Fremantle Makes Five Changes Ahead of Qualifying Final Against Hawthorn

Fremantle has announced five changes to their lineup for the qualifying final against Hawthorn, scheduled for Thursday night. Notably, Brandon Walker will take the place of Judd McVee in the backline.

Walker, who has only played one match this season, is expected to help counter Hawthorn's small forward line, particularly star player Nick Watson. Walker has 67 games of experience but has seen limited action in recent seasons.

In addition to Walker, Murphy Reid returns from a groin injury, while Jye Amiss, Sam Switkowski, and Heath Chapman are also back in the squad. However, Tobyn Murray, Bailey Banfield, and Chris Scerri have been dropped, and Brennan Cox is out due to a calf strain.