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2022 August
  • Wed, Aug 17, 2022
    North continue AFL pursuit of Clarkson
    North Melbourne want a soft indication about Alastair Clarkson's 2023 plans by the end of Wednesday but it is not an ultimatum to the AFL master coach.
  • Wed, Aug 17, 2022
    Suns' Rankine likely to need surgery: Dew
    Gold Coast's Izak Rankine may well have played his final AFL match for the Suns, with coach Stuart Dew revealing the forward is facing off-season surgery.
  • Tue, Aug 16, 2022
    Bulldog Cordy free to play against Hawks
    Zaine Cordy is free to play against Hawthorn this weekend after being cleared of any wrong doing at the tribunal for his bump on youngster Tanner Bruhn.
  • Tue, Aug 16, 2022
    Lions no one-man AFL band: Zorko
    Brisbane star Lachie Neale could win a second Brownlow Medal this season, but captain Dayne Zorko is hoping others step up to ensure they are a finals force.
  • Mon, Aug 15, 2022
    Battling Bombers turn to external review
    Essendon coach Ben Rutten is safe in the role for now, but the struggling AFL club will seek external help in a review of its football operations.
  • Mon, Aug 15, 2022
    King needs goal-kicking help: Saints coach
    St Kilda coach Brett Ratten has walked back comments forward Max King does not need external help for his goalkicking woes after booting 1.5 against Brisbane.
  • Sun, Aug 14, 2022
    Blues take positives from AFL heartbreak
    Carlton coach Michael Voss lauded his "brave" players despite watching them throw away victory against Melbourne late in a five-point AFL defeat.
  • Sun, Aug 14, 2022
    Bombers embarrassed in Power AFL rout
    Port Adelaide have turned on the jets after quarter-time to hand Essendon an 84-point thrashing in both sides' penultimate game of the AFL season.
  • Sun, Aug 14, 2022
    Dogs' Cordy to face AFL tribunal
    Western Bulldogs defender Zaine Cordy has been referred directly to the AFL tribunal over his bump on GWS player Tanner Bruhn.
  • Sun, Aug 14, 2022
    Lynch stars in Tigers' AFL rout of Hawks
    Richmond star Tom Lynch has monstered Hawthorn's defence in a superstar eight-goal haul, powering the Tigers to a 61-point AFL smashing at the MCG.
  • Sun, Aug 14, 2022
    Magpies to take no risks with De Goey
    Collingwood will take a conservative approach with Jordan De Goey after the star forward was a late withdrawal from their AFL clash with Sydney on Sunday.
  • Sun, Aug 14, 2022
    Melksham firmly in Dees AFL finals frame
    After missing out on the 2021 premiership, Jake Melksham is putting his best foot forward in a bid to play a role for Melbourne in this year's AFL finals.
  • Sun, Aug 14, 2022
    Pickett targeted, Demons call out racism
    Melbourne are working with the AFL integrity unit to find a social media user who racially abused Indigenous goal-kicker Kysaiah Pickett online.
  • Sun, Aug 14, 2022
    Richmond to enter AFL finals with belief
    Richmond have secured their spot in the AFL finals, with rivals inside the top-eight wary of the team that has won three of the past five premierships.
  • Sun, Aug 14, 2022
    Swans beat Magpies, surge into AFL top-two
    Sydney climbed into the AFL top-two with a 27-point triumph that leaves Collingwood needing a final-round victory to be sure of a double chance in the finals.
  • Sat, Aug 13, 2022
    Bulldogs star Bontempelli battles injury
    Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has revealed captain Marcus Bontempelli is struggling with an adductor injury and almost sat out the game against GWS.
  • Sat, Aug 13, 2022
    Fagan calls for AFL 'stand' rule review
    Brisbane captain Dayne Zorko gifted St Kilda's Jack Higgins a goal for an infraction on the mark and Lions coach Chris Fagan wants the AFL to tweak the rule.
  • Sat, Aug 13, 2022
    Home study has Magpies ready for Swans
    Collingwood coach Craig McRae has used an enforced couch day at home earlier in the week to boost his planning for Sunday's AFL clash with Sydney.
  • Sat, Aug 13, 2022
    Ratten defends wayward AFL gun King
    Max King had a tough night in front of the posts as Saints lost to Lions but St Kilda coach Brett Rattan says he still has confidence in the youngster.
  • Sat, Aug 13, 2022
    Saints midfielder Crouch offered AFL ban
    St Kilda midfielder Brad Crouch is facing an early end to his AFL season after being offered a one-game ban for a high bump on Brisbane defender Darcy Gardiner.
  • Fri, Aug 12, 2022
    Carlton not satisfied with AFL improvement
    Carlton coach Michael Voss believes the under-fire Blues have more to give this AFL season as they attempt to secure a drought-breaking finals appearance.
  • Fri, Aug 12, 2022
    Collins facing AFL challenge against Cats
    Gold Coast defender Sean Lemmens says helping teammate Sam Collins handle Geelong's star-studded forward line will be crucial to Saturday's AFL clash.
  • Fri, Aug 12, 2022
    Crows brace for Cunnington return
    North Melbourne veteran Ben Cunnington will make an emotional AFL return from cancer when he lines up in Saturday's clash with Adelaide.
  • Fri, Aug 12, 2022
    Injured AFL Lion Ah Chee calls out racism
    Brisbane Lions utility Callum Ah Chee has revealed he was racially abused online just days after being concussed in a controversial incident against Carlton.
  • Fri, Aug 12, 2022
    Power load up in attack against Bombers
    Port Adelaide will welcome back Mitch Georgiades and Todd Marshall on Sunday, but Essendon have also been bolstered by the return of key players.
  • Fri, Aug 12, 2022
    Under-fire Hinkley kept faith with Port
    Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley maintains he never doubted he would continue in the top job at the Power next season despite speculation about his future.
  • Thu, Aug 11, 2022
    Tigers star Martin back for AFL finals
    Richmond star Dustin Martin will be back for the AFL finals, should they make it, but has been ruled out of the Tigers' remaining two home-and-away games.
  • Wed, Aug 10, 2022
    Carlton will appeal Cripps' suspension
    Carlton have confirmed they will seek to free Patrick Cripps for their last two regular season games by appealing his suspension at the AFL Appeals Board.
  • Wed, Aug 10, 2022
    Dangerfield set for Geelong AFL return
    Geelong coach Chris Scott says Patrick Dangerfield and a handful of other talents are set to return to their line-up for their trip to the Gold Coast.
  • Wed, Aug 10, 2022
    Dons coach says Heppell doesn't owe club
    Essendon captain Dyson Heppell is facing a big call on his AFL future, with the unrestricted free agent weighing up offers from the Bombers and Gold Coast.
  • Wed, Aug 10, 2022
    Hawks skipper McEvoy to retire from AFL
    Hawthorn captain Ben McEvoy has announced he will retire at the end of the AFL season, overcoming a broken neck this year to mark his 250th game.
  • Wed, Aug 10, 2022
    Kangaroos' Cunnington to make AFL return
    North Melbourne star Ben Cunnington will return to the AFL team this week after recovering from testicular cancer and playing in the VFL last week.
  • Wed, Aug 10, 2022
    Rankine's best will be at Gold Coast: Dew
    Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew says nothing has changed in his AFL club's pursuit of Izak Rankine's signature, stating his best football lies at the Suns.
  • Tue, Aug 09, 2022
    Anxious Dangerfield dodges injury bullet
    Geelong veteran Patrick Dangerfield has been hampered by calf muscle issues this season, but says last week's scare turned out to be a false alarm.
  • Tue, Aug 09, 2022
    Carlton embracing AFL finals challenge
    Carlton star Sam Walsh admits he would have "killed" to be in AFL finals contention early in his career and cannot wait to fight the hard way for it.
  • Tue, Aug 09, 2022
    Carlton star Cripps fails at AFL tribunal
    Carlton will be without Patrick Cripps for their crucial final AFL regular-season games after the Blues midfielder failed to overturn his rough conduct ban.
  • Tue, Aug 09, 2022
    Crows' Walker insists camp was a positive
    Adelaide captain Taylor Walker admits he knew something was wrong after the Crows' infamous 2018 pre-season camp, but says he did what he could to fix things.
  • Tue, Aug 09, 2022
    Lions teammate in awe of superstar Neale
    Brisbane ruck Oscar McInerney says playing alongside Lachie Neale makes his own job easy and the AFL star is hitting new levels due to his professionalism.
  • Tue, Aug 09, 2022
    Suns teammates urging Rankine to stay
    Gold Coast AFL players Nick Holman and Sean Lemmens believe good times lie ahead at the Suns for Izak Rankine should he knock back an offer from Adelaide.
  • Mon, Aug 08, 2022
    AFL Crows hierarchy apology in open letter
    Adelaide have released an open letter apologising to Eddie Betts and other players who had a negative experience from their infamous 2018 AFL pre-season camp.
  • Mon, Aug 08, 2022
    AFLW players boosted for quick turnaround
    After a period of uncertainty, Melbourne's Libby Birch believes AFLW players have been reinvigorated for season seven, which has been brought forward to August.
  • Mon, Aug 08, 2022
    Bailey Smith re-signs with Bulldogs
    Western Bulldogs midfielder Bailey Smith says people at the club have supported him through thick and thin, and he never considered leaving.
  • Mon, Aug 08, 2022
    Demons seek remedy to AFL trend
    Melbourne defender Jake Lever was left feeling dejected after the AFL loss to Collingwood, which came about when the Demons threw away another big lead.
  • Mon, Aug 08, 2022
    Freo happy to avoid Eagle Kennedy
    Fremantle's Lachie Schultz was stunned by Josh Kennedy's eight-goal haul on Sunday and says he's pleased the retired Eagle won't face the Dockers on Saturday.
  • Mon, Aug 08, 2022
    Scans clear Cat Dangerfield of calf injury
    Geelong's Patrick Dangerfield has been cleared of injury after having calf scans, but Collingwood ruckman Brodie Grundy is out for the AFL season with an ankle.
  • Mon, Aug 08, 2022
    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.
  • Mon, Aug 08, 2022
    Two-match ban for Carlton skipper Cripps
    Captain Patrick Cripps will miss Carlton's testing last two games against Melbourne and Collingwood unless the Blues can overturn his two-match ban.
  • Mon, Aug 08, 2022
    Wooden spoon not in West Coast's thinking
    North Melbourne and West Coast remain locked in a race to avoid the wooden spoon, with the Eagles ahead by percentage but with two tough games to come.
  • Sun, Aug 07, 2022
    Carlton's AFL finals spot under threat
    After starting the season at 8-2, Carlton's grip on a first AFL finals appearance in nine years is slipping ahead of the last two rounds.
  • Sun, Aug 07, 2022
    Crows spoil Eagle great Kennedy's farewell
    Retiring West Coast forward Josh Kennedy has kicked eight goals but his set-shot miss in the final term proved costly in a 16-point AFL loss to Adelaide.
  • Sun, Aug 07, 2022
    Longmire wants to enjoy Franklin's season
    Sydney Swans coach John Longmire is comfortable with Lance Franklin's call to postpone contract talks and wants to enjoy the AFL legend's end to the season.
  • Sun, Aug 07, 2022
    Top Cats close in on AFL minor premiership
    The loss of Patrick Dangerfield to a calf problem hasn't stopped Geelong extending their AFL winning streak to 11 matches with a 45-point thumping of St Kilda.
  • Sat, Aug 06, 2022
    Bulldogs' AFL finals hopes suffer big blow
    The Western Bulldogs need to win their final two games of the AFL season to be any chance of playing finals after suffering a 17-point defeat against Fremantle.
  • Sat, Aug 06, 2022
    Fremantle secure vital AFL win over Dogs
    Fremantle have rediscovered their attacking flare to boost their top-four aspirations, defeating the disappointing Western Bulldogs by 17 points.
  • Sat, Aug 06, 2022
    Gibbs' 'regrets' over infamous Crows camp
    Former Adelaide Crows player Bryce Gibbs says there were "plenty of red flags" at a notorious 2018 AFL pre-season camp and he regrets not speaking up.
  • Sat, Aug 06, 2022
    Hot Pies claim epic AFL win over Demons
    Collingwood have surged into second spot on the AFL ladder after overpowering reigning premiers Melbourne in a seven-point thriller at the MCG.
  • Sat, Aug 06, 2022
    Lions' Neale looks at positives of loss
    Brisbane AFL star Lachie Neale says the Lions have refused to get down on themselves for a costly second-half lapse against Richmond at the MCG.
  • Sat, Aug 06, 2022
    McRae keen to keep AFL free agent De Goey
    Jordan De Goey has showcased his talent in Collingwood's AFL win over Melbourne and coach Craig McRae is eager for the free agent re-sign with the club.
  • Fri, Aug 05, 2022
    Crows camp preyed on trauma: Josh Jenkins
    Former Adelaide AFL forward Josh Jenkins has given a disturbing account of the Crows' infamous camp, backing up Eddie Betts' claims in his autobiography.
  • Fri, Aug 05, 2022
    Crows coach Nicks to speak with Betts
    Eddie Betts' startling revelations about Adelaide's infamous pre-season camp has prompted Crows coach Matthew Nicks to reach out to the hurting AFL icon.
  • Fri, Aug 05, 2022
    Desperate Dockers plot Bulldogs downfall
    Fremantle's top-four hopes will be on the line in their AFL clash with the Western Bulldogs while Luke Beveridge's side need to win to stay in the finals hunt.
  • Fri, Aug 05, 2022
    Fired-up GWS determined for AFL response
    GWS Giants will look to bounce back from a disappointing loss and the scathing criticism that followed when they take on Essendon at Giants Stadium.
  • Fri, Aug 05, 2022
    Former Crow Jenkins backs Betts' claims
    Josh Jenkins has become the first former Adelaide player to publicly back-up Eddie Betts' startling revelations about the Crows' infamous 2018 camp.
  • Fri, Aug 05, 2022
    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.
  • Fri, Aug 05, 2022
    Socceroos keeper Vukovic in ALM return
    Central Coast Mariners have pulled off a recruiting coup with Socceroos goalkeeper Danny Vukovic returning to the A-League Men club for the upcoming season.
  • Thu, Aug 04, 2022
    Eagles keen to retain Rioli, Hurn for 2023
    West Coast forward Willie Rioli is weighing up his future after being offered a contract extension, while Shannon Hurn is expected to sign a one-year deal.
  • Thu, Aug 04, 2022
    Ed Langdon calls Magpies a one-trick pony
    The fuse has been lit for Friday night's blockbuster at the MCG after Melbourne winger Ed Langdon questioned Collingwood's ability to adapt to different styles.
  • Thu, Aug 04, 2022
    GWS coach McVeigh stands by criticism
    Mark McVeigh has doubled down on comments made about all but eight of his players last week as the Giants look to bounce back against the in-form Essendon.
  • Thu, Aug 04, 2022
    Kangaroos play it safe with Cunnington
    Ben Cunnington has missed out on a dream AFL recall this week, with the star Kangaroos midfielder set to play in the VFL instead in his return from cancer.
  • Thu, Aug 04, 2022
    Lions snare AFL son-of-a-gun Ashcroft
    Brisbane have confirmed Will Ashcroft, the son of triple AFL premiership-winner Marcus, will join the Lions as a father-son selection at this year's draft.
  • Thu, Aug 04, 2022
    Pies coach McRae backs young star Ginnivan
    Collingwood forward Jack Ginnivan has drawn praise from his coach over a revealing interview in which he revealed the toll the AFL spotlight is taking on him.
  • Wed, Aug 03, 2022
    Chol relishing chance to shine at Suns
    A chance to show what he can do in the AFL convinced Mabior Chol to move to Gold Coast and it's a decision that has paid off for club and player.
  • Wed, Aug 03, 2022
    Crows apologise to Betts for camp trauma
    Adelaide have publicly and privately apologised to club legend Eddie Betts over his trauma suffered from the Crows' infamous 2018 pre-season camp.
  • Wed, Aug 03, 2022
    Dockers urged to do it for Mundy in AFL
    Fremantle forward Matt Taberner is in danger of being dropped for Saturday's crunch clash with the Western Bulldogs, but there won't be mass changes.
  • Wed, Aug 03, 2022
    Laird saddened by Betts' Crows camp recall
    Star Adelaide midfielder Rory Laird, who will play his 200th AFL game on Sunday, plans to reach out to former teammate Eddie Betts over his camp revelations.
  • Wed, Aug 03, 2022
    Saints board asks about De Goey pursuit
    St Kilda's board wants more information on the Saints' interest in Jordan De Goey and coach Brett Ratten claims the questioning is fair and reasonable.
  • Tue, Aug 02, 2022
    Betts spills on infamous Crows AFL camp
    AFL legend Eddie Betts has opened up on the "weird" and "disrespectful" Adelaide Crows pre-season camp, saying he has never regained the same love for football.
  • Tue, Aug 02, 2022
    Blues staying positive in AFL finals hunt
    Carlton's AFL finals destiny is in their hands and star defender Jacob Weitering says there are no signs of panic despite a shock loss against Adelaide.
  • Tue, Aug 02, 2022
    Demons plead with Jackson for commitment
    Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says he's spoken to in-demand ruckman Luke Jackson about staying committed to the AFL side despite contract speculation.
  • Tue, Aug 02, 2022
    Kolodjashnij keen on Tasmanian AFL team
    Geelong's Jake Kolodjashnij says the success of NBL franchise Tasmania JackJumpers is further proof that the community will get behind an AFL team in Tasmania.
  • Tue, Aug 02, 2022
    Lions staying positive after Tigers loss
    Brisbane forward Eric Hipwood thinks some people seem to have forgotten Richmond's quality in analysing the Lions' AFL loss to the Tigers at the MCG.
  • Mon, Aug 01, 2022
    Adams, Grimes' seasons in doubt via injury
    Collingwood midfielder Taylor Adams won't take the field again before the AFL finals after scans showed he suffered a groin injury against Port Adelaide.
  • Mon, Aug 01, 2022
    Gawn empathy for AFL rival Ginnivan
    Melbourne skipper Max Gawn has put the AFL rivalry with Collingwood to one side, saying he empathises with under-fire Magpies dynamo Jack Ginnivan.
  • Mon, Aug 01, 2022
    Gawn tips Jackson to ink new Dees AFL deal
    Melbourne young gun Luke Jackson has put off AFL contract talks until the end of the season but captain Max Gawn is confident his teammate will stay put.
  • Mon, Aug 01, 2022
    Ginnivan situation 'bizarre' says skipper
    Collingwood captain Scott Pendlebury says Jack Ginnivan is being umpired differently to his rivals after again not being paid a free kick despite high contact
  • Mon, Aug 01, 2022
    Libba keeps faith in Dogs' AFL finals push
    The Western Bulldogs have been inconsistent throughout the 2022 AFL season but are still in the finals hunt ahead of Saturday's crucial match with Fremantle.
  • Mon, Aug 01, 2022
    Lion Zac Bailey cleared of serious injury
    Brisbane forward Zac Bailey has been released from a Melbourne hospital and been cleared to fly back to Brisbane after having his kidney injury assessed.
  • Mon, Aug 01, 2022
    No guarantees on Hurley AFL comeback
    Essendon veteran Michael Hurley has played his first full game in the VFL on return from a crippling hip infection, in a positive step towards an AFL comeback.
  • Mon, Aug 01, 2022
    Swan Kennedy still a chance for 300
    Sydney veteran Josh Kennedy has told coach John Longmire he wants to concentrate on regaining his spot in the senior side before deciding his AFL future.
2022 July
  • Sun, Jul 31, 2022
    A snapshot of the AFL season's round 20
    A look at round 20 of the AFL season, where St Kilda broke back into the top-eight and high-flying Geelong and Collingwood extended their winning streaks.
  • Sun, Jul 31, 2022
    AFL gun Ginnivan reveals toll of scrutiny
    The intense AFL spotlight has taken a toll on Collingwood youngster Jack Ginnivan, who continues to impress while at the centre of umpiring controversies.
  • Sun, Jul 31, 2022
    Eagles great to call shots on AFL farewell
    West Coast coach Adam Simpson says whether or not the Eagles AFL home match against Adelaide will be a farewell for Josh Kennedy is in the hands of the forward.
  • Sun, Jul 31, 2022
    Fagan plays down Lions' MCG AFL 'monkey'
    Brisbane coach Chris Fagan has played down the AFL club's poor record at the MCG after the Lions squandered a 42-point lead against Richmond on Sunday.
  • Sun, Jul 31, 2022
    One-match AFL ban for young Hawk Jiath
    Hawthorn's Changkuoth Jiath has been charged with a dangerous tackle on St Kilda's Jack Steele and is facing a one-game AFL ban with an early guilty plea.
  • Sun, Jul 31, 2022
    Richmond secure remarkable AFL victory
    Richmond have continued the Brisbane Lions' miserable record at the MCG, coming from 42 points down to win in Shane Edwards' 300th AFL game.
  • Sun, Jul 31, 2022
    Saints, Blues face tough AFL runs home
    Carlton and St Kilda hold seventh and eight spots respectively with three rounds left in the AFL home-and-away season, with the chasing pack ready to pounce.
  • Sun, Jul 31, 2022
    Suns pip fast-finishing Eagles in AFL
    A five-goal haul by Mabior Chol has secured Gold Coast a vital three point win over a fast-finishing West Coast at Metricon Stadium.
  • Sat, Jul 30, 2022
    AFL finals start now for Lions coach
    A tight AFL ladder means finals essentially start this weekend as far as Chris Fagan is concerned as Brisbane look to end an MCG hoodoo against Richmond.
  • Sat, Jul 30, 2022
    Coach McVeigh slams 'checked out' Giants
    A disappointed Mark McVeigh has delivered a stunning rebuke to the misfiring GWS Giants after their 73-point belting by cross-city rivals Sydney at the SCG.
  • Sat, Jul 30, 2022
    Ratten wants respect after Saints' AFL win
    St Kilda have held on for an important 12-point win over Hawthorn as fit-again veteran Dan Hannebery gathered 27 disposals in his first game of the AFL season.
  • Sat, Jul 30, 2022
    Saints eye Hannebery role in AFL fight
    Dan Hannebery's successful comeback from repeated soft tissue injuries has sparked hope he can play a role for St Kilda in their AFL finals battle.
  • Fri, Jul 29, 2022
    Demons take rejection in their stride
    Melbourne's bid to train at Optus Stadium on Thursday was knocked back, but it's water off a duck's back for the defending AFL premiers.
  • Fri, Jul 29, 2022
    MCG record not about venue for Lions coach
    Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says ending the Lions' eight-year wait for an AFL win at the MCG is about performance, rather than anything specific to the venue.
  • Fri, Jul 29, 2022
    Ratten defends Hannebery's AFL selection
    St Kilda coach Brett Ratten says Dan Hannebery's form as well as experience means he deserves selection to face Hawthorn on Saturday above other players.
  • Fri, Jul 29, 2022
    Scott hails Cat Selwood as AFL's best
    Geelong coach Chris Scott has paid the ultimate tribute to Joel Selwood, calling the Cats captain the best AFL player he has ever seen ahead of his 350th game.
  • Fri, Jul 29, 2022
    Silvagni 'disappointed' after Blues axing
    Jack Silvagni was disappointed to be axed from Carlton's best-22 but Blues coach Michael Voss has backed the versatile tall to return better than ever.
  • Fri, Jul 29, 2022
    Sydney faces danger game against GWS
    Sydney heads into their AFL derby in strong form and with an eye on finals, but recent clashes show GWS can more than match their arch-rivals.
  • Thu, Jul 28, 2022
    Beveridge wants AFL medi sub rule scrapped
    The AFL's medical substitution rule has come under fire this week and Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge and Richmond counterpart Damien Hardwick want it changed.
  • Thu, Jul 28, 2022
    Brayshaw pens huge Dees contract extension
    Melbourne gun Angus Brayshaw has put free agency speculation to bed by signing a huge contact extension with the Demons until the end of the 2028 AFL season.
  • Thu, Jul 28, 2022
    Carter weighs in on Tas AFL stadium talk
    Former Geelong president and author of a report into the viability of a Tasmanian AFL team, Colin Carter, says focus should not be on a building a new stadium.
  • Thu, Jul 28, 2022
    Cunnington's footy return delayed by COVID
    North Melbourne veteran Ben Cunnington is one of four Kangaroos with COVID ahead of their clash with Essendon, further delaying his return from a cancer battle.
  • Thu, Jul 28, 2022
    Dockers aim to bury two Demons in one
    Fremantle will be aiming to claw their way back into the top four with victory over Melbourne in Friday night's AFL clash at Optus Stadium.
  • Thu, Jul 28, 2022
    Eagle Yeo struck down by injury again
    West Coast midfielder Elliot Yeo has suffered yet another leg injury, while Josh Kennedy will be rested for Sunday's clash with Gold Coast.
  • Thu, Jul 28, 2022
    Hardwick confident on Martin's AFL future
    Richmond's Dustin Martin has two years left on his AFL contract and coach Damien Hardwick isn't concerned about ongoing noise linking the star to a move away.
  • Thu, Jul 28, 2022
    Rankine and Suns closing in on new deal
    Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew is confident a resolution is close between the AFL club and Izak Rankine over a new deal to keep the forward at the Suns.
  • Thu, Jul 28, 2022
    Richmond ride emotional AFL rollercoaster
    After a bizarre draw against Fremantle, a re-signing, retirements, milestone games and off-field dramas have ensured it's been a big week for AFL club Richmond.
  • Wed, Jul 27, 2022
    Carey backs North's pursuit of Clarkson
    Alastair Clarkson's fierce leadership style is exactly what North Melbourne need at the embattled AFL club, Kangaroos legend Wayne Carey says.
  • Wed, Jul 27, 2022
    Dockers must get used to chopped-up turf
    The Optus Stadium turf took a pounding last week and Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir doesn't expect it to regain its pristine status this AFL season.
  • Wed, Jul 27, 2022
    'Hurt' Bombers determined to bounce back
    Essendon star Andrew McGrath says the entire AFL club is shattered after the Bombers' stunning after-the-siren defeat against bitter rivals Collingwood.
  • Wed, Jul 27, 2022
    Legend Matthews blasts AFL bosses
    AFL icon Leigh Matthews has blasted the league's handling of the high contact rule, saying he feels sick about the treatment of Collingwood's Jack Ginnivan.
  • Wed, Jul 27, 2022
    Magpies' De Goey back for Port AFL clash
    Jordan De Goey has successfully completed Collingwood's training session on Wednesday and is set to make his AFL return against Port Adelaide this weekend.
  • Wed, Jul 27, 2022
    Magpies shielding Ginnivan from AFL storm
    Collingwood coach Craig McRae sought explanation from the AFL over the controversial decision not to award Jack Ginnivan a high-contact free kick on Sunday.
  • Wed, Jul 27, 2022
    Sydney ready for fired-up GWS in derby
    Sydney and co-captain Callum Mills will overlook the Giants' recent form as they prepare for their rivals to treat the AFL derby match like a virtual final.
  • Tue, Jul 26, 2022
    AFL star Dangerfield wants countdown clock
    Geelong superstar and AFL Players Association president Patrick Dangerfield has called for the league to break with tradition and introduce countdown clocks.
  • Tue, Jul 26, 2022
    Brown out again, but Lever back for Dees
    Melbourne will welcome back star defender Jake Lever for Friday night's AFL clash with Fremantle, but forward Ben Brown will miss a second straight match.
  • Tue, Jul 26, 2022
    Demons, Lions in Friday night AFL stoush
    Melbourne and Brisbane will face off in a Friday night blockbuster at the Gabba in round 23, while Collingwood's clash with Carlton at the MCG is also big.
  • Tue, Jul 26, 2022
    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.
  • Tue, Jul 26, 2022
    Swallow an AFL inspiration for Sun Rowell
    Gold Coast young gun Matt Rowell says the longevity and consistency of teammate David Swallow is an inspiration as he nears the end of an injury-free season.
  • Mon, Jul 25, 2022
    AFL says Ginnivan initiated high contact
    Collingwood will ask the AFL to explain the controversial umpiring decision not to award Jack Ginnivan a free kick from Mason Redman's high tackle.
  • Mon, Jul 25, 2022
    COVID hits North quartet and coach
    Four North Melbourne players and interim coach Leigh Adams have tested positive for COVID in the lead-up to their round 20 match against Essendon.
  • Mon, Jul 25, 2022
    Tigers' AFL coach Hardwick in VFL row
    Richmond AFL coach Damien Hardwick allegedly used abusive language towards Williamstown players at a VFL match, where he was watching from the sidelines.
  • Sun, Jul 24, 2022
    Curnow fires in Blues' AFL win over GWS
    Carlton bounced back from their loss to AFL ladder leaders Geelong by grinding out a 36-point victory over GWS, with Patrick Cripps and Sam Walsh prominent.
  • Sun, Jul 24, 2022
    Dew wants clarity over Rankine treatment
    Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew is seeking clarity over the treatment of Izak Rankine after the forward was shut out in the Suns' 17-point AFL loss to Brisbane.
  • Sun, Jul 24, 2022
    Elliott goals after siren for Magpies win
    Collingwood star Jamie Elliott has nailed a difficult goal from the pocket to defeat rivals Essendon by four points in a remarkable AFL finish at the MCG.
  • Sun, Jul 24, 2022
    Ugle-Hagan stars in Bulldogs' AFL stunner
    No.1 draft pick Jamarra Ugle-Hagan has announced himself in the AFL after starring in the Western Bulldogs' stirring upset win over reigning premiers Melbourne.
  • Sat, Jul 23, 2022
    Bulldogs stun Demons in AFL GF rematch
    The Western Bulldogs have charged home to stun reigning premiers Melbourne by 10 points in an enthralling AFL grand final rematch at Marvel Stadium.
  • Sat, Jul 23, 2022
    Lions beat Suns in thrilling AFL Qld derby
    Brisbane have overcome a dogged Gold Coast at the Gabba to scupper the Suns' AFL finals hopes with a 16.14 (110) to 14.9 (93) win in the Queensland derby.
  • Sat, Jul 23, 2022
    McRae wants Ginnivan to play AFL role
    Jack Ginnivan made a statement when Collingwood last met Essendon and will be a focal point in attack again for the Magpies in their AFL clash on Sunday.
  • Sat, Jul 23, 2022
    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.
  • Sat, Jul 23, 2022
    Tas premier makes AFL bid funding threat
    Tasmania's premier has threatened to withdraw the state government's funding offer for an AFL team if the league "doesn't respect" its magnitude.
  • Sat, Jul 23, 2022
    Tigers' best still good enough: Hardwick
    Richmond coach Damien Hardwick is keeping the faith in his Tigers despite a costly draw against Fremantle that could see them drop out of the top-eight.
  • Fri, Jul 22, 2022
    Fagan hits back at Lions' AFL flag critics
    Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says external doubters who believe his team cannot win an AFL premiership due to patchy recent form are of no concern to him.
  • Fri, Jul 22, 2022
    Magpies all clear on AFL high contact rule
    Collingwood coach Craig McRae has no concerns over the application of head-high contact rules after the AFL "tightened the screws" on its interpretation.
  • Thu, Jul 21, 2022
    Tigers seek to overcome AFL mental hurdles
    Richmond and Fremantle are looking to rebound from disappointing losses in a Friday night showdown that will help shape their respective AFL finals prospects.
  • Wed, Jul 20, 2022
    Adams enjoying 'work experience' at North
    North Melbourne caretaker coach Leigh Adams has pledged to leave the struggling AFL club in a better position after his five-week stint in charge ends.
  • Wed, Jul 20, 2022
    Beveridge doesn't bite on Jones AFL talk
    Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has refused to confirm speculation the AFL club is looking at recruiting sidelined former Carlton defender Liam Jones.
  • Wed, Jul 20, 2022
    Cats need to improve to win flag: Scott
    Ladder leaders Geelong are flying high on the back of an eight-match winning run, but coach Chris Scott says his team will be in trouble if they don't improve.
  • Wed, Jul 20, 2022
    Demons relishing tough run to AFL finals
    Star Melbourne onballer Clayton Oliver will play in Saturday night's AFL blockbuster against the Western Bulldogs and Jake Lever also should be available.
  • Wed, Jul 20, 2022
    Dew preparing for huge Qld AFL derby
    Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew has labelled Saturday's AFL match against Brisbane as the biggest Queensland derby in his time with the Suns.
  • Wed, Jul 20, 2022
    Hardwick calls on Tiger Army in AFL
    Richmond face a crunch clash with Fremantle to kick off round 19 in the AFL and coach Damien Hardwick wants to see a big crowd on hand at Marvel Stadium.
  • Wed, Jul 20, 2022
    Hawks to enter the unknown in Hobart
    Hawthorn have never played at Blundstone Arena before, and they will need to adapt to the conditions quickly in Saturday's clash with North Melbourne.
  • Tue, Jul 19, 2022
    Lions' 'Beast' mounts case for Suns clash
    Brisbane midfielder Rhys Mathieson was among the best on ground in a rare AFL appearance against GWS but could be squeezed out when the Lions play the Suns.
  • Tue, Jul 19, 2022
    Lockett-Coventry AFL ends to be reinstated
    The famous Lockett-Coventry signs were removed for the installation of "sexy scoreboards" but the goalkicking legends' names will be back in Marvel Stadium.
  • Tue, Jul 19, 2022
    Port ponder taking AFL punt on Fantasia
    Port Adelaide's Orazio Fantasia is in the mix to play his first AFL game this season as the Power seek more scoring power against ladder-leaders Geelong.
  • Mon, Jul 18, 2022
    Carlton accept Will Hayes AFL suspension
    Carlton midfielder Will Hayes will miss AFL games against GWS and Adelaide after accepting a two-match ban for a dangerous tackle on Sam Menegola.
  • Mon, Jul 18, 2022
    Kangaroos' AFL coaching race to heat up
    North Melbourne captain Jack Ziebell expects to be asked for feedback from the committee that will select the Kangaroos' fourth AFL coach in five seasons.
  • Mon, Jul 18, 2022
    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.
  • Sun, Jul 17, 2022
    Carlton fail audit in AFL loss to Geelong
    Comprehensively beaten by ladder-leaders Geelong, Carlton will attempt to pick themselves up again as they aim to lock in a first finals berth in nine years.
  • Sun, Jul 17, 2022
    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.
  • Sun, Jul 17, 2022
    Dons' Rutten hails AFL cult hero Draper
    Cult figure Sam Draper produced one of the highlights of the AFL season with his galloping goal in the final quarter of Essendon's win over Gold Coast.
  • Sun, Jul 17, 2022
    Snapshot for round 18 of the AFL season
    Geelong continued their winning ways with victory over Carlton, but Melbourne are still nipping at their heels following their victory over Port Adelaide.
  • Sun, Jul 17, 2022
    Suns' loss costly in AFL finals race
    Zach Merrett starred and Jake Stringer kicked four goals as Essendon scored a fourth win in five AFL games with a 48-point upset of Gold Coast.
  • Sat, Jul 16, 2022
    Ratten frustrated by Saints' inconsistency
    St Kilda coach Brett Ratten admits the Saints are running out of time to resurrect their AFL season after an embarrassing showing against the Western Bulldogs.
  • Sat, Jul 16, 2022
    Suns eager to ground high-flying Bomber
    Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew believes familiarity will be key when the Suns try to ground high-flying former AFL teammate Peter Wright and Essendon on Sunday.
  • Sat, Jul 16, 2022
    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.
  • Sat, Jul 16, 2022
    Western Bulldogs fear more COVID chaos
    The Western Bulldogs are putting extra measures in place to ensure the club's AFL finals tilt is not greatly impacted by the spike in COVID-19 infections.
  • Fri, Jul 15, 2022
    Adams aims to free up North's AFL attack
    New caretaker coach Leigh Adams will simplify North Melbourne's game plan in an attempt to end a 14-match AFL losing streak when they take on Richmond.
  • Fri, Jul 15, 2022
    Blues want AFL compensation over Jones
    Liam Jones may return to the AFL next season after the league lifted its vaccination mandate but, if he does, his former club Carlton will seek compensation.
  • Fri, Jul 15, 2022
    Blues, Cats focused on AFL midfield battle
    Two of the AFL's best contested ball sides will fight it out to provide for their hugely talented forward lines when Carlton and Geelong face off at the MCG.
  • Fri, Jul 15, 2022
    Bulldogs humble insipid St Kilda in AFL
    The Marcus Bontempelli-led Western Bulldogs have booted the first seven goals at Marvel Stadium to humble an embarrassing St Kilda unit by 28 points.
  • Fri, Jul 15, 2022
    Giants to take a stand against Brisbane
    GWS defender Isaac Cumming admits his side must produce a big improvement when they battle Brisbane on Saturday after a flat showing against Port Adelaide.
  • Fri, Jul 15, 2022
    McGrath, Hurley boost Bombers in AFL
    With Andrew McGrath re-signed and Michael Hurley returning from injury through the VFL this weekend, Essendon now hope to lock in captain Dyson Heppell.
  • Fri, Jul 15, 2022
    Port coach Ken Hinkley to miss AFL game
    Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley will miss the Power's game against Melbourne in Alice Springs while isolating at home under the AFL's COVID-19 protocols.
  • Thu, Jul 14, 2022
    AFL lifts COVID-19 vaccine mandate
    The AFL has lifted its COVID-19 vaccine mandate, effective immediately, allowing a small handful of players against having the jab to return to the field.
  • Thu, Jul 14, 2022
    AFL soft cap boosted $750,000 by 2024
    The AFL has announced their soft cap on football department spending will increase $750,000 by 2024, taking it to a total of $7.2 million.
  • Thu, Jul 14, 2022
    Dogs sniff out AFL response against Saints
    The Bulldogs have lost three players, including star forward Aaron Naughton, to the AFL's health and safety protocols ahead of their clash with St Kilda.
  • Thu, Jul 14, 2022
    Hardwick cops blame for shock Suns loss
    Richmond coach Damien Hardwick says he didn't prepare his players well enough for their loss to the Gold Coast as they again struggled in a close game.
  • Thu, Jul 14, 2022
    Lions in no rush despite top four AFL race
    Brisbane coach Chris Fagan will resist rushing back players that aren't fully ready to return despite the Lions being in a tense race for an AFL top four berth.
  • Thu, Jul 14, 2022
    Naughton out, Bruce returns for Bulldogs
    Brisbane and Richmond have made mass changes for their respective AFL matches this weekend, while the Western Bulldogs have mixed news on the selection front.
  • Thu, Jul 14, 2022
    No need for Kangaroos to call me: Simpson
    Former Hawthorn coach Alastair Clarkson looms as the No.1 target for North Melbourne after Eagles coach Adam Simpson ruled himself out of the running.
  • Thu, Jul 14, 2022
    Suns' AFL lifer Swallow hailed by Dew
    Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew has hailed the form of David Swallow as the Suns' foundation player prepares to equal the AFL club's appearance record.
  • Thu, Jul 14, 2022
    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.
  • Thu, Jul 14, 2022
    Warrior Saint Geary retires from AFL
    Former St Kilda captain Jarryn Geary has announced his AFL retirement after failing to recover from last year's shoulder injury.
  • Wed, Jul 13, 2022
    Blight urges Clarkson to coach Kangaroos
    North Melbourne great Malcolm Blight believes the Kangaroos are ideally placed for Alastair Clarkson to mould the battling AFL club into premiership contention.
  • Wed, Jul 13, 2022
    Bulldogs' Smith seeking AFL redemption
    Bailey Smith will return for the Western Bulldogs in the AFL crunch clash St Kilda after sitting out the Dogs' last four matches through suspension.
  • Wed, Jul 13, 2022
    Dockers coach keen for Lobb to stay put
    AFL rivals are lining up bids for Rory Lobb but Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir wants the experienced ruck-forward to stay on the Dockers' books next season.
  • Wed, Jul 13, 2022
    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.
  • Tue, Jul 12, 2022
    Blues duo lag behind Cats in AFL: McKay
    Carlton forward Harry McKay says he and teammate Charlie Curnow still lag behind Geelong's Tom Hawkins and Jeremy Cameron as the AFL's best attacking duo.
  • Tue, Jul 12, 2022
    GWS midfielder Hopper set for AFL return
    GWS midfielder Jacob Hopper will play AFL for the first time since round one this weekend, having finally recovered from a long-term knee complaint.
  • Mon, Jul 11, 2022
    AFL stars respond to online racial abuse
    Fremantle's Michael Walters and Michael Frederick have become the latest AFL players to call out vile racist abuse they received on social media.
  • Mon, Jul 11, 2022
    Demons bank on depth to replace Oliver
    Jake Melksham and Luke Dunstan are among the options to replace star Melbourne midfielder Clayton Oliver for Sunday's clash with Port Adelaide in Alice Springs.
  • Mon, Jul 11, 2022
    Pittonet, McGovern close to Blues return
    Carlton duo Marc Pittonet and Mitch McGovern are closing in on AFL returns, but whether it comes against Geelong on Saturday remains to be seen.
  • Mon, Jul 11, 2022
    Roo Stephenson fires back at AFL critics
    High-profile critics have lined up to question Jaidyn Stephenson over his performance in North Melbourne's disappointing AFL loss to Collingwood.
  • Mon, Jul 11, 2022
    Season over for AFL stalwart Phil Davis
    GWS are gutted for Phil Davis after the veteran defender was ruled out for the rest of the AFL season with another serious hamstring injury.
  • Sun, Jul 10, 2022
    Bombers beat COVID-19 hit Lions in AFL
    Essendon have dented Brisbane's AFL top four aspirations, making the most of a Lions team depleted by injury and illness to claim a 10-point win at the Gabba.
  • Sun, Jul 10, 2022
    Focused tall Lobb impresses Freo coach
    Rory Lobb produced another strong performance in Fremantle's win over St Kilda as speculation swirls around a possible club switch at the end of the AFL season.
  • Sun, Jul 10, 2022
    Hawks lean on McEvoy for AFL inspiration
    Ben McEvoy has inspired his teammates with an emotional return from a career-threatening neck injury in Hawthorn's 32-point AFL win over Adelaide.
  • Sun, Jul 10, 2022
    Lewis stars in Hawks' AFL win over Crows
    Hawthorn captain Ben McEvoy has returned from a career-threatening neck injury and Mitch Lewis kicked five goals in the 32-point AFL win over Adelaide.
  • Sat, Jul 09, 2022
    Bulldogs flattered in thumping: Beveridge
    Luke Beveridge was left frustrated by the Western Bulldogs' display as fast-starting Sydney ran away to a 53-point victory in their crucial clash at the SCG.
  • Sat, Jul 09, 2022
    Swans' Papley cleared over AFL report
    In-form Sydney speedster Tom Papley is free to play against Fremantle in round 18 after being cleared of wrongdoing by the AFL match review officer.
  • Fri, Jul 08, 2022
    Andrews added to Lions' COVID-19 absences
    Brisbane are searching for another captain after Harris Andrews became the latest Lions player to join their long list of outs for AFL clash with Essendon.
  • Fri, Jul 08, 2022
    Bomber Parish suffers another calf injury
    Essendon will be without Darcy Parish for their trip to the Gabba, but it's nothing compared to the wholesale changes Brisbane have been forced to make.
  • Fri, Jul 08, 2022
    Cockatoo back as Lions ravaged in AFL
    Matt Crouch has forced his way back into Adelaide's line-up through pure weight of numbers, while Brisbane has been forced to make eight changes.
  • Fri, Jul 08, 2022
    Demons' AFL audit reveals work ahead
    Simon Goodwin has highlighted a long list of on-field areas to address with his Melbourne side as they seek to get their AFL premiership defence back on track.
  • Fri, Jul 08, 2022
    Magpies lose De Goey for North AFL clash
    Jordan De Goey's troubles now extend to on the field, with the Collingwood star out of AFL action for two to three weeks because of a quad muscle strain.
  • Fri, Jul 08, 2022
    Saints aim to build AFL form post-slump
    St Kilda rebounded superbly from their three-game slump last week with the big win over Carlton and now they take on Fremantle in another massive clash.
  • Fri, Jul 08, 2022
    Saints' Ratten lands two more AFL seasons
    Brett Ratten's contract as St Kilda coach has been extended by two years, ending speculation about his future ahead of a massive clash against Fremantle.
  • Thu, Jul 07, 2022
    Swans, Bulldogs reach AFL crossroad
    Whoever loses Friday night's AFL clash between Sydney and the Western Bulldogs will leave the SCG with their season on the brink.
  • Thu, Jul 07, 2022
    Ziebell to return, backs North's AFL plans
    North Melbourne captain Jack Ziebell will return this Saturday against Collingwood, but ruckman Tristan Xerri needs surgery and his season is probably over.
  • Wed, Jul 06, 2022
    Cats fired up for clash with AFL premiers
    Melbourne tormented Geelong late last season and both sides are firing on all cylinders ahead of Thursday night's AFL blockbuster at a sold-out GMHBA Stadium.
  • Wed, Jul 06, 2022
    Dees face AFL audit in Cats clash
    Melbourne's level of recovery from a mid-season AFL form slump will be put to the test against Geelong at GMHBA Stadium.
  • Wed, Jul 06, 2022
    Freo weigh up Fyfe role for Saints clash
    Nat Fyfe didn't attend a single centre bounce in Fremantle's AFL win over Port Adelaide but may be thrust back into the middle against St Kilda this weekend.
  • Wed, Jul 06, 2022
    Noble says calmness crucial at North
    North Melbourne coach David Noble says the club remains aligned as it endures a horror losing streak at the bottom of the AFL ladder.
  • Tue, Jul 05, 2022
    Lions star Hipwood avoids suspension
    Brisbane Lions forward Eric Hipwood has received a $2,500 fine for careless contact with an umpire after he pushed a Western Bulldogs player onto an official.
  • Tue, Jul 05, 2022
    Luckless Sun Budarick suffers ACL injury
    Young defender Connor Budarick's 2022 AFL season is over with Gold Coast confirming the 21-year-old has suffered an ACL injury to his right knee.
  • Tue, Jul 05, 2022
    Tight AFL ladder puts Lions on edge
    Just two wins separate second spot from ninth on the AFL ladder as the race for a top-four berth is set to intensify over the coming weeks.
  • Tue, Jul 05, 2022
    Treloar, English set for Swans AFL clash
    Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge is confident onballer Adam Treloar and ruckman Tim English will play in Friday's must-win game against Sydney.
  • Mon, Jul 04, 2022
    Curnow takes tips on AFL kicking yips
    Carlton's leading goal-kicker Charlie Curnow hopes to produce a more accurate showing in front of the big sticks in the AFL meeting with West Coast.
  • Mon, Jul 04, 2022
    Demons are clearly the benchmark: Tuohy
    Geelong have the chance to leapfrog Melbourne into top spot when the two AFL powerhouses face off in Thursday night's blockbuster at GMHBA Stadium.
  • Mon, Jul 04, 2022
    Fremantle AFL coach bristles at Fyfe focus
    Fremantle star Nat Fyfe has taken a step forward in his new role but coach Justin Longmuir won't be giving his AFL rivals a heads-up on their future plans.
  • Mon, Jul 04, 2022
    Hawks coach ruffles AFLW fixture feathers
    The AFLW fixture has only just been confirmed for season seven but Hawthorn coach Bec Goddard is already arguing the case for change to the schedule.
  • Mon, Jul 04, 2022
    Tiger Martin hamstrung for two AFL games
    Richmond star Dustin Martin is likely to be out of AFL action for two games after suffering a hamstring strain in the Tigers' win against West Coast.
  • Sun, Jul 03, 2022
    Belief growing for soaring AFL Magpies
    Collingwood coach Craig McRae has hailed his team's belief after securing a sixth-straight AFL win with a come-from-behind five-point triumph over Gold Coast.
  • Sun, Jul 03, 2022
    Injuries threaten Suns' AFL finals dream
    Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew's hopes of leading the Suns to a maiden AFL finals berth are looking increasingly unlikely as injuries leave him short in defence.
  • Sun, Jul 03, 2022
    Lobb stars as Freo survive Port AFL scare
    Fremantle have consolidated their spot in the AFL's top-four, downing Port Adelaide by eight points at Optus Stadium off the back of five Rory Lobb goals.
  • Sun, Jul 03, 2022
    Pressure builds on Noble after Cats' romp
    Geelong have destroyed North Melbourne by 112 points, their biggest losing margin this season, to heap more pressure on Kangaroos coach David Noble.
  • Sun, Jul 03, 2022
    Scott wants Cats to relish Demons clash
    Geelong coach Chris Scott says the town will be absolutely pumping next Thursday night when they host top side Melbourne in a blockbuster AFL clash.
  • Sat, Jul 02, 2022
    Bombers stun wasteful Swans in AFL upset
    Essendon have beaten a wasteful Sydney by nine points to strike a blow to the Swans' AFL top-four hopes and ease the pressure on coach Ben Rutten.
  • Sat, Jul 02, 2022
    Demons ace Gawn set for AFL return
    Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says Demons captain Max Gawn will return from injury for a looming AFL blockbuster against Geelong.
  • Sat, Jul 02, 2022
    Fyfe, Mundy with point to prove in AFL
    Fremantle's midfield group were pummelled in last week's 31-point loss to Carlton, but they have the chance to atone against Port Adelaide on Sunday.
  • Sat, Jul 02, 2022
    Greene sees benefit in strong AFL finish
    GWS won't make the AFL finals but co-captain Toby Greene believes there is still plenty left to be gained this season as the Giants host Hawthorn.
  • Sat, Jul 02, 2022
    Moore hurt as Magpies edge Suns in AFL
    Collingwood star Darcy Moore has injured his knee as the Magpies claimed a sixth-straight AFL win with a five-point victory in a thriller over Gold Coast.
  • Sat, Jul 02, 2022
    Unlucky Clark has surgery after Saints win
    St Kilda jumped back inside the AFL's top-eight with a win over Carlton but young defender Hunter Clark suffered another facial injury which required surgery.
  • Fri, Jul 01, 2022
    Dogs' belief remains despite Lions loss
    Disappointed by their fade-out against Brisbane, Luke Beveridge is still backing his Western Bulldogs ahead of a difficult run of AFL games.
  • Fri, Jul 01, 2022
    Dumped Crow has AFL clarity: coach Nicks
    Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says Matt Crouch has again been overlooked for AFL selection but has clarity on what he needs to do to earn a recall.
  • Fri, Jul 01, 2022
    Hawks drop key veteran Shiels again
    Veteran Liam Shiels has been axed from Hawthorn's AFL team for the second time this season as the Hawks prepare to face GWS on Sunday.
  • Fri, Jul 01, 2022
    Lions' Hipwood sent directly to tribunal
    Brisbane Lions forward Eric Hipwood's perplexing incident with Western Bulldogs defender Ryan Gardner and an umpire has been referred to the tribunal.
  • Fri, Jul 01, 2022
    Sick Scott expected to coach against North
    Geelong coach Chris Scott has spent time away from the AFL club through illness but is expected to be fit enough to lead the Cats against North Melbourne.
  • Fri, Jul 01, 2022
    Sydney can't let Bombers game slip: Parker
    Sydney co-captain Luke Parker says the Swans need to get on a roll ahead of the pointy end of the AFL season and can't drop their intensity against Essendon.
  • Fri, Jul 01, 2022
    Wounded St Kilda snap AFL losing run
    St Kilda have recaptured their early-season AFL form, ending a three-game losing run with a pulsating 15-point triumph over Carlton at Marvel Stadium.
2022 June
  • Thu, Jun 30, 2022
    Dockers coach backs midfield to the hilt
    Fremantle's midfielders will be looking to bounce back from their poor display against Carlton when they take on Port Adelaide at Optus Stadium on Sunday.
  • Thu, Jun 30, 2022
    Top AFLW pick to juggle school, travel
    New No.1 draft pick Montana Ham will travel between Melbourne and Sydney as she juggles year 12 with her first AFLW season at the Swans.
  • Thu, Jun 30, 2022
    Wingard suffers setback, Hawks duo return
    Hawthorn will welcome back Will Day and Jack Gunston against GWS but Chad Wingard's return has been delayed after he suffered hamstring tightness at training.

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