Sydney's thrilling preliminary final win over Essendon in 1996 remains one of the club's most famous.

It was Rodney Eade's first year as coach.

In this episode, the man known as "Rocket" explains why he had doubts as Tony Lockett lined up for goal after the siren, how that match was the night Sydney accepted the Swans, as well as who he'd choose between Plugger and Lance 'Buddy' Franklin.

He also addresses the main issues he sees in today's games, the advice he would give the AFL and what he would do if he was in charge of the league's umpiring department.

Join the football Hall of Famer and host Shane McInnes as they discuss one of the most famous 'misses' of all-time on Footy: Then and Now. 
--------------------------------------------------------------------
Each Wednesday, Shane McInnes is joined by champions of the game to step down memory lane and discuss a momentous edition of a corresponding match of that round.

Never-before-heard stories about iconic footy moments, life after footy, and plenty of banter and insight to get you hyped for the round ahead!

Don't miss an episode: Follow/Subscribe to Footy: Then and Now on your podcast platform of choice today.

See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.