Adelaide forward Darcy Fogarty has pinpointed Geelong defender Tom Stewart as a major threat ahead of the Crows' AFL clash against the Cats on Thursday night. Stewart played a pivotal role in Geelong's eight-point victory over Adelaide in Round 3, amassing nine intercept possessions and kicking a goal. Renowned for his ability to disrupt opposition attacks inside the forward 50, the five-time All-Australian defender remains a focal point of Adelaide's game plan.
Fogarty's Assessment of Stewart
Fogarty praised Stewart's impact, describing him as a player who consistently positions himself well and creates problems for opposing teams. He emphasized that Adelaide would aim to curtail Stewart's influence while maintaining an effective attacking structure. The Crows, with a 6-5 record after their mid-season bye, are eager to improve against top-tier sides following defeats to Geelong, Brisbane, Hawthorn, and Fremantle earlier this season.
Fogarty's Return and Team News
Fogarty, recently returning from a back injury, expressed his desire to make a stronger impact in the second half of the campaign after using his recovery period to rebuild fitness. Adelaide will be without suspended forward Riley Thilthorpe and injured star Izak Rankine. Veteran Taylor Walker is set to return, while mid-season draft recruit Hugo Hall-Kahan is expected to make his AFL debut. Fogarty noted that teammates are excited about Hall-Kahan's inclusion, having been impressed by his highlights and early training performances.
