Mata return looms as Victory eye long road to glory Melbourne Victory should regain Juan Mata against Western Sydney ahead of a tough A-League Men finals campaign. AAP · Apr 17
The Lion-hearted 'godsend' who made defence cool again Lions star Lachie Neale will play his 300th game, and his favourite teammate, Josh Dunkley, has been lauded for his unselfishness ahead of 200 AFL appearances. AAP · Apr 17
Injury heartbreak confirmed for Bulldogs star Darcy Sam Darcy has become the latest Western Bulldogs star - along with Tom Liberatore, Rory Lobb and James O'Donnell - to be seriously injured against Geelong. AAP · Apr 17
Swans and lightning combine to leave GWS thunderstruck Sydney defender Nick Blakey played a starring role to help the Swans to a 41-point win over an undermanned GWS despite a lengthy lightning delay. AAP · Apr 17
Jets one step closer to premiership after Victory draw Newcastle have salvaged a 2-2 draw with Melbourne Victory at AAMI Park to remain in pole position for the A-League Men premiership. AAP · Apr 17
Eagles determined to protect birthday boy Harley Reid Star midfielder Harley Reid is expected to cop a tag in Sunday's western derby, and his Eagles teammates have been given instructions on how to protect him. AAP · Apr 17
'Secret herbs and spices': Saints coach on master plans Adelaide's coach says he'll have numerous plans to thwart a star of St Kilda, who in turn are keeping secret how best to utilise Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera. AAP · Apr 17
In-game reports should be scrapped: Port coach Port Adelaide coach Josh Carr says in-game reports should be scrapped, while backing Zak Butters to perform when emerging from a week of off-field controversy. AAP · Apr 17
USA swagger time: Mason Cox to make Dockers debut Former Collingwood star Mason Cox has been thrust into Fremantle's side for Sunday's derby, but Jaeger O'Meara is out after suffering a spooky training injury. AAP · Apr 17
Collard maintains innocence as Saints appeal long ban St Kilda are taking young forward Lance Collard's nine-game ban for using a homophobic slur to an AFL appeals hearing. AAP · Apr 17
'We're not there yet': rebuilt Suns search for new high Damien Hardwick thinks it will take Gold Coast a little longer to reap the rewards of their impressive off-season AFL recruitment drive. AAP · Apr 16
Bulldogs stars hurt as Cameron fires Cats to big win Sam Darcy and Tom Liberatore were both injured on a horror night for the Western Bulldogs as Geelong forward Jeremy Cameron starred in his side's victory. AAP · Apr 16
Carlton supporting Hollands after mental health episode The AFL has been in contact with Carlton about how to best support Elijah Hollands following the Blues utility's concerning performance against Collingwood. AAP · Apr 16
Newcastle Jets have destiny back in their own hands on march toward historic trophy A-League club was on the brink of collapse before coach Mark Milligan lifted ‘Box Office Jets’ to within sight of a breakthrough premiership The Guardian - AU · Apr 16
AAP · Apr 16 Daicos milestone magic serves up ton of pain for Blues Carlton teenager Talor Byrne has missed an after-the-siren goal that would have secured a draw against arch-enemies Collingwood at the MCG.
AAP · Apr 16 Dawson to miss Crows clash after family tragedy Adelaide captain Jordan Dawson will be given as much time off as he needs following the death of his brother and will miss the Crows' clash with St Kilda.
AAP · Apr 16 'Awesome and angry': Hawks await fired-up Butters While Hawthorn will take a four-game winning streak in Saturday's game, coach Sam Mitchell notes Port Adelaide have been much better head-to-head.
AAP · Apr 16 Nick who? Young ruckman to take on Swans star Grundy Guided by faith in an emerging youngster, GWS coach Adam Kingsley knows his selection call for a ruck battle against Sydney star Brodie Grundy is unusual.
AAP · Apr 16 'Success ... or money?': Fagan's question to gun Lions Reminded of his time at Hawthorn, Brisbane coach Chris Fagan sees a world where both Zac Bailey and Lachie Neale remain flag-hunting Lions.
AAP · Apr 16 Dogs stars cleared for Cats clash but English still out The Western Bulldogs have received mixed news on the injury front as they attempt to bounce back from their first loss of the season when they play Geelong.
AAP · Apr 16 Port demand tribunal reform after Butters 'debacle' Port Adelaide want a reform of the AFL Tribunal process in the wake of the Zak Butters case which has been labelled a debacle.
AAP · Apr 15 Voss maintains dream to lead Carlton to premiership Under pressure to keep his job as Carlton coach ahead of his 100th game in charge, Michael Voss has reflected on his lifelong love for the Blues.
AAP · Apr 15 100-game star Daicos 'destined to be an AFL great' Ahead of his 100th game, Collingwood superstar Nick Daicos is tracking to finish his career with one of the most decorated CVs in VFL/AFL history.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 15 From the Pocket: AFL tribunal verdicts sit as uneasily as any in recent memory The charges against Lance Collard and Zak Butters became classic ‘he said, she said’ cases but invariably it boiled down to what the AFL said
The Guardian - AU · Apr 15 ‘Meeting of two worlds’ as Prince Harry joins Wiggles and Australian football stars to put men’s mental health in spotlight Second day of ‘faux-royal’ tour sees Duke of Sussex speak candidly about challenges of new fatherhood as amused football fans watch on