Petracca 'shame' as revitalised Dees eye red-hot Suns Christian Petracca's injury has robbed the Melbourne-Gold Coast clash of its star attraction, but there is plenty on the line for both sides at the MCG. AAP · Apr 3
Dockers coach lauds desperation in narrow away win Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir is hailing a growing confidence and maturity at his club after a thrilling two-point away win over Adelaide. AAP · Apr 3
A family holiday, a lewd photo and a defamation suit. Inside the Luke Sayers saga and the AFL’s day in court In court documents, Cate Sayers claims the AFL took only two weeks to clear her husband of making the social media post and any wrongdoing The Guardian - AU · Apr 3
Reds and Auckland share points in fierce battle Adelaide United and Auckland FC have battled hard for a 1-1 draw at Coopers Stadium as both sides eye a top two finish. AAP · Apr 3
Victory stay in ALW finals hunt, 'Nix finish top two A goal from Claudia Bunge against Perth Glory has kept Melbourne Victory's finals hopes alive, but last year's grand finalists will sweat on other results. AAP · Apr 3
Blowtorch on Blues intensifies after latest meltdown North Melbourne kicked the last five goals at Marvel Stadium to overrun Carlton and ensure another week of fierce scrutiny for Michael Voss and his team. AAP · Apr 3
On the same page: Port coach embracing finals pass mark Big questions are being asked about Port Adelaide's list following their shock loss to West Coast, but coach Josh Carr is still aiming for finals. AAP · Apr 3
Hardwick delivers Rowell verdict, Petracca update Gold Coast's midfield could be at full capacity for Gather Round, with Matt Rowell likely to return against Melbourne and Christian Petracca progressing well. AAP · Apr 3
How Swans plan to keep Warner out of Eagles' reach West Coast's rebuild is suddenly looking good, and they are set to make another big play on Sydney superstar Chad Warner either this year or next. AAP · Apr 3
Dockers hold off fast-finishing Crows in AFL thriller Fremantle have defeated Adelaide by two points in a Good Friday thriller at Adelaide Oval. AAP · Apr 2
'Sledgehammer' keeps Fagan honest after quickfire wins Brisbane coach Chris Fagan isn't sure if Hugh McCluggage will return from a calf injury that's seen him miss the last three games. AAP · Apr 2
North skipper backs recalled Darling to fire Jack Darling kicked three goals for North Melbourne's VFL side last week and has earned a senior recall after Tristan Xerri was suspended for misconduct. AAP · Apr 2
'We got exposed': Magpies lick wounds, wait on Daicos Craig McRae was critical of what is usually one of his side's great strengths after Collingwood, without Nick Daicos, were outplayed in Brisbane. AAP · Apr 2
New Lions roar to humble Daicos-less Magpies Two of the Brisbane Lions' big-name recruits have impressed in a 54-point defeat of Collingwood, who ruled star midfielder Nick Daicos out in the warm-up. AAP · Apr 2
AAP · Apr 2 Brownlow winners boost Suns, Power in AFL tests Gold Coast and Port Adelaide will welcome back their respective Brownlow Medal winners in AFL round four, while Sydney have regained superstar Isaac Heeney.
AAP · Apr 2 It's dangerous: Bulldogs on alert for struggling Dons The Western Bulldogs are determined not to fall into the complacency trap when they take on wooden-spoon favourites Essendon on Sunday.
AAP · Apr 2 'Hard work's done': Dons adamant this isn't a rebuild Essendon coach Brad Scott insists his AFL side's rebuild started three years ago, as he searches for answers to avoid an unwanted club-record losing streak.
AAP · Apr 2 Key Crows picked despite match-eve injury scares Two key Adelaide forwards have been selected to face Fremantle despite leaving a match-eve training session early.
AAP · Apr 2 King's confident Demons are learning how to win again Melbourne lost their self-belief in the final days under Simon Goodwin last season but have rediscovered that confidence with new coach Steven King at the helm.
AAP · Apr 1 Roos not relying on second-half Blues snooze Carlton are yet to win a quarter after halftime this season but North Melbourne are preparing for the Blues to bring their best on Good Friday.
AAP · Apr 1 Magpies ready for fresh showdown with Lions attack Collingwood are ready for yet another blockbuster showdown with Brisbane after putting last year's preliminary final defeat behind them.
AAP · Apr 1 Clarkson cautious of dangerous beleaguered Blues North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson believes his charges are playing under-fire Carlton at the worst possible time in their season.
AAP · Apr 1 'Jump on board': why Broncos leaders axed Karapani Brisbane captain Adam Reynolds and veteran Ben Hunt say Josiah Karapani did not measure up to the cultural and behavioural standards required at the club.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 1 From the Pocket: Voss has had every chance to succeed but Carlton backed the wrong coach The Blues still prioritise a bulldozing brand of football but that’s not how the top teams are playing in this AFL season
AAP · Apr 1 Gabba fortress no more? Lions brace for Magpies entry The Brisbane Lions' two AFL premierships have ironically coincided with their once-mighty Gabba record deteriorating.