The Latest Breaking News from AFL

Eagles go on the defensive with out-of-form forward

Jack Williams has struggled as a forward this year with just two behinds from four games, but he's set to play as a key defender against Adelaide on Friday.

AAP · Jul 2

Eagles optimistic AFL career not over for key back

The injury absences of Harry Edwards and Reuben Ginbey have left West Coast exposed in defence, and Friday night's bout with Adelaide is another challenge.

AAP · Jul 2

Jack's back, but two fellow Hawks suffer knee injuries

While Jack Gunston is back for Saturday's big game against Melbourne amid four changes, two of his Hawthorn teammates have been sidelined with knee injuries.

AAP · Jul 2

From the Pocket: Footy faces an existential threat in CTE. The AFL’s words are wholly inadequate

Nick Lowden’s story highlights the question being asked by parents and players on whether Australian football is inherently unsafe

The Guardian - AU · Jul 1

'Aura': Wilkie backs Lyon for Saints recruiting coup

St Kilda co-captain Callum Wilkie says coach Ross Lyon is very good at convincing people, as the club tries to pull off a major recruiting coup.

AAP · Jul 1

'Two steps forward': Longmuir praises unsung Dockers

While the Caleb Serongs of the world will take centre stage, Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir knows the Dockers' AFL finals charge is built on under-rated stars.

AAP · Jul 1

Eagles premiership player Cripps calls it quits

West Coast premiership forward Jamie Cripps has retired, citing a debilitating knee injury and the desire to spend more time with his children.

AAP · Jun 30

Star Lions veteran expected to play on in 2027

Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan has revealed it will be Dayne Zorko's call if the star veteran plays on next year, when he will turn 38.

AAP · Jun 30

Little hits in sports may be just as dangerous as concussions – and can lead to brain damage

Yesterday’s harrowing Four Corners episode exposed the devastating impacts of degenerative brain disease chronic traumatic encephalopathy (CTE) and the link with contact sports, primarily Australian rules football.

The Conversation · Jun 30

'Disappointed': Lewis critical of AFL over concussion

The year after Jordan Lewis was knocked out during a 2010 match, but still returned to the field that day, the AFL passed tougher concussion guidelines.

AAP · Jun 29