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Lions coach admits Demons are AFL nemesis

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan concedes his team are struggling for answers against AFL premiers Melbourne after a 58-point defeat at the Gabba.

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Zorko apologises for inappropriate sledge

Brisbane captain Dayne Zorko has apologised to Melbourne's Harrison Petty for an inappropriate comment he made that left the Demon in tears on Friday night.

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Bulldogs chase backdoor AFL finals entry

The Western Bulldogs will need to beat Hawthorn in Tasmania before hoping Carlton lose to Collingwood to reach this year's AFL finals.

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Demons thrash Lions in Gabba AFL mauling

Melbourne have put themselves in the box seat for an AFL top-two finish with a comprehensive 18.7 (115) to 8.9 (57) defeat of Brisbane at the Gabba.

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Melbourne thrash Brisbane Lions in Friday night AFL blowout as sledge leaves Harrison Petty in tears

Melbourne have thrashed the Brisbane Lions at the Gabba, inflicting a morale-crushing 58-point victory on the eve of the finals, but a Dayne Zorko sledge that left Harrison Petty in tears marred the result.

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Blues opt to play it safe with Hewett

Carlton will welcome back Zac Williams and Adam Cerra against Collingwood, but George Hewett is being held back.

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How North Melbourne won and Essendon lost in the hunt for Alastair Clarkson

Results are not guaranteed at North Melbourne now they have Alastair Clarkson on deck, but the club has finally made the rest of the league notice them after years of an Arden Street slumber, writes Kyle Pollard.

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Clarkson lifts North spirits for AFL game

Leigh Adams will coach North Melbourne for one last time when the Kangaroos host Gold Coast before the Alastair Clarkson era begins at Arden St.

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Eagles brace for eye-watering Cats task

Geelong will be aiming to celebrate Patrick Dangerfield's 300-game AFL milestone in style and West Coast look as easy kill for the occasion.

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De Goey, Ginnivan in for Collingwood clash

Collingwood go into their blockbuster encounter against Carlton with Jordan De Goey and Jack Ginnivan in their line-up after overcoming injuries.

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Port AFL barbs cross the line: Crows coach

Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says Port Adelaide's leaders crossed the proverbial line with verbal taunts ahead of the AFL grudge game between the clubs.

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Essendon's Rutten uncommitted to coaching

Embattled Essendon coach Ben Rutten says he has "no expectations" regarding his future beyond Saturday night's clash with Richmond.

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Giants prepared for the Nat Fyfe of old

Fremantle captain Nat Fyfe will make his return from a hamstring injury as the Dockers look to keep their AFL top-four hopes alive with a win over GWS.

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Essendon admits to mishandling Ben Rutten coaching situation as Alastair Clarkson signs with North Melbourne

New Essendon president David Barham concedes mistakes were made as the Bombers left embattled coach Ben Rutten in the dark during their botched pursuit of Alastair Clarkson.

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Blues star Curnow signs bumper AFL deal

Rejuvenated forward Charlie Curnow, who is set to claim his first Coleman Medal, has signed a bumper six-year deal to remain with Carlton.

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Alastair Clarkson reveals reason for taking North Melbourne AFL coach job

Four-time Hawthorn premiership coach Alastair Clarkson says he is looking forward to helping North Melbourne rebuild as its coach.

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Clarkson commits to North, 'circus' over

Four-time premiership coach Alastair Clarkson will lead North Melbourne in their 2023 AFL campaign.

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Inside the Game: Carlton and Collingwood's defensive evolution a key as old foes clash again

The outside focus may be on Carlton and Collingwood's attacking stars, but changes on the other side of the ball have been vital for both sides as they prepare for an epic renewal of their rivalry this weekend, write Cody Atkinson and Sean Lawson.

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Neale to rise above tagging tactics in AFL

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan expects Lachie Neale's teammates to be smarter in their defence of the midfielder if he's copping heavy attention against Melbourne.

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Blues set to gamble for clash with Pies

Both Carlton and Collingwood will be bolstered by some big names for their blockbuster at the MCG on Sunday, while Fremantle will be without Rory Lobb.

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Alastair Clarkson to make AFL coaching call soon as Essendon, North Melbourne wait for his decision

Alastair Clarkson says he hopes to make a decision about his AFL coaching future soon, while admitting to feeling uncomfortable about being the centre of media attention.

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Shuey in, but which Eagles face the axe?

West Coast coach Adam Simpson has praised Luke Shuey for his ability to overcome a string of soft-tissue injuries in recent years by signing him for 2023.

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AFL coach circus 'embarrassing': Clarkson

North Melbourne expect Alastair Clarkson will decide if he wants to coach the Kangaroos by Sunday, or take up an audacious last-ditch offer from Essendon.

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I really don't like Crows: Port defender

Port Adelaide defender Darcy Byrne-Jones openly admits to his dislike of AFL rivals Adelaide ahead of their Saturday night clash.

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Fagan, Lions ready for Demons litmus test

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan has had the rematch with Melbourne circled ever since the defending AFL premiers bullied them in a 64-point drubbing in June.

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