AFL has 'gone too far' on free-kick clarity, says Lyon Ross Lyon wants the AFL to stop publicly clarifying controversial umpiring decisions, questioning why certain free kicks are deemed more important than others. AAP · Jun 12, 2024
Tiger Lynch eyes return for Dustin Martin's 300th game Tom Lynch will push to play for Richmond in Dustin Martin's 300th AFL game while Adelaide could regain Izak Rankine and Taylor Walker against Sydney. AAP · Jun 11, 2024
GWS star Green defends controversial free against Hawks Midfielder Tom Green says if he hadn't tried to spoil James Sicily late in GWS's tight loss in Launceston, the Hawks captain probably would have kicked a goal. AAP · Jun 11, 2024
Umpire boss says Andrew-King free was wrong call AFL umpires' boss Steve McBurney says two of Saturday's big free kicks were correct calls, with Gold Coast's Mac Andrew the unlucky exception. AAP · Jun 9, 2024
Kangaroos rebuild on track: Clarkson After beating West Coast for a first win in 12 games, head coach Alastair Clarkson insists his North Melbourne rebuild is gathering pace. AAP · Jun 8, 2024
Kingsley hopes returning troops can break Giants' lull The Giants have taken a dive after a hot start to the AFL season, but are hopeful some returning players can help turn the tide. AAP · Jun 8, 2024
Free kick gives Hawthorn AFL thriller over Giants The Hawks have come from behind to beat the Giants by six points courtesy of a Luke Bruest goal from a free kick with about a minute left to play. AAP · Jun 8, 2024
In-form Hawks will back themselves for Giant test Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell says his emerging team is sticking to its own system more often, rather than adjusting to the opposition. AAP · Jun 7, 2024
Richmond prepare to celebrate shy icon Martin Richmond coach Adem Yze says his club won't shy away from the magnitude of Dustin Martin's looming 300th AFL match. AAP · Jun 6, 2024
Hawks know Launceston will hold no fears for Giants Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell hopes to make the most of their home-ground advantage this Saturday in Launceston, while knowing the venue won't bother GWS. AAP · Jun 6, 2024
Clarkson reveals Hawks stress behind bench outburst Alastair Clarkson continues to work on controlling his emotions after avoiding AFL sanction for his outburst during North Melbourne's loss to Port Adelaide. AAP · Jun 6, 2024
Fagan bullish, but says Lions must kick straighter Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says goalkicking has been a glaring problem ahead of their must-win game on Friday night against the Western Bulldogs. AAP · Jun 6, 2024
Crows coach clears air with frustrated forward Rachele Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says he has cleared the air with small forward Josh Rachele ahead of the Crows' home clash against Richmond. AAP · Jun 5, 2024
Crows lose Walker, axe O'Brien for Tigers clash Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks has axed ruckman Reilly O'Brien and lost Taylor Walker to injury for their game against lowly Richmond. AAP · Jun 5, 2024
AAP · Jun 5, 2024 Crows chairman backs extending Nicks' coaching contract Adelaide chairman John Olsen says despite the Crows' struggles, he has no issue with the decision to extend coach Matthew Nicks' contract until the end of 2026.
AAP · Jun 4, 2024 Premiership window wide open for Giants: Taylor Bullish about winning a maiden premiership with GWS, All-Australian defender Sam Taylor has inked a seven-year extension deal with the club.
AAP · Jun 4, 2024 Crows' Laird slams "terrible mindset" in humbling loss Midfielder Rory Laird says it's up to Adelaide players to fix their "terrible mindset" in their loss to Hawthorn.
AAP · Jun 4, 2024 Tigers star Martin rested, set to play 300th at MCG Richmond superstar Dustin Martin is set to play his 300th AFL game at the MCG in round 14 after being rested for the Tigers' trip to Adelaide.
AAP · Jun 3, 2024 Crows lose injured Crouch for rest of AFL season Adelaide's Matt Crouch needs shoulder surgery and will miss the rest of the season while Jordan Dawson and Taylor Walker are no certainties to play Richmond.
AAP · Jun 2, 2024 Bontempelli brilliance well worth the wait for Bulldogs There were high-profile reports, some surprising results and plenty of stand-out individual performances in another action-packed round of AFL matches.
AAP · Jun 1, 2024 Hawks coach decries racism after social media abuse Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell has volunteered that there was a racist social media post directed at one of his players.
AAP · Jun 1, 2024 Adelaide coach fumes as Hawks continue Crows' MCG woes Hawthorn have easily beaten Adelaide by 27 points at the MCG, with Hawks forward Jack Gunston kicking three goals in his 250th game.
AAP · May 31, 2024 Young Hawk Day crucial for Crows midfield battle Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell has likened young gun Will Day's impact to that of an on-field coach, as the Hawks prepare for a midfield battle against Adelaide.
AAP · May 30, 2024 AFL clears Clarkson for boundary-line swearing North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson has avoided a potential two-match ban after the AFL investigated him for a foul-mouthed outburst during Saturday's game.
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.