Saints' Nasiah almost missed game due to eye issue, Dees analyze defeat

Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera almost didn't play against Melbourne due to an eye stye but ended up as the matchwinner for St Kilda. Dees suffered a massive defeat despite a strong start, leading to a historic comeback by the Saints.

Jul 27, 2025 - 15:24
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Saints' Nasiah almost missed game due to eye issue, Dees analyze defeat

Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera almost missed playing against Melbourne on Sunday due to a stye in his eye. However, he ended up being the hero in St Kilda's historic comeback victory. The Saints coach received alarming news from the doctor but Wanganeen-Milera managed to play and scored two crucial goals in the final minutes, securing the win for St Kilda.

After a tough season, this victory will boost the confidence of the young Saints team. The game saw key contributions from various players, including Marcus Windhager and Max Hall. Melbourne, who had a strong lead at three-quarter time, faltered in the final quarter, allowing St Kilda to capitalize on the momentum shift and claim the win.

Despite the loss, Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin emphasized the need for his team to regain their ruthless nature and composure under pressure. The defeat serves as a learning experience for Melbourne as they aim to bounce back and recapture their winning form.

According to the source: afl.com.au.

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