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'Hardest decision': hard-luck Swans star on VFL stint

Squeezed out of the AFL side after former Carlton star Charlie Curnow's arrival, in-form Sydney forward Hayden McLean is knocking on coach Dean Cox's door.

AAP · May 30

Bulldogs turn tables on Pies in tight finish

The Western Bulldogs have had five from as many games decided by single-figure margins this season, following a thrilling victory over Collingwood.

AAP · May 30

Dogged defender pips Pies with mark of a champion

The Western Bulldogs had mid-season rookie selection Michael Sellwood to thank for a brilliant late mark that sealed a gripping four-point win over Collingwood.

AAP · May 30

'Not acceptable': Giants ruck finding top form for Dees

Readily admitting to his "okay" start to the season, GWS ruck Kieren Briggs is boasting top form again ahead of a battle with Melbourne goliath Max Gawn.

AAP · May 30

Bombers welcome interstate trip to end dramatic week

Essendon take on West Coast in Perth in their first game under interim coach Dean Solomon following the decision to part ways with Brad Scott.

AAP · May 30

AFL concedes umpire error as Cats lament 'howler' call

Geelong's Ollie Dempsey was denied a clear goal in the narrow loss to Carlton when umpires chose not to call on the AFL Review Centre to check a decision.

AAP · May 29

Firing Fraser won't budge on Blues coaching role

Josh Fraser has maintained his perfect record as Carlton's interim coach with a win over Geelong but doesn't see himself as a contender for the full-time role.

AAP · May 29

Captain Cripps makes his mark as Blues turn Cat-killers

Josh Fraser has three wins from three games as Carlton's interim coach after Patrick Cripps kicked the match-winning goal in a thrilling victory over Geelong.

AAP · May 29

Magpies mull tagging option to keep top Dog on leash

Looking to leapfrog the Western Bulldogs and move closer to the top six, Collingwood coach Craig McRae is mulling how best to limit star Marcus Bontempelli.

AAP · May 29

Hard home truths after 'disaster' help Lions refocus

The Brisbane Lions' capitulation against GWS has been labelled a disaster, but they have the chance to make amends against flag favourites Fremantle.

AAP · May 29