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A goal to ex-Magpie Nick Davis in the shadows of the final siren has helped the Sydney Swans secure a memorable victory against Collingwood by 20 points at Telstra Dome on Saturday, 17.7 (109) to 13.11 (89).

In an exciting final stage of the match, the Magpies booted five goals to draw to within 16 points after finding themselves 46 points down three minutes into the last quarter.


Chris Tarrant booted the last three of those to end the night with five majors but Davis ensured Sydney took the four points when he made no mistake after finding space 40 meters out in the left forward pocket.

After being well beaten by Hawthorn two weeks ago, Sydney coach Paul Roos has orchestrated fighting wins over Melbourne (on Anzac Day) and Collingwood to bring his side back to a 3-3 record.

Sydney’s victory also condemned the Magpies to their third straight loss,...

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