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The Brisbane Lions are proven performers at the MCG but there are still doubts over minor premier Fremantle's ability to stand up on the game's biggest stage.

AAP · Aug 31

Hung out to dry: Dockers vow to protect key defenders

Jack Gunston ran amok with five first-half goals the last time he faced Fremantle, but the Dockers won't give him the same space in Thursday's qualifying final.

AAP · Aug 30

'More prepared': Hawks ready to silence Wharfie Time

Hawthorn were rocked by Fremantle's "Wharfie Time'' in round nine, but believe that experience will hold them in good stead for their qualifying final.

AAP · Aug 29

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AFL finals: why every team can – and can’t – win the 2026 premiership

The first season with a wildcard round means 10 clubs are still in with a shot of tasting the ultimate success. We examine their strengths and weaknesses

The Guardian - AU · Aug 27

All-Australian is nice, but flag sounds better for Freo

Fremantle had a club-record five players named in this year's All-Australian squad, but they would swap individual honours for team success in a heartbeat.

AAP · Aug 27

Dockers confirm key defender out of final against Hawks

Fremantle defender Brennan Cox won't play in the AFL qualifying final against Hawthorn, but he hasn't been ruled out for the rest of the season yet.

AAP · Aug 24

Fremantle to launch AFL premiership bid on a Thursday

The AFL has released the finals fixture, confirming Fremantle's hotly-anticipated qualifying final against Hawthorn will be on a Thursday night.

AAP · Aug 24

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Wharfie time? We'll be ready, say Hawks

Fremantle are a perfect 12-0 at Optus Stadium this year and boast 'Wharfie Time' if the game gets close, but Hawthorn aren't running scared.

AAP · Aug 23

Dockers see off Magpies, Demons earn big AFLW win

Fremantle are off the mark in the AFLW after beating Collingwood by 20 points, while Melbourne continued their nine-year unbeaten winning streak against GWS.

AAP · Aug 23

Welcome aboard: Freo rest three as Fraser's Blues await

Fremantle have rested three players against Carlton, but the minor premiers aren't letting their minds wander towards premiership success just yet.

AAP · Aug 21

Fremantle receive good news about injury-prone Docker

Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir says Sean Darcy could have played through his calf scare on the weekend if it had been a final, but it wasn't worth the risk.

AAP · Aug 18

Pearce escapes injury but Fremantle sweat on Reid

Murphy Reid is still in pain following a hit to the groin a week ago, with the Fremantle young gun in doubt to take on Carlton in the final round.

AAP · Aug 14

High-five for Amiss as Dockers snare minor premiership

Fremantle have locked in the minor premiership and left Adelaide's top-four hopes on thin ice in the process thanks to a thrilling 24-point win in Perth.

AAP · Aug 14

Minor premiership up for grabs as Dockers welcome Crows

Fremantle missed a chance to secure the minor premiership against the Demons, but will be aiming to make amends when they tackle Adelaide in Perth.

AAP · Aug 13

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AAP · Aug 13

Crows make six changes, Freo young gun to miss big game

Adelaide have managed Taylor Walker amid a whopping six changes for their massive game against top side Fremantle, as the Dockers confirm a key injury.

AAP · Aug 13

'Calm the farm'. Longmuir urges Dockers to keep cool

Fremantle allowed panic to set in during a close loss to Melbourne and now the flag favourites are desperate to respond in Friday night's clash with Adelaide.

AAP · Aug 12

Star Dockers midfielder in doubt to take on Crows

Fremantle skipper Alex Pearce is set to return against Adelaide as the Dockers attempt to wrap up the minor premiership, but Murphy Reid is in grave doubt.

The Guardian - AU · Aug 9

Demons stun Dockers in extraordinary thriller to emerge as a bona fide premiership threat

Most pundits had Melbourne languishing this year but Steven King has reinvigorated the club with a gameplan made for the MCG

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AAP · Aug 8

'No fears here': Dockers positive despite MCG loss

Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir is adamant the MCG holds no fears for his team, despite losing to Melbourne at the home of the grand final.

AAP · Aug 8

'Demon time': Melbourne stun Dockers in MCG classic

Melbourne have overturned a 15-point deficit during the final quarter to stun ladder-leaders Fremantle in the Dockers' last appearance at the MCG before finals.

AAP · Aug 7

Dockers to embrace MCG visit as flag momentum builds

Fremantle are in the box seat to reach this year's grand final, and the club will use Saturday's visit to the MCG to help further bolster their flag prospects.

AAP · Aug 6

Demons brace for finals rehearsal against rampant Freo

Melbourne have already locked in a wildcard berth as a minimum, but Steven King's men have the chance to make a huge statement if they can beat Fremantle.

AAP · Aug 6

Rest fit players? We won't need to, say Dockers

Fremantle captain Alex Pearce is being managed for Saturday's clash with Melbourne, but the Dockers have no plans to mass rest players in the coming weeks.

AAP · Aug 4

'Comfortable anywhere': Fremantle embrace MCG challenge

One of Fremantle's key forwards is adamant the Dockers are comfortable playing anywhere as they prepare to meet Melbourne at the MCG.

AAP · Jul 31

Flood tactics? Bring it on say Dockers after latest win

Fremantle have fought their way through the Western Bulldogs' flooding tactics to lock down a top-two berth and set a new club record for wins in a season.

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