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Marcus Bontempelli Earns Perfect 10 in Coaches' Votes for Round 19

2026-07-21 · Marcus Bontempelli · Player Focus

Marcus Bontempelli earned a perfect 10 votes from coaches in Round 19 of the AFL season, leading the Western Bulldogs to a win over Gold Coast on Sunday. The star midfielder cut Nick Daicos' lead in the AFLCA Champion Player of the Year race to just 17 votes, setting up a thrilling finish to the season.

What happened in Round 19?

Bontempelli was one of four players to receive the maximum 10 votes from coaches in Round 19. His standout performance helped the Western Bulldogs secure a crucial victory over Gold Coast. Meanwhile, Daicos picked up nine votes in Collingwood's win over Carlton, maintaining his lead at the top of the leaderboard.

Other players to receive perfect scores included Tom Sparrow, Harris Andrews, and Jarman Impey. Bailey Smith and Rowan Marshall also impressed, each earning nine votes in Geelong's win over St Kilda.

Why it matters for Marcus Bontempelli

With five rounds remaining, Bontempelli is now just 17 votes behind Daicos in the race for the AFLCA Champion Player of the Year Award. The Western Bulldogs star has been in sensational form this season, and his latest performance has put him firmly in contention for the prestigious award.

Bontempelli's consistency and impact on the field have been key factors in his rise up the leaderboard. His ability to influence games and contribute to his team's success has not gone unnoticed by the coaches, who have rewarded him with maximum votes on multiple occasions.

What comes next?

The battle for the AFLCA Champion Player of the Year Award is heating up, with Bontempelli and Daicos set to go head-to-head in the final rounds of the season. Both players will be looking to maintain their form and secure crucial votes to claim the top spot.

As the season enters its final stages, all eyes will be on Bontempelli and Daicos to see who can come out on top in this closely contested race. The Western Bulldogs star will be aiming to continue his impressive form and close the gap on his rival, while Daicos will be looking to extend his lead and secure the award.

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