Crows rally around skipper ahead of derby clash
Crows coach Matthew Nicks says Jordan Dawson won't face Port Adelaide with the bereaved Adelaide skipper taking further time away following his brother's death.
Australian rules football
Demons hatched plan to sack Guerra ‘a week or two ago’
Melbourne president Steven Smith says new club chief Dan Taylor was approached earlier this month to take over, with a Plan B needed to remove Paul Guerra.
AFL defends draft changes, ‘furious’ clubs hit out
The AFL is pushing ahead with draft and player-movement changes for this off-season, with Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge and club presidents hitting out.
‘Crucial’: Magpies welcome back Moore for Hawks clash
While all the focus this week has been on Scott Pendlebury, Collingwood will regain their captain and defensive general from injury for the Hawthorn clash.
‘It clicked, finally’: Magpies buoyant for Hawks test
Collingwood's record Anzac Day win over Essendon was a big confidence boost heading into their AFL blockbuster against Hawthorn at the MCG.
AFL premiers to debut young tall after Allen’s injury
The Brisbane Lions have opted to debut a young tall, taken at pick 43 in last year's AFL draft, following a long-term foot injury to star recruit Oscar Allen.
BBL privatisation on hold after Queensland, NSW say no
Cricket Australia chief executive Todd Greenberg says privatisation of the BBL is inevitable, but NSW and Queensland don't want it to go ahead.
Saints slam ‘compromised’ draft after ‘weak’ changes
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon has joined Saints president Andrew Bassat in criticising the AFL for "going weak" on changes to player movement and the draft.
Midfielder in doubt to face Cats as illness hits North
North Melbourne defender Charlie Comben will return to face Geelong, but his housemate George Wardlaw is battling an illness to be in doubt.
Young Saints midfielder thriving after brutal subbing
Twelve months on from being brutally subbed for a poor performance, St Kilda's Hugo Garcia produced a career-defining game.
‘Unique’: Demons still unsure why player needed help
Melbourne will make at least one change for the Anzac Eve match against Richmond as they look into what caused last Sunday's worrying incident.
Tears shed as troubled Sun named for Gold Coast debut
Jamarra Ugle-Hagan endured a year from hell in 2025, but things are looking bright for him this season as he prepares to make his Gold Coast debut.
Carlton formally report to AFL over Hollands incident
Carlton have formally reported back to the AFL after investigating how Elijah Hollands' public mental health episode was allowed to take place at the MCG.
‘Nothing to lose’ for Tigers as spearhead makes return
Faced with a big test on the big stage, Richmond coach Adem Yze will find some reprieve from an injury crisis for their Anzac Day clash against Melbourne.
Fagan wants Brisbane Lions to bare defensive teeth
Brisbane have coughed up triple-figures scores to the opposition in three games already this season and must tighten up if they are to defend their premiership.
Adelaide captain named for return after family tragedy
Adelaide captain Jordan Dawson has been named in the Crows' extended squad, a week after missing a game due to the sudden death of his older brother.
Magpies make Anzac Day call on skipper, Hill return
Collingwood are taking a conservative approach with hamstrung captain Darcy Moore, while a premiership hero will feature in the VFL.
Bulldogs key forward cleared of major injury after loss
Key defender Rory Lobb has joined an expanding injury list at the Western Bulldogs, ruled out for up to a month after hurting his hamstring.
The ‘absolute freaks’ driving Demons’ dramatic revival
Melbourne are up and about ahead of their clash with Richmond, and it's a group of talented youngsters providing a spark.
‘Don’t overthink it’: Suns mids search for answers
Touk Miller has addressed Gold Coast's curious midfield struggles ahead of a Hawthorn test in Tasmania that will reveal how the Suns are travelling.
‘Unbridled enthusiasm’: Saint to return through VFL
One of St Kilda's most important players could be back in the AFL as early as next week as he makes his long-awaited injury comeback.
Murder charge over missing brother of football great
Police have made a major breakthrough in a 14-year missing persons case involving the fraudster brother of a former elite footballer.
AFL appeals board under fire for homophobia findings
Lance Collard's lengthy suspension for a homophobic slur was reduced on appeal, but the AFL has smashed the appeals board over the decision and its reasoning.
From East Freo to the MCG: Bomber marvels at big year
After playing an Anzac Day game a year ago in front of 2607 WA fans, the Bombers-Magpies clash will be a somewhat bigger occasion this time for a young forward.
Kangas aim to box with best as giant litmus test awaits
North Melbourne have made their best start to an AFL season in a decade but face a tough run over the next month, starting with GWS in Canberra.
Crows tap into inside information ahead of Lions test
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks has been picking the brains of some former Brisbane insiders ahead of their AFL clash at the Gabba.
AFL sacks appeals board chair, Gawn condemns language
Melbourne captain Max Gawn says players were "embarrassed" by the AFL appeals board verdict declaring offensive language is "commonplace" in the game.
Hawthorn outshine Suns after ‘baffling’ 50m penalty
Despite a mid-game fright, Hawthorn have done enough to topple Gold Coast, but not all are happy following a controversial 50m penalty.
Pendlebury likely to rest up after Anzac Day heroics
Evergreen Collingwood champion Scott Pendlebury will likely wait an extra week to break the VFL/AFL games record following a remarkable Anzac Day performance.
‘Incredibly frustrating’: Bombers belted on Anzac Day
Essendon's ball use was horrible when the game was on the line and Collingwood made them pay dearly with a record Anzac Day winning margin.
Lions destroy Crows with statement win at the Gabba
The reigning premiers may be a couple of games off the pace but showed why they are still the team to beat this season with a gaping home win over Adelaide.