The Latest Breaking News from AFL

Swans star Gulden to have surgery on broken ankle

Sydney's Errol Gulden is the latest AFL star to be injured in the pre-season, suffering a broken ankle in a trial match.

AAP · Feb 28, 2025

Gulden hurt against Suns in big blow for Swans

Sydney midfielder Errol Gulden is the latest big-name AFL injury victim in the pre-season, suffering an ankle injury early in their match against Gold Coast.

AAP · Feb 28, 2025

McGovern limps off as Blues thump Giants in pre-season

Carlton have put their disappointing end to 2024 behind them with an impressive 58-point win over GWS in their final tune-up ahead of the AFL season.

AAP · Feb 28, 2025

Young Tigers can't wait to add Lynch back to mix

Richmond spearhead Tom Lynch expects to be fit for round one and can provide crucial presence and experience in attack.

AAP · Feb 26, 2025

Magpies back Maynard to be fit for AFL opener

Collingwood vice-captain Brayden Maynard should be fit to face GWS in the AFL opening round but the Magpies appear less confident on Jordan De Goey featuring.

AAP · Feb 26, 2025

The Penrith Panthers seem unbeatable. What does that mean for the NRL?

The league is booming but there’s a wrinkle: one team has overcome built-in anti-dynasty safeguards and the game threatens to become predictable

The Guardian - AU · Feb 26, 2025

From the Pocket: Fremantle must get pulses racing to break the cycle of ‘vanilla’ mediocrity

The Dockers’ boom recruit Shai Bolton can be the player to break the shackles amid a half-hearted vote of confidence for coach Justin Longmuir

The Guardian - AU · Feb 26, 2025

AFL players called as Nixon fights fake footy claims

Melbourne Football Club players will be among the witnesses to give evidence in Ricky Nixon's fake football memorabilia case.

AAP · Feb 26, 2025

Mills details Swans' plan to avoid grand final scars

After a detailed review, Sydney have put last year's grand final disaster behind them in pursuit AFL premiership success this season.

AAP · Feb 25, 2025

Kako's pressure a feature as Bombers beat Cats in AFL

New Essendon player Isaac Koko impressed as much with his defensive pressure as he did by kicking four goals in the pre-season win over Geelong.

AAP · Feb 25, 2025