Demons could hunt premiership coaches Simpson, Longmire Melbourne's decision to sack Simon Goodwin could force Carlton to act on coach Michael Voss, as Adam Simpson and John Longmire consider their next move. AAP · Aug 5, 2025
The sacking of Simon Goodwin was ruthless but the right call for the Demons There is no room for sentiment in the cut-throat world of AFL football and it became a matter of ‘when’ rather than ‘if’ the axe would fall on the coach The Guardian - AU · Aug 5, 2025
Injury opens door for luckless Lion's overdue moment Harris Andrews has endorsed Tom Doedee for an AFL shot with Brisbane, nearly two years after the Adelaide recruit first arrived at the club. AAP · Aug 5, 2025
'Now is the right time': Port champion Boak retires Port Adelaide great Travis Boak will retire at the end of the season alongside long-time coach Ken Hinkley, drawing the curtain on his 19-year AFL career. AAP · Aug 5, 2025
‘A massive call’: AFL premiership coach Simon Goodwin sacked by Melbourne Demons Melbourne have sacked premiership coach Simon Goodwin after almost nine seasons in charge of the AFL club, with just three games left in the 2025 campaign The Guardian - AU · Aug 4, 2025
Magpies flag changes for massive Hawks clash Jeremy Howe will make a welcome return from injury, but small forward Bobby Hill is ill and is in doubt for Thursday night's big match against Hawthorn. AAP · Aug 4, 2025
I've had a good crack: Ward retires with no regrets Beloved GWS champion Callan Ward knows he won't be part of the maiden Giants premiership team, but he ends his storied AFL career with no regrets. AAP · Aug 4, 2025
Key Demon has no plans on leaving as form lifts Being dropped to the VFL was just what Melbourne forward Bayley Fritsch believes he needed to turn his "embarrassing" form around. AAP · Aug 4, 2025
Crichton dodges ban, Tigers firebrand set for sidelines Alex Seyfarth's NRL season could be over after a monster ban from the match review committee but the news is better for Canterbury captain Stephen Crichton. AAP · Aug 4, 2025
Call-up looms for Fyfe after Young scans come through Fremantle have ruled Hayden Young out of Saturday night's clash with Port Adelaide, but there's still a chance he will return before the finals. AAP · Aug 3, 2025
Hollands returns as young Blue gets heartbreaking news Elijah Hollands has returned from personal leave following a two-and-a-half month break, and he's set to play in the VFL this weekend. AAP · Aug 3, 2025
Brisbane put horror show behind them to thrive on the big stage The reigning premiers click into gear at the right time of year to break another horror streaks with an ominous victory over Collingwood at the MCG The Guardian - AU · Aug 3, 2025
Star Dockers mid injured in comeback win over Carlton Fremantle have kicked seven goals to one in the last quarter to post a crucial 27-point win over Carlton which keeps them in the hunt for a top-four berth. AAP · Aug 3, 2025
Saints skipper wants to stay put St Kilda captain Jack Steele was a surprise substitute against North Melbourne but is adamant he sees his future with the Saints. AAP · Aug 3, 2025
AAP · Aug 3, 2025 Scott backs Cats' Jezza watch after Port demolition Coleman Medal leader Jeremy Cameron has added another six goals to his season tally in Geelong's dominant win over an undermanned Port Adelaide.
AAP · Aug 3, 2025 In-demand star shines as Saints see off North in AFL St Kilda are determined to keep out-of-contract gun Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera, who was once again the star of the show in their win over North Melbourne.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 2, 2025 Sportsbet advertises multi-bets on AFL website after pulling TV ads due to ‘community sentiment’ Ads encouraging sport fans to ‘bet now’ do not breach any rules but gambling reform advocates say it shows industry attempts to self-regulate have failed
AAP · Aug 2, 2025 Fagan hails young guns as Lions bounce back The Brisbane Lions might not get stalwart ruck Oscar McInerney back, but young tall Henry Smith filled his shoes superbly in a win against Collingwood.
AAP · Aug 2, 2025 McRae won't push panic button on Magpies' form slump Collingwood coach Craig McRae remains the "eternal optimist" following a third defeat in four games, taking the Magpies off the top of the ladder.
AAP · Aug 2, 2025 Lions roar back in style against flat Magpies The Brisbane Lions have ended a four-game losing run against Collingwood, taming the Magpies by 27 points at the MCG.
AAP · Aug 2, 2025 Suns exposure worth pain for Tigers coach Adem Yze said exposing some of his young talent to midfield minutes and getting rookie forward Harry Armstrong back on the park were positives on a tough night.
AAP · Aug 2, 2025 Swan stakes All-Australian claim in win over Bombers Superstar Errol Gulden has celebrated his 100th AFL match with a win, while a Swans teammate boosted his All-Australian credentials with a stellar performance.
AAP · Aug 2, 2025 Suns trounce toothless Tigers to boost top-four hopes Richmond have kicked just two goals as Gold Coast notched a percentage-boosting 84-point win that enhanced their AFL top-four hopes.
AAP · Aug 2, 2025 Battling Eagles 'not tough enough': coach Struggling West Coast were confirmed as 2025 wooden spooners in their thumping loss to Melbourne and coach Andrew McQualter delivered a scathing assessment.
AAP · Aug 2, 2025 Key Hawk suffers season-ending injury Hawthorn's premiership hopes have suffered a hammer blow with confirmation of an injury to star midfielder Will Day.