Basketball-AFL switch for Geelong debutant Teenager Ollie Dempsey is poised to make his AFL debut for Geelong in their round six match against North Melbourne in Hobart. AAP · Apr 23, 2022
AFL umpire abuse flowing into regional comps, officials quitting, GNFL says The GNFL used to be able to field more than 30 umpires to cover its fixtures, but the president says bad behaviour on the field has seen that number drop by two thirds. ABC News · Apr 23, 2022
Tigers happy as AFL underdogs against Dees Richmond and Melbourne have switched roles since they last met on Anzac Day Eve, with the unbeaten Demons now warm favourites to win the MCG blockbuster. AAP · Apr 23, 2022
Suns out to send AFL message in derby Gold Coast star Touk Miller believes the Suns can send a message to the AFL by upsetting high-flying Brisbane in Sunday's Queensland derby at Metricon Stadium. AAP · Apr 23, 2022
Cats' Dangerfield out, Dees drop McDonald Patrick Dangerfield and Jack Henry are out of Geelong's AFL clash with North Melbourne, Melbourne have dropped Tom McDonald and Richmond have swung the axe. AAP · Apr 22, 2022
Cats coach happy to tone down reactions Geelong coach Chris Scott is happy to try to tone down his reactions in the box, while praising how players have adapted to a crackdown on umpire dissent. AAP · Apr 22, 2022
Beveridge wary of Walker AFL threat Adelaide veteran Taylor Walker's nine goals in two matches on return from his AFL ban have put the Western Bulldogs on notice for their round six clash. AAP · Apr 22, 2022
Suns star Casboult shining at new AFL home Gold Coast recruit Levi Casboult is delighted by how his move to the AFL club has started, as he prepares for his first taste of a Queensland derby this Sunday. AAP · Apr 22, 2022
Winless Port coach unfazed by blowtorch Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley says he understands why AFL critics are circling amid a winless start to the season. AAP · Apr 22, 2022
Raiders QB Great Daryle Lamonica Has Died The former Oakland star was an NFL All-Pro and an AFL MVP and championship-winning quarterback. Sports Illustrated · Apr 21, 2022
St Kilda ready for serious Giants response Desperate GWS stand between St Kilda and a five-match AFL winning streak when the two sides face off in Canberra. AAP · Apr 21, 2022
Demons stars out of Tigers AFL clash Patrick Cripps and Ollie Wines are among the big AFL names returning in round six but Melbourne will be without Jack Viney and Jake Lever against Richmond. AAP · Apr 21, 2022
Greene cool with spotlight in AFL return GWS players are relishing getting inspirational co-captain Toby Greene back from suspension when they seek to improve their poor season start against St Kilda. AAP · Apr 21, 2022
Lions chasing fast start against Suns They're 4-1 and inside the AFL top four but Hugh McCluggage says Brisbane haven't played at their best heading into Sunday's derby against Gold Coast. AAP · Apr 21, 2022
ABC News · Apr 21, 2022 AFL coaching great Mick Malthouse makes return to Collingwood ahead of Anzac Day clash More than a decade since his messy exit from the Magpies, the three-time premiership coach accepts an invitation to address the club's players.
AAP · Apr 21, 2022 Saints banish snakes, climb AFL ladder St Kilda coach Brett Ratten says a meeting of players and staff midway through last season continues to pay dividends as they enjoy a four-game winning streak.
AAP · Apr 21, 2022 Dew sets Brisbane challenge for AFL Suns Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew says a Queensland derby against Brisbane is a chance for the Suns to show they can match one of the AFL's best teams.
AAP · Apr 21, 2022 North's AFL rebuild on track: coach Noble North Melbourne coach David Noble is not satisfied with the club's start to their AFL season but believes critics of the Kangaroos' rebuild need to look deeper.
AAP · Apr 21, 2022 Magpies tap into Malthouse AFL knowledge AFL coaching legend Mick Malthouse has returned to Collingwood at Craig McRae's invitation ahead of the Magpies' Anzac Day blockbuster against Essendon.
AAP · Apr 21, 2022 AFL star Martin in better space: Hardwick Richmond gun Dustin Martin is back in Melbourne but the AFL club is yet to put a specific timeline on his return from personal leave.
AAP · Apr 21, 2022 Melbourne's Brown uncertain of AFL recall Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says premiership forward Ben Brown is no certainty to return to AFL ranks for Sunday night's game against Richmond.
ABC News · Apr 20, 2022 Fremantle Dockers off to strong start in 2022, even without injured skipper Nat Fyfe It has been a tough few years for the Fremantle Dockers, but the Purple Haze is making a surprise resurgence in 2022, even without Nat Fyfe — however maintaining momentum will be the challenge, writes Andrew McGarry.
ABC News · Apr 20, 2022 Essendon's defensive woes leave no margin for error as 2022 AFL season hangs by a thread With only one win from their opening five matches, the Bombers can ill afford another poor defensive outing if they want to have any hope of resurrecting their campaign, write Cody Atkinson and Sean Lawson.
AAP · Apr 20, 2022 Players clear on AFL abuse crackdown Scott Pendlebury says most of the confusion around the AFL's crackdown on umpire abuse comes from the media, not from the players.
AAP · Apr 20, 2022 Struggling Dons won't stray from AFL plan Essendon are under fire after a 1-4 start to the AFL season, which has put their finals hopes in serious jeopardy ahead of the Anzac Day clash with Collingwood.