The Latest Breaking News from Essendon

'Work to do': inconsistency irks in Dockers' streak

The Dockers were well-set for a 100-point win on Sunday, only for Essendon to outscore them in the second half at the MCG.

AAP · May 17

Worst Bombers MCG crowd since '90s as Freo equal record

Fremantle have cruised to a club record equalling ninth straight AFL win as they put Essendon away in the first half on Sunday at the MCG.

AAP · May 17

Why red-hot Dockers are keeping things on the low down

Fremantle have become one of the hottest teams in the AFL this season but you won't hear them boasting about their awesome firepower or their red-hot form.

AAP · May 15

Giants 'contest beast' fired up for Bombers reunion

Earning an AFL lifeline, GWS defender Jayden Laverde will face off against former side Essendon for the first time as the Giants suffer more injuries.

AAP · May 7

Brisbane Lions leader defends culture with one regret

Brisbane Lions co-captain Hugh McCluggage has reflected on a weekend that included the leaking of private strategy notes and a homophobic slur investigation.

AAP · May 5

Fagan hits out at 'hero' parent for whiteboard leak

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan has slammed the leaking of confidential notes by a member of the public, describing the Essendon fan as a "hero".

AAP · May 2

Rampant Lions crush Bombers as McKay cops bronx cheers

The Brisbane Lions have destroyed struggling Essendon by 64 points at Marvel Stadium, the in-demand Zac Bailey starring with four goals.

AAP · May 2

Lions recruit to keep level head in clash with Bombers

Ruck star Sam Draper faces a familiar foe when the Brisbane Lions travel to take on his old side Essendon in round eight.

AAP · May 1

AFL premiers to debut young tall after Allen's injury

The Brisbane Lions have opted to debut a young tall, taken at pick 43 in last year's AFL draft, following a long-term foot injury to star recruit Oscar Allen.

AAP · Apr 30

'It clicked, finally': Magpies buoyant for Hawks test

Collingwood's record Anzac Day win over Essendon was a big confidence boost heading into their AFL blockbuster against Hawthorn at the MCG.

AAP · Apr 29