See Jordan Lewis of the Hawthorn Hawks here? That’s how your local Arsenal supporter feels today. You should go and give that Gooner a hug.

For more about this hit, check out these columns by Mark Robinson and Jake Niall. Jake, in particular, makes this interesting observation:

In the northern states, the perception that AFL is safer than the rugbys is a significant advantage. Those north-of-Murray mothers, though, are more likely to become soccer mums than footy mums if this thrilling game spawns too many high-velocity accidents. Perhaps, like Lewis and Harbrow, spectactor appeal and player safety are running in opposite directions.

(Thanks for the tip, Simon.)