Demons attempt to put Oliver rumours to bed
Melbourne insist Clayton Oliver's ongoing AFL absence is due only to injury, saying the star midfielder's hamstring is taking longer than expected to heal.
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Geelong overcome Cameron injury to revive AFL season
Geelong superstar Jeremy Cameron has been knocked out under friendly fire from Gary Rohan but the Cats prevailed in a tough 15-point AFL win over Melbourne.
Lions don’t need rev-up for high-stakes Saints clash
There is plenty at stake when fourth-placed Brisbane play fifth-placed St Kilda with Lions coach Chris Fagan saying his charges are prepared for the occasion.
Chris Scott confident Geelong can revive flag defence
Ahead of his 300th game as Geelong coach, Chris Scott remains confident the Cats can turn around their faltering premiership defence.
Zorko out as Lions’ McCluggage returns to face Saints
Dayne Zorko will miss another week with a calf injury but star midfielder Hugh McCluggage returns as the Brisbane Lions face top-four hopefuls St Kilda.
Suspended Hawk Sicily set for stint in coaches’ box
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell plans to bring captain James Sicily into the coaches' box for his three games under suspension.
Jed Anderson takes personal leave from Gold Coast
Suns midfielder Jed Anderson is yet to notch an AFL game in 2023, and the ex-Kangaroo's hopes of playing this season appear slim after taking personal leave.
No mental demons at St Kilda from 2022 fadeout: Crouch
St Kilda midfielder Brad Crouch is optimistic the Saints can start stringing together more consistent football following an inconsistent 10-week stretch.
Star Walsh back to best as Carlton ‘unleash shackles’
Carlton star Sam Walsh has regained confidence in his contested work after serious back surgery meant the hard-running midfielder failed to do a pre-season.
Western Bulldogs defender Liam Jones out for months
The Western Bulldogs' finals ambitions have taken a blow with defender Liam Jones to miss eight to 10 weeks after surgery for a broken arm.
Bombers’ Draper could miss Freo clash, Parish to return
Gun Essendon midfielder Darcy Parish will return from a calf injury against Fremantle but dynamic ruckman Sam Draper is in doubt ahead of the trip west.
Crows lock in rising star Josh Rachele until 2029
Adelaide's Josh Rachele has signed a contract extension to remain with the Crows until the end of the 2029 AFL season.
Injured Saints forward Membrey to miss eight weeks
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon says Tim Membrey will undergo a training block to build up his strength and confidence after a knee issue that has hampered his season.
Dangerfield denied after declaring fit to face Demons
Medics have ruled out Patrick Dangerfield's bid to play against Melbourne, days after the Geelong star cracked a rib and suffered a partially collapsed lung.
AFL players flopping amid tackle crackdown: Dew
AFL players are trying to win free kicks for dangerous tackles by flopping to the ground in the grasp of their opponents, Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew says.
Hawks skipper Sicily fails in AFL suspension appeal
Hawthorn will be without captain James Sicily for their next three AFL matches after his appeal against a suspension for rough conduct was rejected.
Collingwood bad boy De Goey craves AFL flags, respect
Collingwood star Jordan De Goey has opened up on his pursuit of personal growth and AFL premierships while serving a three-match suspension for rough conduct.
Magpies forward McStay out with infected finger
A finger infection will keep Collingwood recruit Daniel McStay out of action for the "short term" as the Magpies seek to regain top spot on the AFL ladder.
Dangerous tackle sanctions in ‘right spot’: AFL chief
The AFL's CEO elect Andrew Dillon says penalties for dangerous tackles are in the "right spot" amid a crackdown which has led to a spate of suspensions.
Under-fire Blues swing axe for Gold Coast clash
David Cuningham makes a long-awaited return for Carlton but Jack Silvagni has been dropped again as the desperate Blues seek a much-needed win over Gold Coast.
Brisbane Lions shrug off gallant Swans at Gabba
The Brisbane Lions have kept their unbeaten home record intact this AFL season by downing Sydney by 16 points at the Gabba.
Fagan says poor goalkicking is no issue for the Lions
The Brisbane Lions kicked only 6-14 in the second half in their tense win over Sydney, but their coach Chris Fagan remains unfazed.
Carlton coach wants more support for captain Cripps
Carlton coach Michael Voss says Brownlow medallist Patrick Cripps has had a rough month but can't be expected to revive the struggling Blues by himself.
Swans’ Wicks banned, Jarrod Berry report thrown out
Brisbane's Jarrod Berry is free to face St Kilda after his match day rough conduct report was thrown out but Sydney's Sam Wicks copped a two-match striking ban.
Greene stars, Giants stun Dockers in AFL thumping
Captain Toby Greene and key forward Jake Riccardi have fired GWS to a commanding 70-point victory over Fremantle to give their finals hopes a huge boost.
Inspired Tigers beat Saints in Cotchin’s 300th game
Richmond have fought past St Kilda by 20 points to salute former skipper Trent Cotchin in his 300th game and remain in touch with the AFL top eight.
Knee injury not behind Saint Steele’s struggles: Lyon
St Kilda captain Jack Steele struggled against Richmond but coach Ross Lyon is adamant he's not carrying a knee injury.
‘Storm’ passes for Carlton after smashing Gold Coast
Carlton have ended a six-game AFL losing streak and eased pressure on coach Michael Voss by smashing Gold Coast at the MCG by 59 points
Suns coach Dew laments missed opportunity at MCG
Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew has backed his Suns to respond from an MCG horror show as they continue their push for a maiden finals appearance.
Bulldogs backs down injured in win over Kangaroos
Liam Jones and Tim O'Brien were injured before halftime as Cody Weightman kicked six goals in the Western Bulldogs' 21-point win over North Melbourne.
Dogs’ star Naughton to stay forward despite injuries
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge will look to his reserves to fill holes in defence after losing key backs Liam Jones and Tim O'Brien to injuries.