaide. The Crows have won 11 straight games against the Suns.

Full Score

Gold Coast: 3.1, 4.4, 5.8, 8.11.59
Carlton: 1.3, 5.4, 7.7, 8.9.57

GOALS

Gold Coast: Sexton 2, Holman 2, Wright, Witts, Ainsworth, Bowes
Carlton: McGovern 3, Cripps 2, Fisher, Walsh, C Curnow

BEST

Gold Coast: Miller, Fiorini, Witts, Swallow, MacPherson
Carlton: Cripps, Walsh, Murphy, Weitering, Thomas

Reports: Nil

Injuries: Will Powell (concussion)

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