Lions back Neale to make right call in race to reach GF All eyes are on Lachie Neale's bid to make a remarkable grand-final return from injury and his teammates will back him to make the right call. AAP · Sep 24, 2025
From the Pocket: blunt and brilliant Chris Scott is master of a job few have done better The Geelong coach never saw himself in the position, and sometimes hints at leaving, but the Cats have become a force under his guidance The Guardian - AU · Sep 24, 2025
Cats wrap arms around concussed star amid GF heartbreak Geelong star Jeremy Cameron has opened up on how the Cats are supporting Tom Stewart and the change he'd like to see to avoid future grand final anguish. AAP · Sep 24, 2025
AFL football boss open to stats for Brownlow voting The Brownlow Medal voting has been a hot topic again in the wake of Monday night's count, with the AFL open to umpires having access to statistics. AAP · Sep 24, 2025
Hawk flag heroes join forces again in Richmond rebuild Hawthorn premiership teammates Luke Breust and Taylor Duryea will reunite at Richmond under Adem Yze, while Sydney's backroom reshuffle has continued. AAP · Sep 24, 2025
Club legends Brown, Selwood to present premiership cup Former Brisbane captain and three-time premiership player Jonathan Brown will have the honour of presenting the cup if the Lions defeat Geelong. AAP · Sep 24, 2025
'Not supposed to be here': Lion's next shift mentality Bruce Reville worked jobs at an abattoir and driving forklifts at Bunnings before getting his AFL opportunity at Brisbane, where he's now a cult hero. AAP · Sep 24, 2025
Nikora feared leg injury could cruel finals during ban Briton Nikora missed the end of the regular season through suspension at Cronulla, but it was a serious leg cork that he feared might ruin his finals series. AAP · Sep 24, 2025
Inside the Lions and Cats' race to five premierships Geelong and the Brisbane Lions have each won four premierships this century, but the two AFL powerhouses have taken different paths to this year's grand final. AAP · Sep 23, 2025
Boom recruit Smith exceeds Cats' great expectations High-profile recruit Bailey Smith has bounced back from a serious knee injury to star in Geelong's run to the grand final amid a series of controversies. AAP · Sep 23, 2025
The O'Connor triplets of County Kerry are no more Mark O'Connor has "a few suspects" back in Ireland after the Geelong defender's Wikipedia page was giving a whole different picture of his family life. AAP · Sep 23, 2025
The short wait to scratch Ashcroft's grand-final itch Grateful to get a grand-final shot at his first attempt, Levi Ashcroft reckons the love for producing in big AFL moments runs in the family. AAP · Sep 23, 2025
Superstitions make way for AFL grand final traditions as Lions fans get used to success Brisbane diehards are forming new and old September habits as the club prepares to face Geelong in a third straight decider on Saturday The Guardian - AU · Sep 23, 2025
Lion king Fagan wins again at annual AFL coach awards Chris Fagan's ongoing success at Brisbane and his extensive career have been honoured at the AFL Coaches Association annual awards. AAP · Sep 23, 2025
AAP · Sep 23, 2025 Hawthorn's Chol cleared by AFL tribunal for Cat tackle Hawthorn's Mabior Chol has successfully challenged a proposed three-game ban for the tackle that will force Geelong's Tom Stewart to miss the AFL grand final.
AAP · Sep 23, 2025 Fellow Bombers captains hope Merrett will stay A fortnight after the revelation that Zach Merrett had met with Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell, two former Essendon captains have offered their support.
AAP · Sep 23, 2025 Dockers rising star Murphy Reid plotting his next move After a stunning debut season as a half-forward, Fremantle's Murphy Reid hasn't been shy about his desire to spend more time in the midfield next year.
AAP · Sep 23, 2025 Taste of finals leaves Brownlow winner wanting more After playing in his first finals series, Brownlow medallist Matt Rowell is desperate to help take Gold Coast to their maiden AFL premiership.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 23, 2025 Parochialism or just vibes? How to pick a team to cheer for in the AFL grand final With no overwhelming sentimental favourite in this year’s decider, neutral followers are left with the question: which team do I dislike less?
The Guardian - AU · Sep 23, 2025 ‘Worst decision in the history of the Brownlow’: AFL awards night hit by controversy How the Brownlow medal is decided has come under fresh scrutiny after a controversial vote at the 2025 count left those in the audience stunned
AAP · Sep 22, 2025 Essendon president stands down amid Merrett turmoil Essendon president David Barham has quit the role as the Bombers deal with multiple problems, including captain Zach Merrett's desire to leave for Hawthorn.
AAP · Sep 22, 2025 Great Scott: the two sides to Geelong's coach Geelong's Chris Scott displays a markedly different personality as a coach than he did during his AFL playing career.
AAP · Sep 22, 2025 'At least I got the heads up': Gallop in fine company Ty Gallop has company at Brisbane as the teenaged forward learns his AFL craft on the run, and on the biggest stage.
AAP · Sep 22, 2025 Cats forward heeds lesson for Andrews grand final duel Geelong forward Shannon Neale felt he let his teammates down opposed to Brisbane star Harris Andrews earlier this year and is desperate to make amends.
AAP · Sep 22, 2025 How Brownlow winner Rowell learnt from setbacks The genesis of Gold Coast star Matt Rowell's Brownlow Medal success can be traced back to an injury-plagued first two seasons in the AFL.