It's a sombre day, is ANZAC Day.

A day Australians come together to recall with reverence of the sacrifices of the men and women who have served this country.

Since 1995, two of of the nation's biggest sporting clubs have gone head to head on April 25th, serving up countless classics to do their part in honouring the servicemen and women the day celebrates.

Collingwood, and Essendon. Two Victorian powerhouses who, over the years, have seen their colours adorned by some of the codes biggest names. Here's a ranking of 10 of the very best players who have featured in the Magpies v Bombers showpiece since its inception. It's some list if Gavin Brown and Nick Daicos can't get a gig!

9. Dustin Fletcher

A lanky picture of consistency, "Fletch" played for his childhood club 400 times, earning his place in one of football's most exclusive and illustrious clubs.

Two premierships, two All-Australians, a best and fairest in a premiership year, and a career defined by dedication to task and "set and forget" reliability in a Bombers' back half that underwent multiple evolutions around him in his 23-season tenure.

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