Blues, Tigers to resume rivalry in MCG clash High-flying Carlton are warm favourites to account for Richmond in their MCG clash, but coach Michael Voss is taking nothing for granted. AAP · Jun 29, 2024
St Kilda coach sympathises with Port counterpart St Kilda coach Ross Lyon says he can't understand all the critical fuss about Port Adelaide counterpart Ken Hinkley. AAP · Jun 29, 2024
Eagles' Harley Reid told to brace for another tag test West Coast will welcome back Harley Reid for their AFL clash with Hawthorn, with coach Adam Simpson warning the youngster to get used to being tagged. AAP · Jun 28, 2024
Tough miss will shape Nicho Hynes: Coach Fitzgibbon Nicho Hynes had the chance to shake off a tough month with a field goal at the death against Canterbury, but his attempt floated away to the left. AAP · Jun 28, 2024
Demons 'a bit safe' but plenty to play for: Goodwin Simon Goodwin admits a second-straight goalless final term is reason for some introspection, but that there's optimism after a narrow loss to Brisbane. AAP · Jun 28, 2024
Lions pip Demons after McCluggage's special finish Hugh McCluggage, after a half-time rocket, kicked the match-winner from the boundary as the Lions came from 24 points behind to beat the Demons by five points. AAP · Jun 28, 2024
Consistency key as Suns seek to shake unwanted tag Gold Coast are desperately searching for consistency as they prepare for a huge AFL test against reigning premiers Collingwood. AAP · Jun 28, 2024
Essendon determined to finally end Geelong hoodoo Essendon have been bullied by Geelong for 20 years, but the Bombers can finally end the hoodoo in club great Dyson Heppell's 250th game. AAP · Jun 28, 2024
Optus Stadium turf faces slippery slope of criticism West Coast coach Adam Simpson and his Fremantle counterpart Justin Longmuir have spoken out about their concerns over the playing surface at Optus Stadium. AAP · Jun 28, 2024
Out-of-form Giants need to 'toughen up' for Crows match GWS forward Callum Brown says the Giants will need to rediscover their hunger if they want to beat Adelaide and stay in the hunt for finals. AAP · Jun 28, 2024
Port coach Hinkley vows to fight on under AFL heat Coach Ken Hinkley says he accepts the scrutiny on his dozen years as Port Adelaide coach amid a current form slump. AAP · Jun 28, 2024
Dockers back in mids to match it with Sydney's stars Fremantle's premiership credentials will receive a huge test on Saturday when they take on the ladder-leading Swans at the SCG. AAP · Jun 28, 2024
The AFL’s illicit drug policy is under fire but the bigger issue is that not all sports have one In March, Australian MP Andrew Wilkie used parliamentary privilege to allege the Australian Football League (AFL) was operating an “off the books” illicit drug testing regime that is at odds with its obligations under the World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) Code. The Conversation · Jun 28, 2024
Ex-Socceroo Zdrilic to be 'diamond' coach: Perth Glory A new era has begun at A-League Men club Perth Glory, with former Socceroos striker David Zdrilic appointed to lead the revamped squad for the next three years. AAP · Jun 28, 2024
AAP · Jun 28, 2024 Voss defends Blues' Walsh from 'ridiculous' commentary Carlton coach Michael Voss has hit out at "ridiculous" commentary after Sam Walsh was on the end of a dangerous tackle from Patrick Dangerfield.
AAP · Jun 28, 2024 Stiff Bontempelli 'optimistic' about tackling Kangaroos Bulldogs skipper Marcus Bontempelli appears set to line up against North Melbourne despite a training mishap, while Aaron Naughton returns from injury.
AAP · Jun 27, 2024 Gawn, Demons await as Big O enters Lions' record books Oscar McInerney will become the most-capped Brisbane Lions ruckman when he lines up against old foe Max Gawn of Melbourne at the Gabba.
AAP · Jun 27, 2024 Roo Wardlaw suffers training concussion The Western Bulldogs will load up on forward-line bigs in their match against North Melbourne following the return of Aaron Naughton and Sam Darcy.
AAP · Jun 27, 2024 Ex-AFL agent Ricky Nixon sentenced over postie attack Former AFL player manager Ricky Nixon has given the middle finger to media outside of court before being sentenced over an attack on a postman.
AAP · Jun 27, 2024 Magpies set to take flight with flag stars returning Jordan De Goey, Brody Mihocek, Scott Pendlebury and Oleg Markov are all back from injuries to bolster Collingwood's line-up for the AFL clash with Gold Coast.
AAP · Jun 27, 2024 Tigers tackle new Dusty dilemma in back end of season A series of short breaks between matches will force Richmond coach Adem Yze to manage some of his senior stars, including Dustin Martin, during the run home.
AAP · Jun 27, 2024 Coniglio headlines three Giant returns for Crows clash GWS star Stephen Coniglio has recovered from injury and is set to cause trouble for Adelaide, with Harry Perryman and Isaac Cumming also returning.
AAP · Jun 26, 2024 Acres inks new Blues deal, West name continues at Dogs Carlton have re-signed Blake Acres until the end of 2027, while Rhylee West's career-best year has been rewarded at the Western Bulldogs.
The Guardian - AU · Jun 26, 2024 From the Pocket: if Tom Hawkins has played his last game, he bows out with nothing more to prove What’s extraordinary is that Hawkins made it this far, writes Jonathan Horn in our weekly AFL newsletter
AAP · Jun 26, 2024 Saints chasing AFL balance on return from bye St Kilda's Liam Henry believes balance between attack and defence is crucial if the Saints are to reverse their fortunes in the latter stages of the AFL season.