AFL Photographer Michael Willson went behind the scenes to capture some candid pre-finals moments.
AFL Photographer Michael Willson went behind the scenes to capture the excitement and energy around Waverley Park ahead of this Thursday's Qualifying Final.
Here are some of the candid moments.
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