Bulldogs' 'Indian rubber man' set to bounce right back Aaron Naughton is set to take his place against Freo, just eight days after the Western Bulldogs star landed on his head when attempting a high-flying mark. AAP · Apr 29
Big blow for Lions as star recruit out for months Brisbane's star forward recruit Oscar Allen will miss at least three months after scans revealed the extent of the former West Coast co-captain's injury. AAP · Apr 28
In a good space: Blues wrap arms around Ollie Hollands Carlton coach Michael Voss says his team's fighting display against Fremantle was an important step forward following the club's tough week in the spotlight. AAP · Apr 25
Gritty loss to Dockers caps off horror week for Carlton Carlton's drama-filled week has ended with defeat to Shai Bolton-powered Fremantle, after the Blues withdrew Elijah Hollands' younger brother before the game. AAP · Apr 25
Reeling Blues set for more pain against stingy Freo Carlton are enduring a season from hell both on and off the field and there is set to be plenty more pain when they take on Fremantle in Perth on Saturday. AAP · Apr 24
Hard decision: Eagles axe premiership forward Cripps Premiership forward Jamie Cripps has paid the price for a quiet fortnight, with news of his axing from West Coast's senior side coming on his 34th birthday. AAP · Apr 24
Frustrated but backing him: Docker Darcy injured again Former Magpies ruckman Mason Cox has an excellent chance to cement a spot in Fremantle's best side after Sean Darcy was cut down by another calf injury. AAP · Apr 22
Long live King: Saints hopeful for long-awaited return St Kilda are hoping Max King will make his long-awaited return to the AFL, while Fremantle and Carlton have been dealt with injuries in their ruck stocks. AAP · Apr 21
Dockers give Mason Cox 'serviceable' pass mark Mason Cox had a nearly game in his Dockers debut, and it remains to be seen whether Fremantle stick with him for Saturday night's clash with Carlton in Perth. AAP · Apr 19
Hi-five for Amiss as Dockers crush Eagles in derby Jye Amiss has taken a club-record nine marks inside 50m as Fremantle soared to their fifth win on the trot with a 56-point thrashing of West Coast. AAP · Apr 19
Inexperienced Eagles looking to be Docker shockers West Coast are the youngest and least experienced list in the AFL, but Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir is wary heading into Sunday's western derby. AAP · Apr 17
Eagles determined to protect birthday boy Harley Reid Star midfielder Harley Reid is expected to cop a tag in Sunday's western derby, and his Eagles teammates have been given instructions on how to protect him. AAP · Apr 17
USA swagger time: Mason Cox to make Dockers debut Former Collingwood star Mason Cox has been thrust into Fremantle's side for Sunday's derby, but Jaeger O'Meara is out after suffering a spooky training injury. AAP · Apr 17
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 14
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.
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
AAP · Apr 10 Darcy concussion doesn't guarantee recruit's Freo debut Sean Darcy's concussion won't necessarily guarantee a Fremantle debut for Mason Cox given Luke Jackson's dominance in rucking solo against Collingwood.
AAP · Apr 10 'He's a pro': Sore Daicos battles on as Carlton loom Collingwood need to fix their connection issues in attack while Craig McRae hopes sore Nick Daicos will be better for the run after their loss to Fremantle.
AAP · Apr 10 Dynamic Dockers leave it late to rain on Pies' parade Coach Justin Longmuir was delighted with how Fremantle seized the big moments to pull off a dramatic six-point win over Collingwood.
AAP · Apr 9 'Bringing the heat': Dockers wary of wounded Magpies Dockers forward Isaiah Dudley reckons a Collingwood side coming off a tough loss to Brisbane makes them opponents to be wary of.
AAP · Apr 9 Collingwood back Nick Daicos to return and deliver Nick Daicos and Scott Pendlebury are due to return for Collingwood against Fremantle and forward Beau McCreery is confident they are ready to make an impact.
AAP · Apr 8 Star Collingwood duo declared fit to face Fremantle Collingwood coach Craig McRae has cleared a star duo to return from injury in Friday night's clash against Fremantle in Adelaide.
AAP · Apr 8 Embattled Blues out to avoid another costly drop-off Carlton's drop-offs late in games has the Blues and coach Michael Voss under the pump but spearhead Harry McKay is confident they can fix the issue.
AAP · Apr 7 Star Fremantle midfielder to remain on sidelines Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir says a key pair of players will spend another week on the sidelines and miss the Gather Round clash against Collingwood.
AAP · Apr 3 Dockers coach lauds desperation in narrow away win Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir is hailing a growing confidence and maturity at his club after a thrilling two-point away win over Adelaide.