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Collingwood will relish the challenge of taking on Sydney at the SCG in their preliminary final after a season of defying expectations.

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Magpies' minds back on the AFL job at hand

Distractions are everywhere in September, but Collingwood coach Craig McRae has knocked them on the head leading into the AFL preliminary final against Sydney.

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AFL preliminary finals brim with possibility with grand final date for the taking

Collingwood’s now trademark energy will be tested in Sydney, while Brisbane again look to take their chances against a refreshed Geelong

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Swans looks at minder to curb De Goey

Sydney will consider sending one of their top midfielders to tag Collingwood's Jordan De Goey in a crucial match-up in their preliminary final on Saturday.

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Swan Callum Mills signs on until 2029

Sydney have locked away co-captain Callum Mills until the end of 2029, but the future of star forward Lance Franklin remains undecided.

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Swans fly through to historic AFL prelim

Sydney coach John Longmire has urged his young Swans to keep savouring their moments after recording a stunning qualifying final upset of Melbourne at the MCG.

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Sydney stun Demons in AFL final boilover

The Sydney Swans have shocked reigning AFL premiers Melbourne at the MCG by 22 points to win through to their first preliminary since 2016.

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Swans block out Franklin AFL distraction

A decision on Sydney star Lance Franklin's playing future looms large over the business end of the AFL season as the Swans set their sights on a premiership.

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Franklin puts AFL contract talks on hold

Lance Franklin has issued a brief statement about his AFL playing future, declaring he won't make a decision until the end of the season.

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Lions coach would be keen on Franklin

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan believes it would be "remiss" of the Lions not to talk to Lance Franklin if the forward is seeking a Queensland move.

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Dogs' Ugle-Hagan emulates idol Franklin

No.1 AFL draft pick Jamarra Ugle-Hagan is still pinching himself after kicking a match-winning goal even his idol Lance Franklin would be proud of.

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Sydney hold off brave Adelaide in AFL

Sydney continued their push for a top-four finish with a win over Adelaide as Lance Franklin climbed higher on the list of all-time leading goalkickers.

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Swans veteran Josh Kennedy eyes AFL return

Veteran Sydney Swans midfielder Josh Kennedy is closing in on an AFL return following a lengthy injury spell after making a successful comeback in the VFL.

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Dockers coach defends one-kick Nat Fyfe

Fremantle skipper Nat Fyfe tallied just one kick among his 15 disposals in Saturday's 17-point loss to Sydney, but coach Justin Longmuir isn't worried.

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Warner masterclass helps Sydney sink Freo

Sydney midfielder Chad Warner has produced a 35-disposal masterclass to help lift the Swans to a come-from-behind victory against Fremantle in Perth.

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Dockers back Logue to curb Franklin impact

Fremantle defender Griffin Logue is a chance to get the job on Sydney star Lance Franklin after Alex Pearce was ruled out with a calf injury.

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Swans 'comfortable' with Franklin talks

The Sydney Swans are comfortable Lance Franklin will remain at the AFL club despite a report claiming the superstar has been insulted by a new contract offer.

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Freo defender in race to face Buddy

A battle with Sydney superstar Lance Franklin looms, but Fremantle defender Alex Pearce is yet to prove his fitness for Saturday's AFL clash.

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Franklin has Gary Ablett's mark in sight

Veteran Sydney forward Lance Franklin needs three more goals to become the fifth most prolific goalkicker in VFL/AFL history.

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Port down Swans, stay alive for AFL finals

A six-goal burst in the third term has propelled Port Adelaide to a 23-point win over Sydney to keep the Power in touch with the AFL top eight.

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Stars to boost Tigers, Lynch out again

Star Richmond forward Tom Lynch will miss another week with a hamstring issue but the Tigers could welcome back as many as three other premiership stars.

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Sydney Swans stun Demons in AFL thriller

The Sydney Swans have upset reigning AFL premiers Melbourne, recovering after conceding the first five goals to defeat the Demons by 12 points at the MCG.

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Dees' intensity dialled up for Swans clash

After seeing Melbourne's 17-match winning streak ended, coach Simon Goodwin has noticed a renewed energy in his AFL side ahead of the meeting with Sydney.

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AFL apologises to Lance Franklin over tribunal hearing for striking Trent Cotchin

The league issues an apologetic statement after Lance Franklin's hit on Trent Cotchin was described as "cowardly" during a dramatic tribunal hearing.

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AFL says sorry to superstar Lance Franklin

Sydney Swans superstar Lance Franklin has received a formal apology from the AFL following a heated tribunal hearing where he was labelled a "coward".

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