Injuries haven’t dimmed AFL players’ Origin enthusiasm
South Australia will return to the AFL's Origin arena and face Western Australia, while past injuries haven't scared off players from wanting to take part.
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‘Always gets touches’: Clarkson on Nasiah’s masterclass
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson believes Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera gets the ball in "wrong" places, despite the Saints superstar sinking the Kangaroos.
Coaches spar after Lion’s crude shove attracts scrutiny
Port Adelaide coach Josh Carr and Lions counterpart Chris Fagan have expressed their displeasure after an incident involving Lions defender Ty Gallop.
Coach warns of complacency as Lions firm in flag hunt
After Brisbane took a sledgehammer to Port Adelaide, Lions coach Chris Fagan warned the same fate awaits his side if they take their foot off the pedal.
‘Huge’ international clash for Irish who call AFLW home
Gripes about the venue won't minimise the Australia-Ireland show-stopper AFLW fans have waited nearly a decade for, the teams' superstar captains say.
Seven’s heaven for Gunston in big Hawks win
Jack Gunston kicked his 600th AFL goal among a bag of seven to help Hawthorn canter to an 93-point win over Essendon and tighten their grip on a top-four spot.
Fraser to consider next move in Carlton coaching race
With just four rounds remaining and the Carlton coaching process underway, caretaker coach Josh Fraser admits the time is approaching to consider his future.
Defiant Hardwick backs Suns to rise from ‘darkest days’
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick has drawn parallels between the Suns' nightmare nine-game losing streak and his experience at Richmond in 2016.
Port wary but not worried by looming Hinkley raid
Star Port Adelaide forward Mitch Georgiades is among the players who could be targeted by new Tasmania Devils coach Ken Hinkley.
Rejuvenated Geelong end Demons’ MCG hot streak
Injury-hit Geelong have ended Melbourne's MCG hot streak, putting together a powerful second quarter to secure a vital 20-point win.
No time for slip ups: Bulldogs wary of battling Tigers
The Western Bulldogs have plenty on the line against Richmond, with Luke Beveridge's men aiming to climb the AFL ladder to avoid the finals wildcard.
Coach Cox tips more spite in Swans-Giants derby
Sydney Swans coach Dean Cox expects a typically intense and spiteful AFL derby against GWS with both clubs needing a win in Saturday's clash at Engie Stadium.
Can battling Suns find ‘magical formula’ at Marvel?
Gold Coast head to Melbourne to face Carlton down on confidence and searching for the "magical formula" to end an eight-game losing run.
‘Use it all’: Magpies coach wants to fill cap space
Coach Craig McRae says Collingwood will have lots of salary cap in the next trade period and he wants to use it all.
Good to go: Caddy to face Hawks after heart scare
Emerging Essendon star Nate Caddy has been told his heart won't be put at risk by playing against Hawthorn on Saturday.
Allen key to roaring Lions’ selection debate
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan is tossing up whether to recall experienced forward Oscar Allen from a long-term injury into his winning AFL side.
Carlton provide update on injured star forward
Star Carlton forward Harry McKay has failed to participate during the Blues' main training session following a much-talked about knee injury.
‘Things in place’: Suns prepared if King leaves
As Ben King leans towards wanting a move to Hawthorn, Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick has shared his views on the star forward's future.
No easy fixes for battered Swans: Campbell
Star Sydney forward Braeden Campbell says the Swans know exactly what's holding them back, as he blows off the cobwebs following months of injury.
Daicos masterclass helps Collingwood stun Adelaide
Collingwood champ Nick Daicos has turned in another superb performance in a precious 34-point away victory against Adelaide.
AFL legend left bloodied, bruised after home invasion
Photos show the extent of injuries AFL legend Mick Malthouse suffered fending off alleged intruders and the injury he dealt to one of the accused.
Injury toll has silver lining for derby-focused Giants
Stand-in GWS captain Stephen Coniglio isn't fazed by the battling club's crowded casualty ward as he eyes a crosstown clash with a wobbly Sydney Swans outfit.
‘Good space’: Crows star set for fiery Magpies clash
Adelaide's coach is backing Izak Rankine to be composed when he plays Collingwood for the first time since his ban for a homophobic slur at a Magpie player.
Rowell responds to under-fire Suns’ rift reports
Matt Rowell says tough conversations are necessary given Gold Coast's AFL plight, but suggestions he's fallen out with coach Damien Hardwick aren't true.
McRae sends special message to Hill before heading west
With Collingwood set to be at full-strength for their Adelaide clash, coach Craig McRae sent a message to missing star Bobby Hill who is set to quit the club.
‘What the fans want’: AFLW defends historic match venue
While the AFLW is set to play five double-headers, they have defended their venue choice for the inaugural international between Australia and Ireland.
Lohmann credits Lions teammate for special form
Kai Lohmann was down on confidence when teammate Hugh McCluggage urged the Brisbane energizer bunny to watch his own 2024 AFL grand-final highlights.
Docker O’Meara avoids surgery but faces finals fight
Jaeger O'Meara is yet to win a finals game during his 206-game AFL career, and the injured veteran faces some hurdles to break that trot this year.
AFL legend dubs alleged home invaders ‘cockatoos’
AFL premiership coach Mick Malthouse has recounted the moment he caught three men allegedly trying to break into his home and was stabbed while letting them go.
New Devils boss almost gave up on coaching dream
Ken Hinkley almost gave up on his dream, but now has won the job as Tasmania's inaugural head coach when it enters the AFL in 2028.
‘Passion, history’: inaugural Devils AFL coach secured
Tasmania's freshly minted AFL coach Ken Hinkley believes the island can be an attractive spot for players and the club will be out to chase "the best ones".