Demons star flies to Adelaide as trade talk ramps up One of Melbourne's most important players has flown to Adelaide, with the Crows known to be interested in trying to secure a trade. AAP · Sep 29, 2025
Lions' Ashcroft named AFL player of the finals Brisbane Lions midfielder Will Ashcroft has won the Gary Ayres Award as the best player of the AFL finals after starring throughout September for the premiers. AAP · Sep 29, 2025
The Lions stepped up when it mattered most, like they always do. Now a dynasty beckons In August their season was dangling, and on grand final day they were meant to be the banged-up ones. Then they went into hyperdrive The Guardian - AU · Sep 28, 2025
How the Lions beat the Cats for back-to-back flags A look at the key moments and moves that proved pivotal as Brisbane kicked clear in the second half for a convincing grand final win over Geelong. AAP · Sep 27, 2025
AFL grand final fatigue? Not for Cats fans desperate for Geelong to get their dues The sustained hunger for success is really about wanting a club that has been this good for this long to get its adequate reward The Guardian - AU · Sep 26, 2025
Dangerfield heroics excite reliable Lion for GF clash Brisbane midfielder Josh Dunkley looms as the man to take on Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield on grand-final day and he relishes the challenge ahead. AAP · Sep 26, 2025
Timed to perfection: Patrick Dangerfield can cement legacy and power Cats to AFL grand final glory Geelong’s success has made it easier to manage the veteran in his final years and they can now reap the rewards at an opportune moment The Guardian - AU · Sep 26, 2025
Taller, leaner, faster: the evolution of the ‘perfect’ AFL body Geelong champion Patrick Dangerfield wowed the AFL world during last week’s preliminary final win against Hawthorn, pushing his 35-year-old body to the limit to propel his team into this year’s Grand Final. The Conversation · Sep 25, 2025
Age not a barrier for AFL grand-final veterans Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield and Brisbane's Dayne Zorko are in their mid-30s but are among the key players in Saturday's AFL grand final. AAP · Sep 25, 2025
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
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
Hawk flag heroes join forces again in Richmond rebuild Hawthorn premiership teammates Luke Breust and Taylor Duryea will reunite at Richmond under Adem Yze, while Sydney's backroom reshuffle has continued. 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
Lion king Fagan wins again at annual AFL coach awards Chris Fagan's ongoing success at Brisbane and his extensive career have been honoured at the AFL Coaches Association annual awards. AAP · Sep 23, 2025
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.
AAP · Sep 23, 2025 Fellow Bombers captains hope Merrett will stay A fortnight after the revelation that Zach Merrett had met with Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell, two former Essendon captains have offered their support.
AAP · Sep 22, 2025 Essendon president stands down amid Merrett turmoil Essendon president David Barham has quit the role as the Bombers deal with multiple problems, including captain Zach Merrett's desire to leave for Hawthorn.
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
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
AAP · Sep 20, 2025 Hawthorn forward hit with lengthy AFL suspension Hawthorn forward Mabior Chol has copped a three-match suspension for a dangerous tackle on Geelong star Tom Stewart in the preliminary final.
AAP · Sep 20, 2025 Lethal slams AFL after Cats star ruled out of decider Leigh Matthews has called for the AFL pre-finals bye to be pushed back after Geelong star Tom Stewart was ruled out of the grand final through concussion.
AAP · Sep 20, 2025 Hawks hold on after Magpies fourth-quarter scare Aine McDonagh kicked two goals as Hawthorn held on for victory after a fourth-quarter challenge from Collingwood.
AAP · Sep 20, 2025 Guthrie lends injured star support as Cats eye AFL GF Geelong have a huge hole to fill with Tom Stewart ruled out of the grand final, but Zach Guthrie believes the Cats can hold up without their injured star.
AAP · Sep 20, 2025 'Gutted': Hawks look to future with Cats too good While Hawthorn made more progress this season, and know they are on the right track, their preliminary-final loss to Geelong was tough to take.
AAP · Sep 19, 2025 Hawks won't stand still as aggressive off-season looms After Hawthorn lost their AFL preliminary final to Geelong, coach Sam Mitchell made it clear they cannot stand still and will aggressively recruit again.