Melbourne Demons vs Adelaide Crows AFLW Finals LIVE: Dees, Crows battle at Ikon Park as semi-finals begin

Crow Teah Charlton has soccered through a goal to put the Crows ahead for the first time in this match.

And just to make things worse for the Dees, ruck-defender Lauren Pearce is off with a painful-looking eye injury.

Brooke Boileau of the Crows is tackled by Demon Shelley Heath.Credit: AFL Photos

Seven reported her eye was already showing signs of bruising. She has come back on, but her eye looks pretty unpleasant.

Pearce has been so dependable, especially winning marks in defence.

Crows 22, Dees 21 seven mins to go in Q2.