Firing Sun King dismisses AFL trade rumours
Gold Coast's Ben King has little interest in the chatter around his AFL future, adamant he is content hunting a finals berth with the Suns.
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Canberra gives Giants-Bulldogs rivalry extra spice
GWS will take a four-game losing streak against the Western Bulldogs and an eight-game drought at Manuka Oval into Saturday night's big clash.
In-form Lions only scratching the surface: Dunkley
Brisbane will be aiming to make it five wins on the trot when they take on Carlton at Marvel Stadium on Friday night.
Essendon’s Durham accepts dangerous tackle ban
Three players will miss round eight for dangerous tackle offences after Essendon's Sam Durham joined Matthew Johnson and Sam Petrevski-Seton in accepting a ban.
New AFL boss won’t interfere with racism investigation
Andrew Dillon intends to let the independent investigation into allegations of historic racism at Hawthorn play out without interference from the league.
Lions in double injury blow, Power’s Duursma sidelined
Port Adelaide midfielder Xavier Duursma has a knee injury and could miss 10 weeks while Brisbane duo Dayne Zorko and Daniel Rich won't play against Carlton.
AFL confirms Wednesday Tasmanian licence announcement
The AFL's 19th licence is confirmed with outgoing chief executive Gillon McLachlan announcing he will be in Tasmania on Wednesday.
Essendon’s Durham banned for dangerous tackle
Essendon's Sam Durham is the latest player cited under the AFL's crackdown on dangerous tackles, receiving a one-match ban for rough conduct on Mark Blicavs.
Carlton coach Voss hits out a ‘crazy’ AFL rule
Carlton coach Michael Voss believes the need to omit a player for them to be the AFL sub is the "craziest rule he's ever seen".
Adelaide, Collingwood sweating on pivotal pair
Adelaide's Rory Laird and Collingwood's Steele Sidebottom have been named for Sunday's AFL clash despite lingering fitness worries over the star pair.
Juric hopes Cortnee Vine has more time to shine in ALW
Sydney FC winger Cortnee Vine will play a big role in the A-League Women grand final but there is uncertainty over whether she sticks around next season.
Lion Neale expects hot Dockers in Gabba test
Fremantle arrive in Brisbane in a precarious position after a 2-4 season start but Lions co-captain Lachie Neale says the Dockers midfield still poses a threat.
Bulldogs out to celebrate Bontempelli’s AFL milestone
Hunting their fourth win from five games, the Western Bulldogs want two reasons to celebrate as skipper Marcus Bontempelli brings up his 200th AFL appearance.
Martin, Tigers not far off best says coach Hardwick
Dustin Martin is a "spirit level" at Richmond, Damien Hardwick says, with the AFL coach confident a big game is looming for his star man and the Tigers.
Kangaroos lose star midfielder for Demons clash
North Melbourne have lost star midfielder Luke Davies-Uniacke to injury for their clash against premiership fancies Melbourne at the MCG.
Tasmania’s lengthy battle for AFL inclusion
Tasmania is on the cusp of having its own team in the AFL after a fight spanning decades.
Hawks swing axe with Lewis, debutants to face Bulldogs
Hawthorn spearhead Mitch Lewis will play his first game of the AFL season against a Western Bulldogs side that welcomes back gun midfielder Bailey Smith.
Cats coach Scott ponders Cameron 100-goal puzzle
Jeremy Cameron's on track to be the first AFL player to kick 100 goals in a season since 2008, but Chris Scott doesn't think it would benefit Geelong as a team.
Fagan wary of Dockers kick-starting season at Gabba
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan knows Fremantle will see their trip to the Gabba as an opportunity to snap out of an early-season funk.
Fremantle’s milestone-man Jaeger O’Meara not happy
Jaeger O'Meara will notch his 150-game milestone in Saturday's clash with Brisbane, but the Fremantle midfielder isn't happy with his own form.
Port aim to crack Saints’ defensive rock with patience
Port Adelaide will need to pick their moments and be ready for a tough contest when they take on St Kilda, easily the best defensive team so far this season.
Youth tipping point could come for North: Clarkson
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson says there could be a tipping point where he needs to throw young players in the deep end, depending on results.
Lever tips Demons to reap rewards from new injury plan
Melbourne star Jake Lever was rested in round five as part of the AFL club's fresh approach to injury management and felt immediate benefits from his week off.
Fagan, Clarkson bullish on Tasmanian AFL team
A Tasmanian AFL team would have no problem attracting players, Kangaroos coach Alastair Clarkson says, while Brisbane's Chris Fagan would love to be involved.
Parish likes Bombers’ direction as he weighs up future
Essendon midfielder Darcy Parish has a huge decision to make on his AFL future as rival clubs line up offers for the prolific ball-winner.
Shuey out for four weeks with ankle and hammy injuries
West Coast have received mixed news on the injury front with skipper Luke Shuey out for at least four weeks and Shannon Hurn on track for a return.
Inside focus key to Bontempelli’s hot form
Western Bulldogs captain Marcus Bontempelli is in red-hot form as he prepares to play his 200th AFL game, against Hawthorn in round seven.
Nat Fyfe looms as answer to Dockers’ midfield woes
Fremantle's Nat Fyfe is on track to return to playing duties next week, with the 31-year-old potentially making a surprise appearance in the midfield.
Ladder leaders St Kilda inching forward: coach Lyon
Ahead of their first Friday night match of 2023, against Port Adelaide, St Kilda coach Ross Lyon says their goals haven't changed despite leading the ladder.
Stadium cash tipped to pave way for Tasmanian AFL team
The federal government is expected to announce funding for a new stadium in Hobart, paving the way for the AFL to grant Tasmania entry into the competition.
Widow of AFL great calls for better concussion support
Action is needed to stop athletes taking the field when concussed, the widow of former footballer Danny Frawley has told a Senate inquiry.