13 Goals! Matthew Lloyd's Greatest Game Ever? | Essendon v Sydney 1999

A true AFL classic from the golden era of full forwards. In Round 3, 1999, Matthew Lloyd produced one of the great individual performances of his career, booting an incredible 13 goals as Essendon demolished Sydney by 81 points. With the dominance of full forwards at its peak, Lloyd showed why he was becoming one of the most feared goal kickers in the competition. His accuracy, marking ability and leading patterns were on full display in a memorable MCG performance that remains one of the great forward-line masterclasses of the era. Relive the days when full forwards ruled the AFL, big bags of goals were common, and the battles between the game's best key forwards created unforgettable moments. Essendon Bombers v Sydney Swans — Round 3, 1999 Matthew Lloyd: 13 goals Final margin: Essendon by 81 points A must-watch for fans of classic AFL football and the golden era of the 1990s.