Dockers out of finals race but vow to keep fighting
Fremantle's finals hopes are officially over after they suffered a three-point loss to Brisbane in Perth.
Australian rules football
Lions keeping it cool as top two charge builds
Brisbane's three-point win over Fremantle has put them within percentage of second spot, but locking in a top-four berth remains their aim.
Daicos targets AFL finals return in Pies’ flag push
Nick Daicos will miss up to six weeks with a knee fracture but hopes to return in time to help AFL ladder leaders Collingwood in their premiership pursuit.
Blues-Giants in climax to AFL home-and-away season
A blockbuster Essendon-Collingwood clash will open the final round of the AFL season, which ends with a Carlton-GWS battle that could decide top-eight spots.
Ankle injury ends Suns utility Powell’s AFL season
Unlucky utility Wil Powell is set for another stint on the sidelines with a serious ankle injury and will miss the rest of Gold Coast's AFL finals push.
Sharp-shooting Sydney hold off GWS for crucial AFL win
Sydney have kept GWS at bay to seal an 11-point victory and stay in touch with the AFL top eight in an enthralling clash at Giants Stadium.
Cats’ AFL flag defence alive after tight win over Power
Ollie Henry has kicked a career-best four goals to help lift Geelong to a 12-point win over Port Adelaide in an entertaining contest at GMHBA Stadium.
Nick Daicos, Murphy hurt as Magpies stunned by Hawks
Hawthorn have had their best win of the season, while the ladder-leading Magpies have a couple of big injuries and much to ponder after two-straight losses.
Suns fume as Miller suspended for Zorko tackle
Touk Miller will serve a one-game suspension for conduct unbecoming after Brisbane rival Dayne Zorko accused the Gold Coast captain of grabbing his groin.
Hogan, Green boost for GWS as Power recall Jonas
Jesse Hogan and Tom Green are back for GWS, Port Adelaide captain Tom Jonas will return and Richmond have rested Dustin Martin for round 21 of the AFL season.
Tigers to confront Docklands doldrums without Dusty
Richmond star Dustin Martin is a big loss for their Friday night game against the Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium, a barren venue lately for the Tigers.
Power hit with huge AFL fine over concussion error
The AFL has fined Port Adelaide $100,000 over the decision not to put Aliir Aliir through a concussion test after his head clash with teammate Lachie Jones.
Suns hope Flanders recommits after breakout month
Off-contract Gold Coast midfielder Sam Flanders has racked up three consecutive 30-plus disposal games since interim coach Steven King took charge.
Zorko responds after Miller cops ban for QClash tackle
Brisbane veteran Dayne Zorko has thanked the AFL for their cooperation after Touk Miller was stung with a belated one-game ban for a tackle on the Lions star.
Lycett, Dixon, Farrell outs add to Port’s AFL woes
Ruckman Scott Lycett is to undergo knee surgery while Charlie Dixon and Kane Farrell will also miss Port Adelaide's AFL clash with Geelong.
Reinvigorated Clarkson has regained AFL appetite
Alastair Clarkson returns to the hot seat on Sunday when he coaches his 400th AFL game, leading North Melbourne into battle with Melbourne.
Form irrelevant for Kingsley as GWS take on Swans
The Q Clash and Showdown results bear out Adam Kingsley's warning that form means nothing ahead of rivalry matches, as GWS prepare to play Sydney.
Eagles aim to crack the code to end poor away form
West Coast will be out to post their first away win of the AFL season when they take on Essendon at Marvel Stadium.
Bontempelli’s Bulldogs shatter Richmond’s finals dreams
The Western Bulldogs have obliterated Richmond with their best first quarter in 12 years to set-up a thumping 55-point triumph at Marvel Stadium.
AFL to probe crowd incident involving Marlion Pickett
An incident involving Richmond utility Marlion Pickett and a fan at Marvel Stadium will be investigated by the AFL.
Fremantle on alert for Brisbane midfield onslaught
Brisbane will be aiming to bounce back from a shock loss to Gold Coast when they tackle Fremantle in Perth.
Magpies in second straight upset loss as Hawks shine
Hawthorn tagger Finn Maginness has kept Brownlow Medal favourite Nick Daicos to just five disposals as the Hawks stunned Collingwood by 32 points at the MCG.
Adelaide down Gold Coast as Suns’ Powell hurt again
Gold Coast's Wil Powell has suffered another serious leg injury in a 28-point away loss to Adelaide.
Adelaide coach Nicks lauds rookie defenders in AFL win
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks is lauding the performance of his inexperienced defence in a 28-point home win against Gold Coast.
Gold Coast boss flies to Europe to speak to Hardwick
Gold Coast chief executive Mark Evans has flown to Europe to meet with three-time Richmond premiership coach Damien Hardwick.
Lions defender Payne signs for another five years
Brisbane defender Jack Payne has been rewarded for a breakout season, securing a new five-year contract to keep him at the Lions until the end of 2029.
Melbourne’s Oliver out against Roos but return nearing
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says speculation Clayton Oliver will return this weekend is incorrect, but added their midfield supremo might only be a week away.
In-demand Hardwick staying in touch with Tigers
Richmond coach Andrew McQualter says his predecessor Damien Hardwick keeps in touch weekly and has offered great support.
Martin out of Tigers’ high-stakes clash with Bulldogs
Richmond coach Andrew McQualter has left Dustin Martin and Trent Cotchin out of the side to face the injury-hit Western Bulldogs.
Saints hopeful King will return against in-form Blues
St Kilda key forward Max King is on the verge of returning from injury but coach Ross Lyon is unsure whether it will be against in-form Carlton in round 21.
Daicos brothers sign long-term deals with Magpies
Josh and Nick Daicos have signed new AFL deals that will keep the highly rated brothers at Collingwood for six more years.