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AFL clears Clarkson for boundary-line swearing

North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson has avoided a potential two-match ban after the AFL investigated him for a foul-mouthed outburst during Saturday's game.

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Flynn named for Eagles debut, Pies make five changes

Matt Flynn is poised for his long-awaited West Coast debut, while Collingwood have made five changes after being hit by more injury chaos.

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Max Gawn prepares for Dockers' double ruck challenge

After dominating in the win over St Kilda last weekend, Melbourne captain Max Gawn now faces Fremantle's ruck duo of Luke Jackson and Sean Darcy.

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Confidence just a word, Lyon says amid Saints slump

Coach Ross Lyon says St Kilda are working hard as they battle through a tough season, with only three wins so far and a tough trip to play West Coast looming.

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AFL coaches expect teething issues on rule tweak

All eyes will be on standalone Thursday and Friday matches as AFL coaches and players wait to see how a holding-the-ball rule tweak will be put into practice.

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Dockers back in Amiss, Walters forced to sweat

Fremantle forward Jye Amiss will get the chance to fix his goalkicking woes in Sunday's clash with Melbourne, but Michael Walters is no guarantee to be picked.

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High-flying Bombers avoid virus catastrophe before trip

Second-placed Essendon have been battling a virus that has swept through the club this week ahead of an important road trip to take on Gold Coast.

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Dogs need more hands to make light work of Pies

Collingwood and the Western Bulldogs are trying to cope with having key players sidelined by injuries heading into their AFL clash in round 12.

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'Astronomical deal' could tempt Smith: Beveridge

Rival AFL clubs are circling Bailey Smith but Luke Beveridge remains hopeful the out-of-contract midfielder will recommit to the Western Bulldogs.

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Returning Bulldog Sexton gives social media the boot

Toby Sexton is ready to take his chance as Canterbury's first-choice halfback after deleting social media to dedicate himself to his NRL return.

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Fantasia's impact at Carlton being undersold, says Voss

Carlton coach Michael Voss is appreciating the impact of Orazia Fantasia as the goalsneak prepares to play his former club Port Adelaide.

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Tears shed as Kangaroos select Payne, Teakle in too

Geordie Payne has been selected by North Melbourne with pick No.1 in the AFL's mid-season rookie draft, while ex-Port ruckman Brynn Teakle is headed there too.

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Clarkson under AFL investigation after latest outburst

North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson faces triggering a two-match suspended ban as the AFL investigates his latest foul-mouthed outburst during a match.

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Injured Port captain Rozee sidelined for Carlton clash

Port Adelaide captain Connor Rozee will miss Thursday night's blockbuster against Carlton because of an ankle injury.

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Dustin Martin holds up his end of the bargain as the AFL’s silent superstar

Richmond’s triple premiership player and Norm Smith medallist lets his football do the talking – and the game is better for it

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'Embarrassed' Lobb still in Bulldogs' plans: Beveridge

Luke Beveridge has reassured an "apologetic and embarrassed" Rory Lobb that he remains in the Bulldogs' selection mix despite reports of an AFL trade request.

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Nicks wants something to Crow about by winning at MCG

Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says ending his club's stretch of nine losses at the MCG is vital as the Crows' AFL season reaches a tipping point.

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AFL's mid-season rule tweak won't change much: coaches

The AFL is making a mid-season change to the controversial holding-the-ball rule after a backlash led by coaches.

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O'Halloran hungry for more Giants game time

After limiting Geelong's stars to prove he can take it to the best, midfielder Xavier O'Halloran is putting his hand up to become a key cog in the GWS machine.

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Off-contract Kolodjashnij wants to stay at Geelong

Geelong defender Jake Kolodjashnij has pledged his loyalty to the Cats, even as his home state of Tasmania prepares to enter the AFL in 2028.

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Big Mac ready to deliver in key role for Gold Coast

Exciting Gold Coast defender Mac Andrew has put his hand up for the big jobs after impressing against Carlton goal machine Charlie Curnow.

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Port to delay call on Rozee's fitness to face Carlton

Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley says he will wait until the last minute before deciding if captain Connor Rozee is fit to play Carlton.

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Legend Akermanis urges Rayner to lift Lions out of rut

Brisbane legend Jason Akermanis has urged the Lions' No.1 draft pick Cam Rayner to deliver on his potential and finally become a star of the AFL.

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Magpies' injury toll mounts with De Goey still out

Collingwood's injury toll shows no sign of abating, with Jordan De Goey among a host of stars sidelined for the defending premiers.

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Hawthorn racism claim reaches another stalemate

The Hawthorn racism saga could be headed for the Federal Court after the Human Rights Commission terminated a claim by First Nations former players.

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