McKenna's 'wild' pursuit amid Irish star's title push Conor McKenna's teammates might feel like the horses the Irish talent has been learning to break in his spare time this AFL season. AAP · Sep 23, 2024
Should the AFL grand final be moved from the MCG? The case for and against There might be no grander stadium in Australia than the Melbourne Cricket Ground. But does that mean it should have a monopoly on the decider? The Guardian - AU · Sep 23, 2024
Swans' Warner focused in AFL grand final spotlight Superstar midfielder Chad Warner is doing his best to avoid distractions ahead of Sydney's meeting with Brisbane in the AFL grand final. AAP · Sep 23, 2024
Call for thousands of blood donors as demand skyrockets The Red Cross has challenged the same number of Australians attending this weekend's AFL Grand Final to donate blood to save lives. AAP · Sep 22, 2024
Do footy’s best and fairest awards achieve what they claim? Football’s awards season kicks off this week, with the AFL’s Brownlow Medal awarded on Monday evening and the NRL’s Dally M awarded on October 2. The Conversation · Sep 22, 2024
Cripps has record vote haul for second AFL Brownlow Carlton captain Patrick Cripps has dominated the AFL Brownlow Medal, polling a record 45 votes to win the award for the second time. AAP · Sep 22, 2024
Bodey stars for Hawks as Crows remain unbeaten in AFLW AFLW juggernaut Adelaide have gone 4-0 to put themselves in a strong position to challenge for a record-extending fourth premiership. AAP · Sep 22, 2024
Starcevich says AFLW Lions' game should be in Melbourne Brisbane coach Craig Starcevich says the big AFLW game against Adelaide should be moved to Melbourne, ahead of their men taking on Sydney in the grand final. AAP · Sep 22, 2024
Dangerfield avoids AFL suspension for McCluggage tackle Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield was fined for his dump tackle on Brisbane opponent Hugh McCluggage in Saturday night's AFL preliminary final. AAP · Sep 22, 2024
Swans hold off Giants in frenetic finish for AFLW win Three goals were kicked in the last two minutes as Sydney beat GWS by three points, with Cynthia Hamilton starring in the final term for the Swans. AAP · Sep 22, 2024
Swans sweat McDonald, Mills fitness for AFL decider An ankle injury to Logan McDonald has added to Sydney's injury concerns, with the key forward absent from training ahead of the AFL grand final. AAP · Sep 22, 2024
AFL flag is Neale's key focus as Brownlow history looms Brisbane star Lachie Neale will join one of the AFL's most revered clubs if he defies the odds again on Monday night and wins his third Brownlow Medal. AAP · Sep 22, 2024
Guthrie backs brother, Cats to bounce back in 2025 Cam Guthrie's experience will be crucial for Geelong as they seek to bounce back from their AFL preliminary final heartbreak and reload in 2025. AAP · Sep 22, 2024
Lions tweak travel plans for another AFL grand final The Brisbane Lions will fly to Melbourne on Wednesday, a day earlier than last year, as they attempt to atone for their heartbreaking 2023 grand final defeat. AAP · Sep 21, 2024
AAP · Sep 21, 2024 Scott laments 'price of admission' after Cats bow out While Geelong have showed great consistency under coach Chris Scott, winning two flags, they've now also lost six preliminary finals during his tenure.
AAP · Sep 21, 2024 Lions roar into AFL grand final, but lose injured ruck Brisbane have snatched an epic win over Geelong in the AFL preliminary final to book a spot against Sydney in next week's season decider.
AAP · Sep 21, 2024 Holmes injury proves pivotal in Cats' finals exit Geelong's Max Holmes was substituted out through injury in the AFL preliminary final against the Brisbane Lions and it ultimately proved costly.
AAP · Sep 21, 2024 Cats star Dangerfield set for dangerous-tackle scrutiny Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield could have a delayed start to next season after a dangerous tackle on Brisbane's Hugh McCluggage in the preliminary final.
AAP · Sep 21, 2024 Injured Lions ruck McInerney to miss AFL grand final Brisbane Lions ruck Oscar McInerney has suffered a shoulder injury and will miss the club's grand final showdown against Sydney at the MCG.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 21, 2024 Brisbane stun Geelong in a thriller to return to AFL grand final – as it happened Lions beat Cats 14.11 (95) to 12.13 (85) in preliminary final at MCG and will now face Sydney after reaching back-to-back deciders
AAP · Sep 20, 2024 'Legs were jelly': Amartey stars as Swans reach decider Sydney forward Joel Amartey is set to play in his first AFL grand final after kicking three goals in their 36-point preliminary final win over Port Adelaide.
AAP · Sep 20, 2024 Port finals loss to Swans not just on me: coach Hinkley Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley has fallen short of an AFL grand final berth for the fourth time after losing to Sydney by 36 points in a preliminary final.
AAP · Sep 20, 2024 Selection squeeze: Swans face big calls for grand final Sydney coach John Longmire has some big selection calls to make in grand final week, headlined by hamstrung captain Callum Mills.
AAP · Sep 20, 2024 Cats ready to quell star Lions to reach AFL grand final Geelong are ready to put the clamps on Brisbane's stars, including Lachie Neale, to help them beat the Lions and claim an AFL grand final berth.
AAP · Sep 20, 2024 Papley proves Swans' firestarter in AFL prelim final Through incendiary celebrations and three goals, Tom Papley played a key role in Sydney's preliminary final win over Port Adelaide.