'Like a bush league': AFL slammed
The AFL has faced criticism from the Footy Classified panel, which includes notable figures like Jimmy Bartel and Matthew Lloyd. They described recent events in the league as reminiscent of a 'bush league'. The panel's comments highlight growing frustrations with the AFL's handling of various issues.
- ▪The Footy Classified panel criticized the AFL for its recent controversies.
- ▪Jimmy Bartel and Matthew Lloyd were among the panelists voicing their concerns.
- ▪The term 'bush league' was used to describe the AFL's current state.
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