Defiant Dockers vow to block out the outside bulls*** Fremantle defender Jordan Clark says it will be important to block out the naysayers as the Dockers attempt to bounce back from their upset loss to Hawthorn. AAP · Sep 6
Dockers told to keep calm and control their own destiny Fremantle are being written off following their shock loss to Hawthorn, but they aren't about to wave the white flag as they brace for a do-or-die final. AAP · Sep 4
Relentless Hawks embrace pressure in AFL finals stunner Undaunted by a hostile crowd, Hawthorn's demolition of Fremantle started at the coalface and was franked down back as they secured a home AFL preliminary final. AAP · Sep 3
No fears: defiant Freo lick their wounds and go again Fremantle's flag hopes are on thin ice after their loss to Hawthorn, but coach Justin Longmuir says he has no fears about having to do things the hard way. AAP · Sep 3
Wizard weaves magic as Hawks hammer shocker Dockers Hawthorn have ended Fremantle's perfect home record, pulling off a 32-point AFL qualifying final win to put the minor premiers at risk of a straight-sets exit. AAP · Sep 3
Fremantle coach defends AFL finals selection gamble Brandon Walker's AFL finals recall ended in tears, but Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir is adamant it was the right selection call. AAP · Sep 3
Flagmantle frenzy grows as Dockers brace for Hawks Fremantle are a perfect 12-0 at home this season, with their fervent fanbase and Wharfie Time crowd activation proving to be big weapons. AAP · Sep 2
Fremantle thrive on jeopardy – luckily for them qualifying finals are nerve shredders The minor premiers face Hawthorn with the gap between first and fourth on the AFL ladder having noticeably narrowed over the past decade The Guardian - AU · Sep 2
Dockers spring selection surprise for Hawks AFL final While most changes were expected, a Fremantle defender will play only his fourth game in two seasons when the Dockers meet Hawthorn in their qualifying final. AAP · Sep 2
'An honour': Hawks defender on Freo's forward weapons Hawthorn defender Tom Barrass has opened up on the "honour" of taking on Fremantle's famed tall forwards Josh Treacy, Patrick Voss and Jye Amiss. AAP · Sep 2
Amiss joins big boys club as Freo set sights on flag Jye Amiss has kicked a career-high 58 goals this season as part of Fremantle's feared three-pronged attack, and Hawthorn will have their hands full on Thursday. AAP · Sep 2
Premiership dream looms big as Dockers brace for Hawks Fremantle were a dominant force during the home-and-away season, but can they handle the weight of 32 years of pain as they gear up for a crack at the flag? AAP · Sep 1
Ginnivan likely to play as Wharfie Time awaits Hawks Playing in Perth holds no fears for Hawthorn, who will start underdogs in Thursday's qualifying final against Fremantle and their Wharfie Time. AAP · Sep 1
Lions legend's query on Freo flag hopes 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
AAP · Aug 30 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 29 '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.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 27 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
AAP · 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 24 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 23 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 21 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 18 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 14 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.