In a closely fought contest at Stratarama Stadium, Glenelg defeated Eagles by 14 points in their SANFL match on 12 September 2026.
Final Scores
Glenelg | 5.4 (34) | 6.5 (41) | 7.6 (48) | 11.9 (75)
Eagles | 4.3 (27) | 6.5 (41) | 9.7 (61) | 9.7 (61)
MATCH SUMMARY
The opening quarter saw both teams engage in a fierce battle, with Glenelg managing to edge ahead by a narrow margin. Glenelg kicked 5 goals and 4 behinds, while Eagles responded with 4 goals and 3 behinds, leaving the score at 34 to 27 in favour of the home side. Joel Thiele was instrumental for Glenelg, contributing significantly to their early lead.
In the second quarter, the scoring remained tight, with both teams adding 1 goal and 1 behind each to their tallies. Glenelg's total increased to 41 points, while Eagles matched their score, bringing their total to 41 as well. The quarter ended with both teams locked at the same score, showcasing the competitive nature of the match.
The third quarter saw a shift in momentum as Eagles found their rhythm, scoring 3 goals and 2 behinds, which propelled them to a 61-point total. Glenelg, however, managed to add 1 goal and 1 behind, bringing their score to 48 points. Despite the Eagles' strong performance, Glenelg remained within striking distance as they entered the final quarter.
In the last quarter, Glenelg surged ahead decisively, scoring 4 goals and 3 behinds to finish with a total of 75 points. Eagles, unable to match the intensity, could only manage 2 behinds, leaving their score unchanged at 61 points. This final quarter performance solidified Glenelg's victory, demonstrating their ability to capitalise on opportunities when it mattered most.
BEST PLAYERS
Glenelg: Isaac Hyatt, Joel Thiele, James Langley, Thomas McKay, Jack McAuley
Eagles: Not available
GOAL SCORERS
Glenelg: Joel Thiele (3), James Langley (2), Cooper Horsnell (1), Nick Stevens (1), Lucas McInerney (1), Thomas McKay (1), Tom Corcoran (1), Kobe Gibson (1)
Eagles: None
PLAYED AT
Stratarama Stadium (Glenelg Oval)
By Ethan Parker