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CENTRAL DISTRICT has booked its tenth consecutive grand final berth with a shock win over Glenelg in the second semi-final.

Continuing their reign over the SANFL, the Bulldogs snuck back from being 20 points down at three quarter time to claim a two-point win over the Tigers.

Although Central was competitive early, the Elizabeth side was unable to convert opportunities and allowed Glenelg to dominate the second and third terms.

However, the reigning premiers ignited their trademark spark in the final quarter to earn the win and go straight through to the 2009 grand final.

Coach Roy Laird said the win was among the best in his history with the club and that the team would welcome next weekend off before the grand final on Sunday, October 4.

The Dogs will expect the return of gun midfielder Ian Callinan and solid defender Andrew Hayes for the premiership match.

Minor premiers Glenelg will now face Sturt in the preliminary final next Sunday after the Double Blues overcame Woodville-West Torrens in the first semi-final by 10 points.

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