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The Latest Breaking News from Essendon

Lay off club doctors, says Bombers coach Brad Scott

Melbourne's handling of Christian Petracca has been thrust into the spotlight after the Demons star was allowed to play on while nursing internal injuries.

AAP · Jun 20, 2024

Dockers veteran Walters out for up to four weeks

Fremantle have received mixed news on the injury front, with Michael Walters to miss up to four weeks but Heath Chapman expected to play.

AAP · Jun 18, 2024

Anzac Day clash put Lions' Andrews on path to AFL

Brisbane co-captain Harris Andrews says going to the 2013 Anzac Day blockbuster at the MCG had a big impact and helped him realise he wanted an AFL career.

AAP · Jun 18, 2024

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Pick me: Eagles star Oscar Allen puts hand up to play

Fit-again West Coast forward Oscar Allen says there won't be pressure on him to dominate due to the sizzling hot form of fellow spearhead Jake Waterman.

AAP · Jun 18, 2024

Goalsneaks beware: Brady Hough has you in his sights

West Coast's Brady Hough has become one of the best small defenders in the AFL, and he's enjoying the challenge of taking on the most dangerous goalsneaks.

AAP · Jun 13, 2024

'Ladder doesn't lie': Voss proud of high-flying Blues

Carlton sit second on the AFL ladder heading into their mid-season bye after a fourth win from their last five matches, this time against old rivals Essendon.

AAP · Jun 9, 2024

Brad Scott upbeat about Bombers' foundations after loss

Essendon sit third at their mid-season bye and coach Brad Scott is bullish about his side's prospects despite losses to Gold Coast and Carlton.

AAP · Jun 9, 2024

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Blues burst Bombers' bubble in big AFL win

Tom De Koning has shone in the ruck as Carlton flexed their muscles in a 26-point win over Essendon to leapfrog their rivals into second spot on the AFL ladder.

AAP · Jun 9, 2024

Bombers, Blues to rumble in old-school blockbuster

Essendon and Carlton will face off in their biggest clash of the past two decades, and Blues great Anthony Koutoufides is delighted to see the rivals thriving.

AAP · Jun 7, 2024

Saints keen to extend Gold Coast's painful road run

Gold Coast have lost all five of their away games this season, but they have a chance to end that rut when they take on St Kilda at Marvel Stadium.

AAP · Jun 7, 2024

AFL coaches pleased with holding-the-ball clarification

AFL officials have given clubs greater clarity on the holding-the-ball rule tweak, a move applauded by coaches Michael Voss, Brad Scott and Alastair Clarkson.

AAP · Jun 6, 2024

Reid's two-game ban upheld, out of Rising Star running

West Coast young gun Harley Reid will miss games against North Melbourne and Essendon after failing to downgrade his two-match suspension at the AFL tribunal.

AAP · Jun 4, 2024

Bombers gun Redman sidelined for Blues AFL blockbuster

Essendon pair Kyle Langford and Todd Goldstein will have to prove their fitness to face Carlton while hamstrung Mason Redman will miss the blockbuster.

AAP · Jun 4, 2024

McKay twins' banter in full swing ahead of first clash

Star Carlton forward Harry McKay will play against his twin, Essendon's Ben, for the first time in the AFL and the brothers will likely line up on each other.

AAP · Jun 3, 2024

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AAP · Jun 3, 2024

Free-kick spike after AFL's holding-the-ball tweak

Free kicks for holding the ball surged on the weekend after AFL umpires were instructed to change their interpretation of tackle laws.

AAP · Jun 2, 2024

Suns feel right at home as they surge into top eight

Gold Coast have withstood a strong Essendon comeback to secure a stirring 11-point win and replace reigning premiers Collingwood inside the AFL's top eight.

AAP · Jun 1, 2024

'Seen a lot': Uwland's mission to take Suns over edge

Suns ruckman and co-captain Jarrod Witts will miss the clash with Essendon, who are attempting to become the first team to win on the Gold Coast this season.

AAP · May 31, 2024

Richmond fired-up for rare away trip to Geelong

Richmond coach Adem Yze is approaching the trip to Geelong with "nothing to lose" after an improved showing against Essendon in the Dreamtime match.

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AAP · May 30, 2024

Flynn named for Eagles debut, Pies make five changes

Matt Flynn is poised for his long-awaited West Coast debut, while Collingwood have made five changes after being hit by more injury chaos.

AAP · May 30, 2024

AFL coaches expect teething issues on rule tweak

All eyes will be on standalone Thursday and Friday matches as AFL coaches and players wait to see how a holding-the-ball rule tweak will be put into practice.

AAP · May 30, 2024

High-flying Bombers avoid virus catastrophe before trip

Second-placed Essendon have been battling a virus that has swept through the club this week ahead of an important road trip to take on Gold Coast.

AAP · May 29, 2024

Tears shed as Kangaroos select Payne, Teakle in too

Geordie Payne has been selected by North Melbourne with pick No.1 in the AFL's mid-season rookie draft, while ex-Port ruckman Brynn Teakle is headed there too.

AAP · May 27, 2024

Bombers star Ridley wants more growth as finals beckon

Jordan Ridley made a stunning return from injury in Essendon's round-11 win over Richmond and believes Brad Scott's side can do plenty more damage this season.

AAP · May 26, 2024

Lions, Cats looking for a way to rediscover their mojo

Round 11 of the AFL produced some fascinating results, with Geelong losing a fourth game in a row and Brisbane slipping further off the pace with another loss.

AAP · May 25, 2024

Martin stars as Tigers go close to massive upset win

Dustin Martin has answered commentary about his form by nearly leading Richmond to a Dreamtime At The 'G win over Essendon, kicking three goals.

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