Fagan claims underdog grand final status for Lions
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan is happy to claim underdog status for their grand final clash with Collingwood at the MCG.
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Fremantle survive Tigers surge, into AFLW top eight
Surviving a Richmond fightback, Fremantle have posted a seven-point win over the Tigers to force their way back into the AFLW top eight.
Magpie Ginnivan comes full circle in premiership tilt
Collingwood livewire Jack Ginnivan will finish off a rollercoaster year in the starting 22 on grand final day, delighting friend and teammate Isaac Quaynor.
Lions’ Dunkley ready for shutdown role in AFL decider
Brisbane midfielder Josh Dunkley shapes as the obvious option to tag Collingwood dynamo Jordan De Goey in the AFL grand final but he's prepared for all comers.
Quaynor revenge on Cameron key to Pies’ AFL flag plans
Collingwood's Isaac Quaynor carries a chip on his shoulder into the AFL grand final after being torched by Brisbane livewire Charlie Cameron this season.
Magpie Frampton delights in grand final elevation
Billy Frampton has played 39 AFL games across nine years at three clubs but is Collingwood's fairytale inclusion for the grand final against Brisbane.
Fagan finds calm amid crisis to reach new Lions heights
Chris Fagan's players have lauded the Brisbane Lions coach's ability to block the outside noise and find a new level of calm to guide them into the AFL final.
Magpies fans swoop as Lions fans roar at AFL parade
Collingwood and Brisbane fans have turned out in force for a chance to see their favourite players paraded through Melbourne ahead of the AFL grand final.
Brisbane’s AFL, NRL sides aim for historic double act
Brisbane Lions veteran Dayne Zorko has seen the popularity of his AFL team surge this season despite the city's NRL team also storming to a grand final.
Matthews plays down MCG factor for AFL grand final
Triple Brisbane premiership coach Leigh Matthews does not believe the Lions' poor recent record at the MCG will be a determining factor in the AFL grand final.
Heat cooked Payne in Brisbane’s final selection call
A burst of hot spring weather influenced Collingwood and the Brisbane Lions in their selections for the AFL grand final at the MCG.
Clarkson joins in Hawks’ 2013 premiership reunion
Four-time Hawthorn premiership player Jordan Lewis has confirmed coach Alastair Clarkson was part of this week's reunion for the team that won the 2013 flag.
‘Fire in our belly’: Suns plot to scorch Crows in AFLW
With three consecutive wins to their name, unfancied Gold Coast are plotting to take out unbeaten Adelaide as they chase a first AFLW finals appearance.
Sunny days forecast to warm up footy finals weekend
Temperatures are expected to remain in the high 20s for the start of the NRL grand final, with warm and sunny conditions also forecast for the AFL decider.
Journey not over: Zorko inspired by former Lions greats
Dayne Zorko has taken inspiration from the Lions' last premiership side 20 years ago as the veteran prepares to play his 250th game in the AFL grand final.
Magpies name Lipinski as sub, no changes for Lions
Collingwood have made Patrick Lipinski their sub for Saturday's AFL grand final and have recalled Jack Ginnivan as Brisbane name an unchanged lineup.
Magpies to name Lipinski as sub for grand final
Collingwood will make Patrick Lipinski their sub for Saturday's AFL grand final against Brisbane as Lions defender Jack Payne looks unlikely for a recall.
Vets Rich, Lester endure pleasure, pain of Lions’ rise
Dayne Zorko will play in the AFL grand final with brother-in-law Ryan Lester but says it "sucks" fellow Brisbane stalwart Daniel Rich won't be on the field too.
Magpies star backs Frampton to have grand final impact
Collingwood star Steele Sidebottom is confident Billy Frampton can play an important role in the AFL grand final after the versatile tall's unlikely call-up.
Matthews praises Fagan, calls Hawthorn claims ‘crap’
Leigh Matthews has called the Hawthorn racism allegations levelled against Brisbane coach Chris Fagan as "crap" as the Lions prepare for the AFL grand final.
Magpies and Lions hunt glory in showpiece grand final
Collingwood and Brisbane have taken different paths, with different methods, to reach Saturday's AFL grand final..
‘Special’ captain Moore set for AFL’s grand stage
First-year Collingwood captain Darcy Moore is entirely his own man and it suits the Magpies just fine as they prepare for the AFL grand final.
Brisbane face AFL grand final call on Payne’s fitness
Brisbane face a call on whether defender Jack Payne is fit to return from an ankle injury for the AFL grand final while Collingwood could make just one change.
Dad to present cup to son if Magpies win grand final
Peter Moore will present the premiership trophy to son Darcy if Collingwood win the grand final, while Leigh Matthews will do the honours for Brisbane.
Frampton will replace McStay for Pies in grand final
Collingwood coach Craig McRae has confirmed Billy Frampton will replace injured forward Dan McStay for the AFL grand final against the Brisbane Lions.
Magpies’ Maynard continuing impressive footy dynasty
Before the first bounce of Saturday's AFL grand final, as he does at the start of every game, Collingwood's Brayden Maynard will remember his grandfathers.
Lion McInerney grounded, grateful on path to AFL final
Brisbane Lions ruckman Oscar McInerney was a keen volunteer at his cricket club and the mature rookie has kept perspective on his way to the AFL grand final.
Giants’ Adam Kingsley named AFL coach of the year
Adam Kingsley has been named the AFL's coach of the year after leading Greater Western Sydney from 16th in 2022 to a preliminary final this season.
Magpies rule midfielder Adams out of AFL grand final
Collingwood midfielder Taylor Adams will not play in the AFL grand final against the Brisbane Lions after failing to overcome a hamstring strain.
Magpie veteran amazed at how Daicos leads by example
Scott Pendlebury insists the leadership qualities of Collingwood superstar Nick Daicos are just as impressive as his football skills.
Lions future an ‘easy’ call for humble Neale
Brownlow Medallist Lachie Neale insists talk of his Fremantle return late in 2021 was only fleeting and that he and his family love Brisbane and "call it home".