Magpies massacre Bombers to seal AFL minor premiership
Collingwood have made a welcome return to form, sealing the minor premiership for the first time in 12 years with a 70-point demolition of Essendon at the MCG.
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Cripps out against GWS, Silvagni a chance for finals
Captain Patrick Cripps will miss Carlton's clash with Greater Western Sydney after picking up an injury in the VFL last week.
Justin Langer’s wisdom bolsters Eagles coach Simpson
West Coast's Adam Simpson remains unsure whether he will be retained next year, despite "invaluable" support from a high-profile board member at the club.
Fagan hopes for Lions veteran Rich finals lode
Daniel Rich will struggle to break into the Brisbane Lions' team for the AFL finals as they look to seal a home qualifying final by beating St Kilda.
Hardwick is the man to turn Gold Coast around: Clarkson
Damien Hardwick is being backed to end Gold Coast's finals drought after being appointed as head coach on a six-year deal.
No ‘kumbaya’ as fumbly Western Bulldogs aim for finals
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has no concerns about the connection with his players, as their finals hopes hinge on a tough trip to Geelong.
Bombers hit for six, Blues load up on star power
Essendon have lost stars Jake Stringer and Peter Wright among six injuries ahead of their clash with minor-premiership chasing Collingwood at the MCG.
Finals-bound Saints keen to take down AFL heavyweights
St Kilda will be aiming to claim a prized top-four scalp when they take on Brisbane at the Gabba on Saturday.
Clarkson slams AFL’s assistance packages to Suns
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson has slammed the idea of a draft lottery with the Kangaroos set to finish on the bottom for a third-straight year.
Demons’ Goodwin admits Grundy experiment hasn’t worked
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin admits recruiting Brodie Grundy to partner with ruck star Max Gawn has not worked as the Demons would have liked.
Goodwin extends with Demons to end of 2026 season
Melbourne premiership coach Simon Goodwin has signed a contract extension to the end of the 2026 season, which will be his 10th year in charge of the Demons.
Tigers’ coaching job not on Steven King’s radar for now
Interim Gold Coast coach Steven King has welcomed the arrival of Damien Hardwick, who has been handed a six-year deal to coach the Suns.
Time running out as Magpies aim to fix leaky defence
Collingwood coach Craig McRae says problems with their system, not personnel, are to blame for the Magpies' defensive woes over the last few weeks.
After one angry minute, Crows move on from ump blunder
Coach Matthew Nicks gave his Adelaide players one minute to release their anger over a goal umpire error that cost the Crows a shot at reaching the AFL finals.
Saints determined to keep building to ‘real season’
St Kilda defender Jack Sinclair says a commitment to play their way over the last couple of weeks has paid big dividends as they prepare for the AFL finals.
Port captain Jonas to quit, unsure of finals swansong
Port Adelaide captain Tom Jonas is quitting at the end of the season and doesn't know if he'll get an AFL finals campaign as a swansong.
AFL star Daicos ‘ahead of schedule’ with knee recovery
Collingwood star Nick Daicos has ditched the crutches and is attempting to return for the Magpies' finals series earlier than expected.
AFLW prize money to match men’s $1.1 million
AFLW players will receive less than the men in prize money despite the league committing to $1.1 million for both competitions due to a split in recipients.
Crows captain appeals for calm among angry fans
Adelaide captain Jordan Dawson says fans shouldn't take their frustration out on the goal umpire whose mistake has effectively ended their finals chances.
Home finals up for grabs in frantic AFL finish
Brisbane will be aiming to beat St Kilda at the Gabba in order to lock up second spot and secure two home finals.
Dockers look to turn Optus Stadium back into a fortress
Fremantle's poor form at home this season has continued after they slumped to a 16-point loss to Port Adelaide.
Giants laud Davis as ex-captain calls time on career
Greater Western Sydney have paid tribute to inaugural co-captain Phil Davis, who has retired after a 192-game playing career with the Giants and Adelaide.
Suns have ’80 per cent’ of flag team: Damien Hardwick
Triple Richmond premiership coach Damien Hardwick is adamant Gold Coast have the tools to win a flag, saying taking over at the Suns is "like Christmas".
Port Adelaide content with Jonas head-knock protocols
Port Adelaide captain Tom Jonas has overcome a nasty head knock to play a role in his team's 16-point win over Fremantle in Perth.
Tanking allegations ‘cut deep’: Eagles coach Simpson
West Coast coach Adam Simpson has used the Eagles' upset of the Western Bulldogs to hit out at critics who claimed the club was tanking for the No.1 draft pick.
‘Nothing off table’ as Demons weigh up Grundy, forwards
Melbourne have secured their finals double chance, holding off an outstanding challenge from Hawthorn to win by 27 points at the MCG.
Beveridge ‘comfortable’ with Bulldogs coaching future
Lowly West Coast have dragged themselves off the bottom of the ladder after stunning the Western Bulldogs by seven points in the upset of the AFL season.
Controversial Crows loss stands as AFL concedes error
Adelaide's chances of playing in the AFL finals remain shot after Gillon McLachlan ruled out overturning their loss to Sydney after an umpiring blunder.
Sydney triumph over fast-finishing Adelaide in AFL
Sydney's hold on a finals spot has strengthened with a one-point away win over Adelaide, who now can't make the AFL playoffs.
St Kilda boost finals hopes, end Cats’ flag defence
St Kilda can taste finals for just the second time in 12 years after ending Geelong's premiership defence with a hard-fought 33-point win at Marvel Stadium.
Magpies forward McCreery banned for dangerous tackle
Collingwood forward Beau McCreery has been offered a one-game suspension for a dangerous tackle on Brisbane Lions defender Darcy Wilmot.