The Latest Breaking News on AFL

North hope Sheezel enjoys debut without extra pressure

North Melbourne co-captain Jy Simpkin says No.3 draft pick Harry Sheezel is ready to contribute to his new team on AFL debut against West Coast.

AAP · Mar 16, 2023

Michalanney is Crows' first father-son to play in AFL

Defender Max Michalanney is set to become Adelaide's first father-son selection to play an AFL game when he debuts against GWS.

AAP · Mar 16, 2023

Quiet McCarthy a different type of leader for the Lions

Lincoln McCarthy was one of five to interview for the Brisbane Lions captaincy after establishing himself as one of the AFL club's most respected leaders.

AAP · Mar 16, 2023

AFL to stick with gambling ads despite more than 75% of fans supporting bans

Number of gambling ads the top concern among fans, survey finds, ahead of umpiring and rule changes

The Guardian - AU · Mar 15, 2023

Can Swans rebound from grand final humiliation to make AFL history?

It depends whether John Longmire’s young team can buck a dispiriting historical trend dating back almost four decades

The Guardian - AU · Mar 15, 2023

Calf injury grounds Eagle Yeo for Kangaroos clash

West Coast are confident Elliot Yeo's latest injury will not keep him off the park for long but he will miss the season-opening clash at North Melbourne.

AAP · Mar 15, 2023

Roosters brace for Souths bashing unless they lift

Sydney Roosters five-eighth Luke Keary admits they will not be able to match it with South Sydney unless they improve out of sight.

AAP · Mar 15, 2023

No hangovers as Suns put record on line against Swans

Under Stuart Dew, Gold Coast have won four of six games against last year's AFL finalists Sydney, who they'll meet at home in round one.

AAP · Mar 15, 2023

It's time to stop shaming Jake Stringer: Shiel

Essendon star Jake Stringer's fitness has been put in the spotlight on the back of his recent hamstring injury, but Dylan Shiel thinks the criticism is unfair.

AAP · Mar 15, 2023

McRae's Magpies set sights on AFL 'Predator' Geelong

Collingwood coach Craig McRae has dipped into his bag of tricks for inspiration as he eyes an upset against Geelong in their blockbuster round-one clash.

AAP · Mar 15, 2023