Magpies use experience to deadly effect against Bombers Collingwood coach Craig McRae says they are far from the finished product, noting their Anzac Day triumph came off the back of five weeks' work. AAP · Apr 25
'Incredibly frustrating': Bombers belted on Anzac Day Essendon's ball use was horrible when the game was on the line and Collingwood made them pay dearly with a record Anzac Day winning margin. AAP · Apr 25
Pendlebury likely to rest up after Anzac Day heroics Evergreen Collingwood champion Scott Pendlebury will likely wait an extra week to break the VFL/AFL games record following a remarkable Anzac Day performance. AAP · Apr 25
Eagles brace for aerial battle with high-flyin' Saint Liam Ryan will face his former West Coast teammates for the first time when he lines up for St Kilda in Sunday's clash with the Eagles at Marvel Stadium. AAP · Apr 24
Cruel blow for Magpies defender as Hill returns in VFL Unlucky Collingwood defender Reef McInnes has suffered another serious knee injury in the same VFL game where Bobby Hill made his return to action. AAP · Apr 24
From East Freo to the MCG: Bomber marvels at big year After playing an Anzac Day game a year ago in front of 2607 WA fans, the Bombers-Magpies clash will be a somewhat bigger occasion this time for a young forward. AAP · Apr 24
The AFL’s Anzac Day game: how a shared tradition became a two-club monopoly On Anzac Day, Collingwood and Essendon will meet at the MCG for their annual blockbuster in front of more than 90,000 people. The Conversation · Apr 24
Magpies make Anzac Day call on skipper, Hill return Collingwood are taking a conservative approach with hamstrung captain Darcy Moore, while a premiership hero will feature in the VFL. AAP · Apr 23
Sports need better game-day mental health protocols to protect athletes – here’s how Last Thursday night at the MCG, fans witnessed a gripping game of AFL football between Carlton and Collingwood. The Conversation · Apr 23
St Kilda to build on existing AFL mental health game St Kilda have further plans to build the game in honour of club legend Danny Frawley into the AFL's premier marquee match in support of mental health. AAP · Apr 22
Hollands support grows as Worksafe probes Carlton Elijah Hollands' brother Ollie has joined father Ben in support of the Carlton utility following his concerning mental health episode at the MCG. AAP · Apr 21
Star wants hot 'Pies early against improving Bombers Collingwood know they can finish a game strongly, but they're looking to produce a fast start on Anzac Day against an Essendon side that has regained some form. AAP · Apr 20
Carlton's Elijah Hollands admitted to hospital Carlton footballer Elijah Hollands has been admitted to hospital in the wake of his 'mental health episode' against Collingwood. AAP · Apr 20
'Pretty gritty': Moore says much to learn from ugly win Collingwood captain Darcy Moore says last Thursday's scrappy win over Carlton can be healthy nourishment for the Magpies ahead of the Anzac Day blockbuster. AAP · Apr 20
AAP · Apr 20 Moore bullish as Bombers lose backman to injury again While Essendon captain Andrew McGrath says morale has been strong this year, the Bombers will go into Anzac Day without one of their most important players.
AAP · Apr 19 Concerned Carlton dig deeper into Hollands' MCG episode Carlton chief executive Graham Wright says they are going through all the circumstances leading up to Elijah Hollands' MCG mental health episode.
AAP · Apr 18 AFL asks for Blues' report on Hollands health drama Carlton are looking into the circumstances around how Elijah Hollands was on the ground for a big part of Thursday night's AFL loss to Collingwood.
AAP · Apr 16 Carlton supporting Hollands after mental health episode The AFL has been in contact with Carlton about how to best support Elijah Hollands following the Blues utility's concerning performance against Collingwood.
AAP · Apr 16 Daicos milestone magic serves up ton of pain for Blues Carlton teenager Talor Byrne has missed an after-the-siren goal that would have secured a draw against arch-enemies Collingwood at the MCG.
AAP · Apr 15 Voss maintains dream to lead Carlton to premiership Under pressure to keep his job as Carlton coach ahead of his 100th game in charge, Michael Voss has reflected on his lifelong love for the Blues.
AAP · Apr 15 100-game star Daicos 'destined to be an AFL great' Ahead of his 100th game, Collingwood superstar Nick Daicos is tracking to finish his career with one of the most decorated CVs in VFL/AFL history.
AAP · Apr 14 Out-of-sorts Pies look back for forward fix Collingwood coach Craig McRae is in a "growth mindset" as he trials a range of options that could improve his low-scoring team's attacking output.
AAP · Apr 13 Magpie veterans eyeing flag tilt amid 'silly' fears Collingwood haven't given up hope of reigniting their attacking game and launching a premiership tilt this season despite fears over their ageing list.
AAP · Apr 13 'No hard feelings': Blues skipper moves past criticism Carlton's Patrick Cripps has moved on from former co-captain Sam Docherty's criticism of the club, focused on a huge clash with Collingwood in round six.
The Guardian - AU · Apr 12 Rain puts dampener on Gather Round despite AFL’s hype and schmoozing All the sport’s heavy hitters were in Adelaide this week – leaking, lurking and long lunching – before some excellent football broke out