AFL LIVE: Carlton Blues put form to the test against Geelong Cats at MCG
The Carlton Blues are looking to continue their recent success against the Geelong Cats at the MCG. Interim coach Josh Fraser attributes the team's improvement to a natural evolution and the foundations laid prior to his tenure. The Blues have recently secured wins against the Western Bulldogs and Port Adelaide after a challenging start to the season.
- ▪Carlton has won two consecutive matches since the departure of former coach Michael Voss.
- ▪The team struggled with a 1-8 record before Fraser took over as interim coach.
- ▪Fraser believes the team's recent success is due to both their evolution and previously established foundations.
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6.37pmCan Fraser’s Blues keep firing against the Cats?By Carlton caretaker coach Josh Fraser has credited the club’s recent wins to a natural evolution and he’s embracing the chance to further showcase the Blues’ progress in Friday night’s clash with Geelong at the MCG.The Blues have posted morale-boosting wins against the Western Bulldogs and Port Adelaide since Michael Voss stood down as coach following the round-nine loss to Brisbane.Interim Carlton coach Josh Fraser.Getty ImagesCarlton’s second-half fadeouts were a big reason behind their 1-8 start to the season, which ultimately cost Voss his job.The Blues have shown more resolve under Fraser, but the former Magpies ruckman says foundations already set were a big part of their recent success.ShareShow more
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