Cats ready for Franklin, Papley AFL tests
Geelong's defenders are ready to tackle Sydney's star-studded forward line in the AFL grand final, including superstar Lance Franklin and gun small Tom Papley.
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Swans axe McDonald for AFL grand final
Sydney have dumped young forward Logan McDonald for the AFL grand final but named Sam Reid, while Geelong have included Max Holmes in their team.
Indigenous Hawk great Burgoyne in shock
Hawthorn's Indigenous great Shaun Burgoyne says he was unaware of any racism claims during his decorated playing career at the AFL club.
Cats’ Cameron dials back AFL GF build-up
Three years after losing the AFL grand final with GWS, Geelong star Jeremy Cameron has hatched a plan to be at his best for his second crack at a flag.
Collingwood’s McRae named best AFL coach
Collingwood's Craig McRae has been named the AFL's coach of the year, capping off a remarkable debut season in charge of the Magpies.
Clarkson refutes AFL racism claims
Alastair Clarkson says he refutes claims of racism while at Hawthorn as the AFL forms an independent panel to investigate the allegations.
Cat Stanley raring for key Hickey match-up
Geelong ruckman Rhys Stanley is feeling fit, confident and raring to go head-to-head with Sydney ruck and close mate Tom Hickey in the AFL grand final.
AFL pushing Magic Round concept for 2023
The AFL is considering an extra set of matches in 2023, with multiple states vying to host the competition's version of the NRL's Magic Round.
Cats’ Dangerfield eyes elusive AFL flag
Patrick Dangerfield is still chasing a first AFL flag but the 2016 Brownlow medallist is determined not to overthink his second grand final with Geelong.
Essendon captain Dyson Heppell re-signs
Essendon captain Dyson Heppell is staying at Tullamarine, turning down interest from Gold Coast to sign a one-year deal to remain with the Bombers.
Miers thriving in star Cats forward line
Whether he gets the glory or not, Gryan Miers plays his role for Geelong knowing he's not the "only man in the arena" in a star-studded Cats forward line.
Playing, not staying, delayed Buddy’s deal
Lance Franklin says whether he would keep playing, and not staying at Sydney, was what delayed his call on a new one-year AFL deal.
Hickey to target ruck mate in grand final
Tom Hickey and Rhys Stanley are set to clash in the AFL grand final with Sydney's ruckman confident he can get the better of his friend and former teammate.
Swans give thumbs-up after bruising final
Sydney co-captains Dane Rampe and Callum Mills are confident the Swans will be physically right for the grand final after their bruising preliminary final win.
Lions exposed in prelim rout: club great
Brisbane legend Jonathan Brown says his former side needs to address one glaring weakness to be an AFL flag threat.
Franklin commits to Sydney for 2023 season
Champion Sydney forward Lance Franklin will continue his decorated AFL career in 2023 after signing a one-year contract extension with the Swans.
Cats’ Holmes building push for GF berth
Geelong's Max Holmes has hit the track as he attempts to prove his fitness for the AFL grand final, while Sydney also sweat on injured ruck-forward Sam Reid.
Bulldog Dunkley keen to become an AFL Lion
The Brisbane Lions have won the race for the heart of Western Bulldogs midfielder Josh Dunkley, but face a challenge to complete the deal.
Scott backing key to Rohan finals rebound
Chris Scott's backing of Gary Rohan before the AFL finals has bolstered the Geelong forward's confidence for the grand final against his former club Sydney.
Cripps says sleep can wait after medal win
Bleary-eyed Brownlow Medallist Patrick Cripps was in danger of missing the count, only arriving home from the Greek Islands on Saturday night.
Bombers embarrassed in Power AFL rout
Port Adelaide have turned on the jets after quarter-time to hand Essendon an 84-point thrashing in both sides' penultimate game of the AFL season.
Swans beat Magpies, surge into AFL top-two
Sydney climbed into the AFL top-two with a 27-point triumph that leaves Collingwood needing a final-round victory to be sure of a double chance in the finals.
Richmond to enter AFL finals with belief
Richmond have secured their spot in the AFL finals, with rivals inside the top-eight wary of the team that has won three of the past five premierships.
Pickett targeted, Demons call out racism
Melbourne are working with the AFL integrity unit to find a social media user who racially abused Indigenous goal-kicker Kysaiah Pickett online.
Run home for 2022 AFL finals contenders
How the run home will unfold for the contenders heading towards the AFL finals series.
Dogs’ Cordy to face AFL tribunal
Western Bulldogs defender Zaine Cordy has been referred directly to the AFL tribunal over his bump on GWS player Tanner Bruhn.
Snapshot for round 22 of the AFL season
Richmond locked in an AFL finals berth and Carlton blew a huge chance to do the same, while the Western Bulldogs kept their hopes alive.
Carlton captain Cripps overturns AFL ban
Carlton skipper Patrick Cripps is free to play against Melbourne and Collingwood after having his two-match suspension overturned.
AFL icon Betts opens up on infamous arrest
Indigenous icon Eddie Betts has opened up on two run-ins with police early in his legendary AFL career.
No.1 pick Kangaroo cops selection axe
North Melbourne youngster Jason Horne-Francis has been dropped, amid speculation his AFL future will lie outside the Kangaroos.
Carlton will appeal Cripps’ suspension
Carlton have confirmed they will seek to free Patrick Cripps for their last two regular season games by appealing his suspension at the AFL Appeals Board.