Dockers claim underdog status as decimated Swans await Fremantle players have been told the job isn't done yet after they secured a preliminary final berth against Sydney with a 14-point win over Geelong. AAP · Sep 11
Geelong star in for surgery as Cats dealt knockout blow Geelong veteran Jeremy Cameron is booked for more surgery on his injured arm and faces a stint on the sidelines after the Cats' AFL finals exit. AAP · Sep 11
Scott sees the punch line in ARC's controversial call The AFL world was in disbelief after Cats wingman Oliver Dempsey was denied what looked to be a spectacular goal during his team's 14-point semi-final loss. AAP · Sep 11
Danger stands tall, star Cats battle in AFL finals exit Patrick Dangerfield backed it up on the big stage, but other high-profile Cats struggled to make an impact in their AFL semi-final loss to Fremantle. AAP · Sep 11
Fremantle Dockers v Geelong Cats: AFL semi-final – as it happened The Dockers hold off the Cats with Luke Jackson standing tall for the minor premiers in an all-time classic at Optus Stadium The Guardian - AU · Sep 11
Spanish superstar makes call on Victory future The best player in the A-League Men competition, Juan Mata, has decided not to continue playing at Melbourne Victory. AAP · Sep 11
'Fallen for the same thing': rebound kings remain wary To think the Lions will bounce back at the Gabba against Adelaide because they've done it before would be repeating the errors of a week ago, Chris Fagan says. AAP · Sep 11
'Truth established' over ex-Carlton chief's lewd photo The former wife of an ex-PwC chief executive and AFL club boss says she's glad the truth is out after settling her defamation case against him. AAP · Sep 11
Fierce finals furnace burns on slow-starting Dockers Fremantle's record-breaking season is in danger of ending in a whimper unless they can defeat Geelong in Friday night's semi-final clash at Optus Stadium. AAP · Sep 10
Fremantle frenzy turns to fear as AFL finals straight-sets exit draws near Dockers fans’ optimism is on the brink of turning into despair with the minor premiers needing to beat the Cats to keep their premiership dreams alive The Guardian - AU · Sep 10
Defender gives Carlton the blues as he stays a Bulldog Western Bulldogs defender Buku Khamis has made a decision on his AFL future amid interest from Carlton. AAP · Sep 10
Trial told of a knock in the night and an upset sister saying: 'I believe I got raped' Two Hunter footballers are accused of forcing an 18-year-old woman into a threesome. Newcastle Herald · Sep 10
No panic: McVee in as Dockers vow to right the wrongs Fremantle players succumbed to Hawthorn's pressure in last week's AFL qualifying final flop, but Justin Longmuir is backing his team to right the wrongs. AAP · Sep 10
Pillow prank explains how Bennett's magic still works Wayne Bennett turns 77 next year. But the supercoach is still finding new ways to help his South Sydney players relax as they hunt another premiership. AAP · Sep 10
AAP · Sep 10 How Cats great would get the most out of hobbled star Tom Hawkins believes there is a key reason why former teammate Jeremy Cameron can still fire for Geelong despite carrying injury concerns into their semi-final.
AAP · Sep 10 Why Moose is Fremantle's rock amid the chaos Fremantle captain Alex Pearce isn't afraid to show his vulnerability alongside his strength, and his leadership is allowing teammates to thrive.
AAP · Sep 10 'A challenge': new Crow on first clash against ex-club Adelaide's prized recruit Callum Ah Chee says he never expected his first clash against his former club Brisbane would be in a final.
AAP · Sep 10 Lions ace reveals how close he came to joining Crows Brisbane's dual All-Australian star Zac Bailey has spoken about the tough decision of turning down a monster offer to join Adelaide next year.
The Canberra Times · Sep 9 Best of the best: NPL players that will decide grand final day champions The biggest day of the year in Canberra soccer is here.
AAP · Sep 9 Ex-Dockers fan sets sights on ending Flagmantle tilt Fremantle are staring down the barrel of a straight sets finals exit, and a former fan may play a role in ending their premiership dream for 2026.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 9 AFL finals: where the Brisbane v Adelaide semi-final will be won and lost The Lions are now on the long road to a premiership three-peat as they host the Crows with a preliminary final clash with the Hawks on the line
AAP · Sep 9 Victory down Sydney, seal Australia Cup final spot Melbourne Victory will represent the A-League Men in the Australia Cup decider after they secured a 2-0 win in a Big Blue semi-final showdown with Sydney FC.
AAP · Sep 9 Sharks premiership window nowhere near closing: Hynes Cronulla star Nicho Hynes denies his club is running out of time to win another NRL premiership.
AAP · Sep 9 Axed Blues forward opens up after AFL axing Carlton have delisted seven players, with Elijah Hollands and former GWS star Zac Williams the biggest casualties.
AAP · Sep 9 'Win some, lose some': Crows on failed bid for top Lion Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says the cashed-up Crows will continue to make big plays for rival talent after missing out on luring a Brisbane star.