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DARK SECRETS: Franklin returns to hawks nest in farewell to fans | Rare Historical Photos

Sydney and Hawthorn fans united to applaud retired hero Lance Franklin. (Scott Barbour/AAP PHOTOS)

AFL goal-kicking legend Lance Franklin had "goosebumps" on his return to the MCG as he made a rare public appearance to pay tribute to his two former clubs and bid farewell to fans.

Franklin was a guest of Hawthorn on Sunday as they took on Sydney for the first time since the 37-year-old's retirement last year.

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