North continue Suns’ road woes with upset AFL win
Last-placed North Melbourne have stunned Gold Coast and kept them out of the top eight with a four-point win at Marvel Stadium.
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Bombers claim top-eight scalp by stunning Magpies
Essendon have notched up their best win of the AFL season, hanging on to defeat reigning premiers Collingwood by 12 points at the MCG.
Lyon lauds King after Saint’s latest AFL injury setback
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon made it clear he wants Max King to stay at the club long-term, following the key forward's latest serious injury setback.
Eagles coach stands firm amid talk of player unrest
West Coast coach Adam Simpson says it's normal to have some player discontent at AFL clubs, no matter how well the side is going.
Suns face North in golden chance to snap away struggles
The Gold Coast Suns are yet to win an away game this season but facing North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium looms as their best chance yet to break their duck.
Beveridge backs Weightman defence, ready for Power test
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge stands by his strong defence of forward Cody Weightman but will have to face Port Adelaide without the livewire.
Opportunity knocks for Blues veteran as Giants await
Carlton defender Adam Saad has never been part of a team in such a strong position this late in an AFL season and is determined not to let the opportunity slip.
Adam Simpson stands firm amid talk of player unrest
West Coast coach Adam Simpson says it's normal to have some player discontent at AFL clubs, no matter how well the side is going.
Richmond give Martin more time to decide his future
Coach Adem Yze says Richmond don't have a timeline on Dustin Martin's decision on his future as the superstar battles a back injury.
Sicily and Martin grounded, Melksham back from ACL
Melbourne forward Jake Melksham shapes as the feel-good story of round 17 after being named to return from an anterior cruciate ligament tear.
Collingwood still have an aura: Essendon’s McGrath
Essendon vice-captain Andrew McGrath expects to face Collingwood at their best as the rivals meet for the first time since their Anzac Day classic.
North’s Clarkson urges for the umpire ‘bashing’ to stop
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson has emerged a surprise defender of officials, urging the constant umpire "bashing" to stop.
Kangaroos an ‘easy target’ for critics: Clarkson
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson has brushed aside stinging criticism from AFL great Paul Roos - and former club employee - about the Kangaroos.
Josh Daicos under injury cloud, Pies coach backs Moore
Collingwood coach Craig McRae has backed Darcy Moore to rediscover his best form while the Magpies could be without Josh Daicos against Essendon.
Saint King to look to Blues star Curnow for inspiration
After Max King's latest career-interrupting injury, St Kilda want him to look to Carlton star Charlie Curnow as an example of how to overcome multiple setbacks.
Docker Cox set to face Tigers, Walters may miss again
Fremantle's injury-hit defence is set to receive a massive boost, with Brennan Cox on track to return from hamstring surgery against Richmond.
Suns ‘crazy’ not to ponder Dusty recruitment: Hardwick
Suns coach Damien Hardwick admits it would "be crazy" not to consider a Gold Coast reunion with off-contract Richmond star Dustin Martin.
‘You’re kidding’: Hinkley says pressure remains at Port
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley insists pressure remains high at Alberton despite a crucial win against St Kilda following a tough week for the Power.
St Kilda spearhead Max King ruled out for season
Key St Kilda forward Max King has been ruled out for the rest of the season after suffering a knee injury against Port Adelaide.
Blues have Boyd’s one-game AFL ban reduced to fine
Carlton defender Jordan Boyd will play against GWS after a marathon tribunal hearing resulted in his one-game ban reduced to a fine.
Hawk Sicily could play against Cats after dislocation
Hawthorn captain James Sicily will undergo a fitness test ahead of Saturday's AFL game against Geelong after he suffered another shoulder dislocation.
Lions’ signing spree nets Berry, Cameron
Jarrod Berry has followed good mate Hugh McCluggage's lead and re-committed to the Brisbane AFL club, while Charlie Cameron has also extended.
Umpiring standard is as good as ever, says AFL boss
The standard of umpiring is as good as ever despite widespread outcry this season, says AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon.
Blues to contest Boyd’s one-game ban at AFL tribunal
Carlton will take defender Jordan Boyd's one-game ban for forceful front-on contact to a tribunal hearing.
Berry latest in-demand Lion to recommit
Jarrod Berry has followed good mate Hugh McCluggage's lead and re-committed to the Brisbane AFL club that drafted him in 2016 on a long-term deal.
Blues present massive challenge for out-of-sorts Giants
GWS vice-captain Josh Kelly says major change is not needed at the Giants - they just have to get back to doing what they do well, much more consistently.
Wavering Demons still in premiership hunt: defender
Melbourne defender Jake Lever says the Demons can still contend for the premiership, despite their finals hopes hanging in the balance.
Hot Hawks still have work to do: coach Mitchell
Hawthorn are on the cusp of gatecrashing the top eight, and coach Sam Mitchell is encouraging his charges to continue playing with confidence.
Sicily injured as Hawks smash Eagles in Perth
Hawthorn are on the cusp of crashing their way into the AFL's top eight after posting a thumping win over West Coast at Optus Stadium.
Saints’ King has tough outing in tight AFL loss to Port
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon has defended key forward Max King, who went into the ruck late in their two-point loss to Port Adelaide.
Hinkley chokes up after relief of AFL win over Saints
Port Adelaide have beaten St Kilda by two points in an error-filled clash at Marvel Stadium to ease some pressure on coach Ken Hinkley.