The Swans have confirmed that a ruckman fell victim to a freak injury at the MCG on Thursday night. “Green was at the venue watching the AFL match between the Sydney Swans and Hawthorn when he tripped down the stairs of the MCG, breaking a bone in his foot. Watson gave it to Swans fans after he kicked the final goal of Thursday night’s game at the MCG. The moment a Coke bottle got thrown at Nick Watson (Image: Herald Sun). Source: FOX SPORTS“The AFL is working with the MCG to investigate the matter,” the AFL said in a statement.

Source: The Star March 20, 2026 07:38 UTC