The Latest Breaking News on AFL

North defends young gun from 'macho' contested critics

North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson has defended Colby McKercher's lack of contested numbers, arguing it's not the young gun's role.

AAP · May 8

Witts backed to respond as Suns head to Darwin fortress

Gold Coast will be out to extend a strong record at their home away from home in Darwin when they take on St Kilda without overlooked ruckman Jarrod Witts.

AAP · May 8

Balta move a silver lining amid Tigers' injury woes

Noah Balta has impressed in a ruck-forward role for Richmond over the past fortnight as Adem Yze's side continues to be ravaged by injuries.

AAP · May 8

We got hit in the face: Hawks rue the one that got away

Hawthorn's 15-point loss to Fremantle came with the added blow of an injury to Tom Barrass, and coach Sam Mitchell wasn't happy after the match.

AAP · May 7

Neale's numbers stack up as AFL rivals circle

With a decision to make on his playing future, Lachie Neale is tracking towards his most impactful season since arriving at the Brisbane Lions in 2019.

AAP · May 7

Freo unleash five-goal burst to sink Hawks in thriller

Hawthorn defender Tom Barrass is facing a period on the sidelines with injury on a bad night for his side as they lost by 15 points to Fremantle.

AAP · May 7

Lions youngster given ban for using homophobic slur

Brisbane Lions draftee Koby Evans has become the latest AFL-listed player to be suspended for using homophobic language in a VFL game.

AAP · May 7

Port's great foundation set to be rattled by Bulldogs

Port Adelaide coach Josh Carr says his defensive priorities will be severely challenged by the Western Bulldogs in their Adelaide Oval clash.

AAP · May 7

Adelaide Crows to feed off returning skipper's energy

Jordan Dawson is set to return in Adelaide's clash with Richmond after missing two of the last three games following the death of his eldest brother.

AAP · May 7

Change in Sportsbet policy engulfs AFL identities amid scrutiny of gambling links

A subtle tweak of policy by Sportsbet has embroiled a three-time premiership captain and an emerging female voice who judged last year’s Norm Smith medal

The Guardian - AU · May 7