It wasn’t the highest scoring game of the season but when it mattered Essendon stood up, going on to win 8.12.60 to 7.11.53 at Marvel Stadium.

David Mundy did all in his power to help the away side with 34 disposals and a goal, Brandon Matera the only Docker managing multiple goals.

Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti was one of the Bombers best with 3 on the night.

Dockers defender Joel Hamling suffered a cut to his head early in the match, but returned to play out the game.

The loss means the Dockers could slip out of the 8, depending on other results tomorrow.

Brad Hardie votes for our Tony Barlow Menswear player of the year 👔👔

5️⃣ David Mundy
4️⃣ Nathan Wilson
3️⃣ Brad Hill
2️⃣ Nat Fyfe
1️⃣ Taylin Duman#AFLDonsFreo

— 6PR Football (@6prfootball) May 18, 2019