Lions star cleaned up by Hawks co-captain in AFL prelim
Hawthorn co-captain Jai Newcombe has crashed into Brisbane Lions star Lachie Neale in a dramatic start to the AFL preliminary final.
Australian rules football
Longmuir repays Freo faith with grand final appearance
Justin Longmuir has steered Fremantle into the club's second grand final, riding the coaching rollercoaster under an intense spotlight throughout his tenure.
Wharfies make way to the MCG, whatever the price
Airlines are being accused of "un-Australian price gouging" of Fremantle Dockers fans looking to reach this year's AFL grand final.
Young talent peaking at right time for Freo
Fremantle star Hayden Young is reaping the benefits of a careful management program as he sets his sets on premiership glory.
Lions star rediscovers best after backing of Fagan
After the toughest season of his glittering career, Brisbane co-captain Hugh McCluggage has returned to form and is eyeing a historic premiership three-peat.
‘We will be immortals’: Dockers eye off history
Fremantle will feature in just the second grand final of the club's history after coming from behind to defeat Sydney by 12 points at the SCG.
Young plays down ‘fluke’ game-turning goal for Dockers
Hayden Young says he wasn't confident of nailing his after-the-siren set shot against Sydney but was glad it went in after copping a mouthful from Swans fans.
Dockers’ sizzling surge seals spot in AFL grand final
Fremantle will meet either Hawthorn or Brisbane in the AFL grand final as they chase a maiden premiership after coming from behind to beat Sydney.
Hawks hang tough to end Kangaroos’ record AFLW streak
Hawthorn have ended North Melbourne's record 32-game winning streak, upsetting the two-time defending AFLW premiers by seven points in Cairns.
Lions star addresses motivation of potential three-peat
Just two wins away from a third straight AFL premiership, Brisbane star Hugh McCluggage is adamant the chance to pull off a three-peat has yet to be discussed.
What’s not special about Hawthorn’s cult hero?
Hawthorn star Nick Watson has cast a spell over teammates and opponents alike as he looks to further cement himself as a big-game player in the AFL finals.
Swans keep the faith amid turmoil as Dockers test looms
Driving Sydney's push for a grand final spot, veteran Jake Lloyd believes the Swans can't be reduced to a few individuals who "made the wrong choices".
Sleepy Hollow to evil empire: how Cats beat the system
Toby Greene's looming move from GWS to Geelong is the latest in a string of draft and trade successes for the perennial powerhouse Cats.
Fans’ chants show faith restored in bulked-up Hipwood
Aware of the criticism the Lions stalwart has copped, Chris Fagan was moved by the crowd chanting Eric Hipwood's name during their finals defeat of Adelaide.
The ‘wake-up call’ that helped Hawks prep for prelim
Thrashed by Brisbane last month, Hawthorn have surged into a home preliminary final and will be out to right some wrongs when they host the Lions at the MCG.
‘Backing him in’: Swans make selection call for finals
Sydney winger Justin McInerney and forward Joel Amartey are fit again, but coach Dean Cox will gamble on only one for their finals clash against Fremantle.
GWS captain finally makes big call on his future
GWS skipper Toby Greene is leaving the Giants after 15 seasons at the club, electing to move back to Victoria for family reasons.
AFL footy boss defends controversial Cats non-goal
AFL football operations boss Greg Swann said the right process was followed when Ollie Dempsey's spectacular shot at goal was controversially ruled a behind.
Hawks’ ‘pawn’ out to checkmate Lions in AFL final
Harry Morrison loves chess especially when he's a couple of steps ahead of the game and hopes Hawthorn can do the same in Saturday's AFL preliminary final.
Tight fit for forward-thinking Swans in Dockers duel
Sydney are weighing up rolling the dice on tinkering with their attack for a preliminary final against Fremantle, with Joel Amartey back in the frame.
Lions’ belief lifted ’embarrassed’ forwards off canvas
Brisbane's small forwards responded to being put under a fierce blowtorch and are flying again heading into an AFL preliminary final with Hawthorn.
No stadium, no problems as Devils look to build roster
The Tasmania Devils chief executive has played down concerns that a contentious stadium will impact the club's ability to attract star AFL talent.
‘Backing myself’: Hawk flying with better AFL mindset
Over the last couple of seasons, a Hawthorn midfielder has cemented himself in their AFL side thanks to not being so hard on himself.
We won’t get ambushed: Dockers on red alert for Swans
Sydney will be without the "Pullman Five" and Callum Mills for Friday's preliminary final, but Fremantle aren't being lulled into a false sense of security.
‘No-brainer’: Lions’ young gun pens timely new deal
Logan Morris has joined Zac Bailey in committing his playing future to the Brisbane Lions just days out from the AFL preliminary final against Hawthorn.
‘Prove myself’: Swans recruit in finals family affair
Sydney recruit Jai Serong has already done his homework on Fremantle ahead of a blockbuster preliminary finals clash, thanks to help from his older brother.
Meek revenge plot as Hawks aim to derail Lions dynasty
Hawthorn ruckman Lloyd Meek can't shake the moment when Sam Draper got the better of him and won't rest until he gets one back on his opposite number.
No superpowers needed as Swans aim to take down Dockers
Far from being torpedoed, Sydney will be aiming to buck the odds yet again when they take on Fremantle in Friday night's preliminary final at the SCG.
‘Look in the mirror’: how Lions loss jarred Hawks
Hawthorn co-captain Jai Newcombe says it was no surprise Brisbane bounced back last weekend to set up their preliminary final this Saturday at the MCG.
Port defender to miss a quarter of AFLW season for bump
Demons star Eliza McNamara has undergone surgery for a fractured jaw after copping a brutal bump from Port Adelaide's Ella Heads, leading to a suspension.
Hawks skipper’s worst injury fears confirmed
Hawthorn have suffered a massive setback in their quest for an AFLW finals berth, losing captain Emily Bates for the rest of the season with a knee injury.