The ball was delivered into the forward 50 by Ryan Hargrave, with Akermanis collecting the loose possession, evading a number of opponents and kicking a great goal from the boundary.
Bulldogs fans are encouraged to view and vote for Akermanis' goal here.
Aker is in the running with Blue Brendan Fevola and Saint Nick Riewoldt, with voting open until Sunday night.
In 2008, the winner of the Toyota AFL Goal of the Year award will receive:
- The use of a TRD Aurion for 12 months, presented by Toyota
- $5000 for their grassroots club, presented by Toyota
- A crystal replica of the official perpetual Toyota AFL Mark of the Year trophy
- The Phil Manassa Medal
After the 22 rounds of the Toyota AFL Premiership Season, the AFL All-Australian selection committee will decide the overall winner from the weekly winners.
The award will be the presented during 2008 Toyota AFL Grand Final week.