The Latest Breaking News on AFL

Eagles shoot down reports of extended break for Simpson

West Coast claim they have not asked coach Adam Simpson to take an extended break at the end of the AFL season.

AAP · May 24, 2023

Magpies star Sidebottom reflects on journey to 300

Collingwood star Steele Sidebottom says a premiership this year would mean even more than playing in the Magpies' 2010 flag as a teenager.

AAP · May 24, 2023

Hawthorn CEO resigns from embattled AFL club

Justin Reeves has stepped down from his role as Hawthorn chief executive as the AFL club comes under increasing pressure over the racism investigation.

AAP · May 24, 2023

Pittonet deal not linked to De Koning future: Voss

Carlton coach Michael Voss is adamant ruckman Marc Pittonet's new four-year deal isn't linked to out-of-contract tall Tom De Koning's future at the AFL club.

AAP · May 24, 2023

Demons to take cautious approach with star Oliver

Melbourne star Clayton Oliver will be sidelined indefinitely with the Demons not willing to put a timeline on his return from a "minor" hamstring injury.

AAP · May 24, 2023

Basketballer Alex Starling signs with Adelaide 36ers after becoming an Australian citizen

A decade after Alex Starling moved to Australia to pursue an AFL career, the American has fulfilled a very different sporting dream — joining the NBL with the Adelaide 36ers on the same day as he became an Australian citizen.

ABC News · May 23, 2023

Riewoldt expects Hardwick to coach again in AFL

Richmond veteran Jack Riewoldt says it would be a shame if his long-time coach Damien Hardwick does not return to a senior role in the AFL.

AAP · May 23, 2023

Riewoldt feared his future was subject of Hardwick chat

Richmond veteran Jack Riewoldt has explained why Damien Hardwick jokingly chided him in the Richmond coach's resignation media conference.

AAP · May 23, 2023

Demon Lachie Hunter fails to overturn one-match ban

Melbourne's Lachie Hunter claims he did everything that was feasibly possible to protect opponent Connor Rozee from injury, but the AFL Tribunal has disagreed.

AAP · May 23, 2023

Geelong young guns Holmes, Clark cut down by injury

Geelong are hopeful of regaining Max Holmes after the mid-season bye, but there's no timeline for the return of Jhye Clark after he suffered a foot injury.

AAP · May 23, 2023