Jets lick wounds after fumbling early lead in ALM draw Newcastle coach Rob Stanton is embracing the pressure as the A-League Men finals race heats up, refusing to let frustration seep in after a draw with Macarthur. AAP · Mar 28, 2025
Eagles back in 'humble' Harley ahead of derby day West Coast are doing all they can to wrap their arms around Harley Reid as the former No.1 draft pick cops a barrage of criticism from around the country. AAP · Mar 28, 2025
Dockers urged to wake up ahead of crunch western derby Fremantle's hopes of a top-four berth are already on thin ice following an 0-2 start to the season but they're determined to bounce back in Sunday's derby. AAP · Mar 28, 2025
MCG demons: Noble's advice to Suns about stadium stigma Gold Coast have a poor record at the MCG but have a chance to issue a huge statement in round three during their only regular-season game at the venue. AAP · Mar 28, 2025
Like Cats in mud: Lions reveal plans for wet Gabba Geelong schooled Brisbane in the arts of wet weather football in their past Gabba meeting, now the sides meet again in what will likely be similar conditions. AAP · Mar 28, 2025
Clarko's Kangas out to blunt Crows' scoring weapons North Melbourne will have to curb red-hot Adelaide's scoring power if they are to register their first-ever AFL win at Adelaide Oval. AAP · Mar 28, 2025
'Long time coming': boom recruit fired up for GWS debut Having overcome a hamstring injury, star forward Jake Stringer is ready to show what he can do when he plays his first game for GWS against Hawthorn. AAP · Mar 27, 2025
Emerging cubs revitalising Tigers ahead of Saints clash Hard-nosed pressure forward Rhyan Mansell is enjoying life helping to drive forward Richmond's group of talented youngsters. AAP · Mar 27, 2025
Hawks back Day as Bedford battle looms in Giants clash Hawthorn star Will Day can expect close attention from GWS tagger Toby Bedford when the two unbeaten sides clash in Launceston. AAP · Mar 27, 2025
Power left wanting as big guns fail to stand up Port Adelaide's big names, especially Connor Rozee and Jason Horne-Francis, were down on form in a disappointing 12-point loss to Essendon. AAP · Mar 27, 2025
Bombers coach jumps to defend maligned defender McKay Essendon defender Ben McKay has had a tough start to the AFL season but coach Brad Scott is adamant he is key for the Bombers. AAP · Mar 27, 2025
Bombers burst past Power for first win of AFL season Essendon have responded to five days of criticism by claiming their first win of the AFL season, beating Port Adelaide by 12 points. AAP · Mar 27, 2025
Sun faces tall order as Gold Coast take on Demons Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick is aware of the Suns' poor record against Melbourne and has set the scene for a pivotal rucking duel at the MCG. AAP · Mar 27, 2025
Ugly but effective: Lions OK with imperfect football Brisbane midfielder Jarrod Berry says the days of "perfect" football are long gone as he prepares to roll up his sleeves against modern-day AFL rivals Geelong. AAP · Mar 27, 2025
AAP · Mar 27, 2025 Beveridge keen to put Bulldogs' Ugle-Hagan saga aside Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has described Adam Treloar's calf setback as "emotional" as the club attempts to put the Jamarra Ugle-Hagan saga aside.
AAP · Mar 27, 2025 GWS unveil Stringer, welcome back Hogan against Hawks Greater Western Sydney will unveil star recruit Jake Stringer and welcome back goalkicking ace Jesse Hogan in their top-four clash against Hawthorn.
AAP · Mar 27, 2025 No rest: Hawks still hard at work ahead of Giant test Yet to see a complete performance from his side this season, Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell expects a huge test from Greater Western Sydney in Launceston.
AAP · Mar 27, 2025 Goodwin backs '100 per cent fine' Gawn for AFL response Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says he should have put a sock in it with his cryptic post-game comments on Sunday about captain Max Gawn.
AAP · Mar 26, 2025 Carlton star McKay sidelined due to personal reasons Carlton star Harry McKay will be sidelined indefinitely as the key forward deals with personal issues.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 26, 2025 Cheers and jeers, hugs and thugs: life as a sporting mascot is anything but predictable From punches in the beak to inflatable hammer attacks, I’ve copped it every which way in my 19 years as ‘Hawka’
AAP · Mar 26, 2025 McNamara strikes as City strengthen grip on ALW lead Holly McNamara struck for the 11th time this season as Melbourne City extended their record A-League Women unbeaten run with a 4-0 away win over Brisbane Roar.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 26, 2025 From the Pocket: Harley Reid needs time to grow up away from the glare of amateur psychologists The much-hyped West Coast midfielder has made an indifferent start to his second AFL season, but scrutiny of the 19-year-old remains over the top
AAP · Mar 26, 2025 'Tim's tough': Tigers to block out Taranto criticism Richmond will help star midfielder Tim Taranto block out criticism while they have no plans of tempering spearhead Tom Lynch's aggression.
AAP · Mar 26, 2025 Heartbroken Dockers aim to bounce back in western derby Fremantle are 0-2 following losses to Geelong and Sydney, but the players remain upbeat heading into Sunday's derby against arch rivals West Coast.
AAP · Mar 26, 2025 Debut set for Port young gun with Tourette syndrome Tom Cochrane will become the first AFL player with Tourette syndrome when he makes his debut for Port Adelaide against Essendon on Thursday night.