As a die-hard supporter born into the Essendon family tree, it disheartens me to see our beloved football club constantly burdened by demonstrable umpiring bias, especially at the recent Geelong v Essendon game. There is a palpable feeling that our club is on the losing end of decisions far too often. Such injustice not only shatters the essence of a fair game but deeply affects thousands of dedicated Essendon supporters, including myself. What we are requesting is not special treatment but simply a fair shake of the sauce bottle.

The Australian Football League (AFL) prides itself on the motto 'everyone's game,' but the situation offers evidence to the contrary. Analysis places Essendon Football Club below the average in umpiring decisions. Such a consistent bias is not coincidental but rather systemic and unfair. Our legacy and the spirit of the sport we love are at stake.

I urge you to join this petition, to call on the powers that be to report these allegations of umpire bias to the Court of Arbitration for Sport. Through this, we hope to shine a light on the issue and protect the game we all cherish. Essendon fans, and lovers of AFL in general, let's stand up to ensure fairness prevails in our sport. Please, sign and share this petition.