‘We got exposed’: Magpies lick wounds, wait on Daicos
Craig McRae was critical of what is usually one of his side's great strengths after Collingwood, without Nick Daicos, were outplayed in Brisbane.
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‘Sledgehammer’ keeps Fagan honest after quickfire wins
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan isn't sure if Hugh McCluggage will return from a calf injury that's seen him miss the last three games.
New Lions roar to humble Daicos-less Magpies
Two of the Brisbane Lions' big-name recruits have impressed in a 54-point defeat of Collingwood, who ruled star midfielder Nick Daicos out in the warm-up.
Brownlow winners boost Suns, Power in AFL tests
Gold Coast and Port Adelaide will welcome back their respective Brownlow Medal winners in AFL round four, while Sydney have regained superstar Isaac Heeney.
It’s dangerous: Bulldogs on alert for struggling Dons
The Western Bulldogs are determined not to fall into the complacency trap when they take on wooden-spoon favourites Essendon on Sunday.
King’s confident Demons are learning how to win again
Melbourne lost their self-belief in the final days under Simon Goodwin last season but have rediscovered that confidence with new coach Steven King at the helm.
Magpies ready for fresh showdown with Lions attack
Collingwood are ready for yet another blockbuster showdown with Brisbane after putting last year's preliminary final defeat behind them.
Gabba fortress no more? Lions brace for Magpies entry
The Brisbane Lions' two AFL premierships have ironically coincided with their once-mighty Gabba record deteriorating.
Curnow will prove critics wrong: Papley on Swans star
Critics can continue to write off Charlie Curnow, but fellow Sydney forward Tom Papley insists the new spearhead will live up to the hype.
‘I’m comfortable’: AFL boss on blood-smearing ban
The chief of the AFL says he's comfortable with the Tribunal's decision to ban a North Melbourne player three games for blood-smearing.
‘Good home ground’: McRae relishing Gabba test
Reigning premiers Brisbane at home will be a stern test for Collingwood, whose defence will miss a key player for Thursday night's AFL blockbuster.
North skipper’s message to banned ruck star Xerri
North Melbourne captain Nick Larkey wants teammate Tristan Xerri to learn a lesson out of his AFL suspension and return with his trademark competitive edge.
Cats win will be icing on cake for Mitchell milestone
Hawthorn are yet to show they can consistently beat the best AFL sides and Easter Monday will be another stern test for Sam Mitchell's men
Blues star backs Voss as players’ mentality questioned
Sam Walsh insists Carlton players are taking ownership of their performances as they seek a solution to their damaging second-half fade-outs.
‘Best in five years’: Eagle lands on feet at Lions
Oscar Allen credits some tweaks in the gym to his rejuvenation after years of injury concerns before his move from West Coast to the Brisbane Lions.
Bombers still believers as big Anzac Day clash looms
Jye Caldwell says there's still plenty of positivity around Essendon despite their winless start, and feels they will be up for the annual Anzac Day match.
Ex-AFL player faces jail time after guilty verdict
A former footballer has been taken into custody after a jury convicted him of ripping off families with his pool business, following four trials for the matter.
Differing accounts in case against AFL champions
More alleged suspects have been interviewed as police prosecute two AFL premiership stars over a wild brawl outside a pub.
Blood smear ‘brain fade’ costs Xerri three AFL games
The AFL Tribunal has suspended Kangaroos ruckman Tristan Xerri for three games after he smeared blood on the face of Essendon captain Andrew McGrath.
AFL star sent to tribunal for wiping blood on opponent
North Melbourne's Tristan Xerri could be suspended for multiple AFL matches after he was charged with serious misconduct for wiping blood on an opponent.
Magpies learn extent of skipper Moore’s injury
After Darcy Moore played through a hamstring issue against GWS, Collingwood have learned the extent of their captain's injury.
‘No compelling case’: AFL resists later grand final
The AFL grand final will stay in the traditional 2.30pm timeslot for at least the next two seasons, but the door remains open for a future decider under lights.
Collard facing AFL investigation again for alleged slur
Two years after serving a six-game ban for a homophobic slur, St Kilda player Lance Collard is under investigation again.
Coach wants more to rise high with superstar Saint
St Kilda head into the AFL bye sitting 1-3, and coach Ross Lyon says more players need to lift to reach the level of young star Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera.
Dropping Nasiah tag pays off as Lions overwhelm Saints
Brisbane dropping a tag on Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera proved pivotal as the reigning premiers beat St Kilda by 33 points for their first win of the AFL season.
They kept hitting him: Harley Reid’s maturity praised
Harley Reid's mature response to being physically targeted has earned high praise, and the West Coast star will be aiming for another big effort against Port.
Injury concerns won’t stop Magpies taking risks: coach
Collingwood will likely be without Darcy Moore against Brisbane but coach Craig McRae has backed how they've managed their captain's hamstring problem.
Moore, Pendlebury worries sour Magpies’ win over Giants
Led by Nick Daicos, Collingwood have claimed a 33-point win over undermanned and wasteful GWS, but have injury worries over Darcy Moore and Scott Pendlebury.
Young gun dropped in Demons selection shock
Trent Rivers has been left out of the Melbourne side to face Carlton, while West Coast and Port Adelaide will unveil new recruits in round three.
Fast-starting Dockers set to face cyclone’s wrath
The AFL clash between Fremantle and Richmond will go ahead despite a cyclone hitting Western Australia.
St Kilda on guard for stalking Lions to pounce
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon has dismissed Brisbane's winless start to the AFL season, expecting the defending champions to "throw a bit" at his AFL team.