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Some modern themes remain from 1899 VFL grand final

While so much has changed in the modern AFL, some themes remain the same from 125 years ago when Fitzroy downed South Melbourne in the 1899 VFL grand final.

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Hawkins, Guthrie can still have a say in Cats' flag bid

Tom Hawkins and Cam Guthrie won't play in Geelong's preliminary final against Brisbane but have been backed to have a significant impact behind the scenes.

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Swans pick Fox over Adams as Stewart returns for Cats

Callum Mills' injury has opened the door for Robbie Fox to return for Sydney in AFL preliminary finals week and Tom Stewart is back to bolster Geelong.

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J-Pod V2: How Mannagh made his mark in first AFL season

Shaun Mannagh was frustrated as AFL clubs kept ignoring him, now the 27-year-old is two wins away from capping a remarkable first year at Geelong with a flag.

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Remodelled Cats AFL attack thriving: Cameron

Jeremy Cameron says Tom Hawkins is doing everything he can to push for a preliminary final recall, but Geelong's current remodelled forward line is firing.

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Rohan concussed, Hawkins quiet in Cats' VFL loss

Geelong forward Gary Rohan has suffered a concussion, while Tom Hawkins was inaccurate in the Cats' VFL loss against Southport.

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Cats coach open-minded to recall stalwarts for prelim

While Tom Stewart will return, Geelong coach Chris Scott is open-minded about the prospect of recalling another proven trio for his club's preliminary final.

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Cats veterans Hawkins, Guthrie ramp up AFL finals bids

Geelong coach Chris Scott has flagged AFL premiership heroes Tom Hawkins and Cam Guthrie returning from extended injury lay-offs at VFL level this weekend.

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De Koning presses AFL finals case as Cats eye Power

Sam De Koning shone in his return from injury at VFL level, making a case to be recalled for Geelong's AFL qualifying final against Port Adelaide.

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From the Pocket: Western Bulldogs face up to unholy trinity with destiny in their own hands

The unpredictable Bulldogs have the coach, talent and firepower to be among the AFL premiership threats but are still to lock in a finals spot

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From the Pocket: Jason Dunstall was the most unlikely champion but became more than a legend

Hawthorn full forward had unique strengths suited to a particular era that led to him being inducted as a Legend in the Australian Football Hall of Fame

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From the Pocket: Gold Coast stuck on road to ruin as horror away form leads to another season wasted

With another season set to end without a finals appearance, it is time for the Suns to prove the club isn’t a waste of time, money and talent

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Pendlebury transforms from 'skinny boy' to AFL legend

Scott Pendlebury was once a "skinny boy" from country Victoria, now the Collingwood legend will become the sixth VFL/AFL player to reach 400 games.

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Pendlebury not motivated by Harvey's AFL games record

Collingwood legend Scott Pendlebury is motivated by playing for as long as he can and not by the prospect of breaking the all-time VFL/AFL games record.

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From the Pocket: Scott Pendlebury can still hear a game’s heartbeat as he hits remarkable milestone

Collingwood great will become just the sixth VFL/AFL footballer to play 400 matches with his inimitable style far from outdated

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Serong conquers mental game on way to VFL/AFL record

Fremantle midfielder Caleb Serong has the chance to become the first VFL/AFL player to rack up 71 consecutive games of 20-plus possessions this weekend.

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Swans embracing injury challenge ahead of AFL finals

Sydney coach John Longmire believes injured star Tom Papley is close to irreplaceable but insists the Swans can fight through a mounting wounded list.

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No one would have won us the hitouts: Demons coach

Melbourne were crushed in the clearance and hit-out battle against Fremantle, and Demons coach Simon Goodwin says Tom Fullarton wouldn't have been the answer.

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Magpies ponder sore De Goey role change, McStay returns

Collingwood could move Jordan De Goey forward as he battles through groin soreness, while key forward Dan McStay has been handed an AFL recall.

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Suspended Lance Collard resumes training with Saints

St Kilda player Lance Collard has resumed training with his teammates after being handed a six-match ban for directing homophobic slurs towards VFL opponents.

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St Kilda's Collard suspended for using homophobic slurs

First-year St Kilda player Lance Collard has been suspended for six games after directing homophobic slurs towards two opponents in a VFL game.

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AFL investigating St Kilda youngster over homophobia

The AFL is investigating after St Kilda youngster Lance Collard became the latest player to have allegedly used homophobic slurs during a game.

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Parker blocks out AFL future noise, focus on Swans spot

Shutting out noise around his AFL club future, Sydney veteran Luke Parker is ready to solidify his spot in a star-studded Swans midfield group.

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Many happy returns as star Swans help crush Kangaroos

Welcoming back All-Australians Callum Mills and Luke Parker to the AFL side, Sydney have won by 79 points to hand an improving North Melbourne a reality check.

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Magpies forward McStay confirmed for return from injury

Collingwood have confirmed forward Dan McStay will play limited minutes in the VFL just eight months after rupturing his ACL.

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