Comeback Hawks pip Cats to boost top-four hopes Kristy Stratton has kicked the match-winning goal to launch Hawthorn to a comeback win in Geelong, with Aine McDonagh also influential. AAP · Sep 25, 2025
How lucky Lion rallied for shot at flag after 2024 pain Brisbane had three fan favourites miss the 2024 grand final because of knee injuries. Darcy Gardiner knows how lucky he is to be the only one tackling Geelong. AAP · Sep 25, 2025
'Part of your DNA': Snoop taking grand final seriously Snoop Dogg has strutted into the MCG for his official appearance ahead of a fascinating, somewhat controversial, AFL grand-final entertainment set. AAP · Sep 25, 2025
Lions star picked for grand final, Cats summon ruckman The Brisbane Lions' Lachie Neale has won his race to overcome injury and play in the AFL grand final against a Geelong side to feature ruckman Rhys Stanley. AAP · Sep 25, 2025
Geelong’s cheer squad was a haven for this Cats fan when she needed it the most The AFL club and its social scene became a huge part of Robyn Cecil’s life, but grew even more important after her husband’s death The Guardian - AU · Sep 25, 2025
'That next guy': Cats forward out to build on legacy Ablett, Mooney, Hawkins, Cameron ... Neale? Geelong's latest focal point is determined to add his name to the list of legendary key forwards at Kardinia Park. AAP · Sep 24, 2025
Career revived, Cat still carries weight into decider Jack Martin considered retirement when injuries took hold last year and still battles nagging doubts, despite reviving his career with Geelong this season. AAP · Sep 24, 2025
Brisbane ready for Cats fans to 'come at' feisty Lion Brisbane firestarter Cam Rayner played the villain last time the Lions faced Geelong and he'll be ready for more attention from Cats fans in the grand final. AAP · Sep 24, 2025
Lions back Neale to make right call in race to reach GF All eyes are on Lachie Neale's bid to make a remarkable grand-final return from injury and his teammates will back him to make the right call. AAP · Sep 24, 2025
Want AFL grand final tickets? Go and watch the AFLW Five double passes to MCG showpiece to be won on Thursday and Friday as league looks to boost women’s crowds The Guardian - AU · Sep 24, 2025
From the Pocket: blunt and brilliant Chris Scott is master of a job few have done better The Geelong coach never saw himself in the position, and sometimes hints at leaving, but the Cats have become a force under his guidance The Guardian - AU · Sep 24, 2025
Cats wrap arms around concussed star amid GF heartbreak Geelong star Jeremy Cameron has opened up on how the Cats are supporting Tom Stewart and the change he'd like to see to avoid future grand final anguish. AAP · Sep 24, 2025
Club legends Brown, Selwood to present premiership cup Former Brisbane captain and three-time premiership player Jonathan Brown will have the honour of presenting the cup if the Lions defeat Geelong. AAP · Sep 24, 2025
Inside the Lions and Cats' race to five premierships Geelong and the Brisbane Lions have each won four premierships this century, but the two AFL powerhouses have taken different paths to this year's grand final. AAP · Sep 23, 2025
AAP · Sep 23, 2025 Boom recruit Smith exceeds Cats' great expectations High-profile recruit Bailey Smith has bounced back from a serious knee injury to star in Geelong's run to the grand final amid a series of controversies.
AAP · Sep 23, 2025 The O'Connor triplets of County Kerry are no more Mark O'Connor has "a few suspects" back in Ireland after the Geelong defender's Wikipedia page was giving a whole different picture of his family life.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 23, 2025 Superstitions make way for AFL grand final traditions as Lions fans get used to success Brisbane diehards are forming new and old September habits as the club prepares to face Geelong in a third straight decider on Saturday
AAP · Sep 23, 2025 Hawthorn's Chol cleared by AFL tribunal for Cat tackle Hawthorn's Mabior Chol has successfully challenged a proposed three-game ban for the tackle that will force Geelong's Tom Stewart to miss the AFL grand final.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 23, 2025 Parochialism or just vibes? How to pick a team to cheer for in the AFL grand final With no overwhelming sentimental favourite in this year’s decider, neutral followers are left with the question: which team do I dislike less?
AAP · Sep 22, 2025 Great Scott: the two sides to Geelong's coach Geelong's Chris Scott displays a markedly different personality as a coach than he did during his AFL playing career.
AAP · Sep 22, 2025 Cats forward heeds lesson for Andrews grand final duel Geelong forward Shannon Neale felt he let his teammates down opposed to Brisbane star Harris Andrews earlier this year and is desperate to make amends.
AAP · Sep 22, 2025 Neale trains as Lion's grand-final return gathers pace Dual Brownlow medallist Lachie Neale has trained strongly in front of thousands of Lions fans to enhance his chances of a grand-final return.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 22, 2025 Dream AFL grand final offers chance to stake claim to being among greatest of this era Saturday’s mouth-watering showdown between Brisbane and Geelong will begin to decide whether either belongs in illustrious company
AAP · Sep 22, 2025 'Turning the screws': Cats rallied after big injury While Tom Stewart's concussion was a massive blow to Geelong, his fellow defenders quickly adapted in their preliminary final win.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 22, 2025 AFL grand final 2025: ultimate guide to the flag decider between Geelong and Brisbane Wondering what time the game starts, how you can watch it live and what happens it it’s a draw? We’ve got you covered