Fagan lauds ‘best ever’ campaign as Lions lock in third
Brisbane have overcome more inaccurate Gabba kicking to beat Hawthorn by 10 points in their fight to seal an AFL top-four finish.
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Why Mitchell’s still smiling after Gabba near-miss
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell won't dwell on the missed opportunity in Brisbane as the Hawks instead ponder a potential charge from eighth to win the flag.
In-form Carlton forward in talks over new contract
His AFL career was at a crossroads six weeks ago but Carlton forward Francis Evans' stunning late-season surge could earn him another contract.
Crows-Pies grudge match to open AFL finals series
Adelaide and Collingwood will do battle in a qualifying final, less than three weeks after the furore surrounding Izak Rankine's homophobic slur.
Lions’ finals boost as Fagan backs fearless ‘goldfish’
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan has become enamoured by the way Darcy Wilmot, still just 21, attacks the game.
Dockers gun learns match review fate before finals
Fremantle midfield star Caleb Serong has learned his fate from the match review officer regarding his collision with young Western Bulldog Jordan Croft.
Port Adelaide forward quits as new coach swings axe
Forward Willie Rioli has quit the AFL as Port Adelaide's new coach Josh Carr delisted five players at Alberton.
Magpies make Hill concession, Howe concussion call
Norm Smith Medallist Bobby Hill's chances of returning for Collingwood's AFL finals campaign are fading, but Jeremy Howe is fit to play against Melbourne.
Essendon’s ‘best case’ for keeping free agent ruck
Sam Draper has been presented with a case that Essendon remains his best option, but Bombers coach Brad Scott won't pressure the ruck into making a call.
Hardwick’s approach to ‘two-game season’ to define Suns
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick has provided an injury update and explained how the team will attack their unique final-round AFL double-header.
Not an issue: Dockers give blessing to Jackson’s leave
Ruckman Luke Jackson has rushed to Melbourne for personal reasons but isn't in doubt for Fremantle's clash with the Western Bulldogs.
Essendon coach hits out at academies, father-sons
A combination of father-son picks, northern academies and next-generation academies has created a "distorted" draft, according to Essendon coach Brad Scott.
‘Deeply sorry’: Rankine given ban for homophobic slur
Adelaide officials are nervous for Izak Rankine's mental health after his four-game ban for a homophobic slur, as the AFL defended secrecy around the sanction.
‘Fine for us’: Lions take injury hits in stride
Veteran Lions defender Ryan Lester reckons the premiers relish the adversity that comes with their mounting injury toll as they hunt back-to-back flags.
It stings: the big regret for Port’s departing coach
As he approaches his last game in 13 seasons as Port Adelaide coach, Ken Hinkley says he's staggered he lasted so long.
Power star to miss Hinkley farewell after ban upheld
Port Adelaide star Ollie Wines has failed in his bid to overturn his three-match ban for a high bump that left Carlton's Cooper Lord concussed.
Coach weighs in as AFL grants Crows’ wish over slur ban
A rival coach says Adelaide star Izak Rankine shouldn't be demonised as he awaits a looming ban from the AFL for making a homophobic slur.
Lions forward out with dodgy calf, Berry still a chance
Brisbane forward Eric Hipwood might not play again until the preliminary final, but Jarrod Berry is still a chance to feature against Hawthorn on Sunday.
Saints, Nas aim to ‘shift the dial’ after massive deal
Now Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera has become the AFL''s first $2 million player, he and St Kilda are targeting a finals return.
Star Crow still waiting for homophobic slur ban
Adelaide's Izak Rankine remains uncertain how long he'll be banned by the AFL for using a homophobic slur, with a verdict now expected on Wednesday.
‘Two-game season’: Suns aim to seal first finals spot
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick is upbeat about their two season-defining games in round 24, despite the grief that shrouded their loss to GWS.
No stopping Zorko as Lions ‘legend’ status awaits
Ryan Lester has hailed Dayne Zorko's longevity, versatility, charisma and stubbornness ahead of the Brisbane Lion's 300th AFL game this weekend.
Star Blue returns, GWS without two gun forwards
GWS will have to overcome fellow finals contenders Gold Coast without Jesse Hogan and Jake Stringer, while Collingwood have dropped a pair of veterans.
Eagles bullish AFL’s $2 million man will stay
West Coast are confident they can stave off their Victorian rivals and re-sign Harley Reid, but all signs point towards Oscar Allen leaving the club.
‘He’ll make a great coach’: Dees boss on milestone man
Melbourne's interim coach Troy Chaplin believes defender Steven May, who plays his 250th AFL game this weekend, could be a great coach.
‘Rage’ drives ‘Punky’ as end looms for Hawthorn great
Three-time Hawthorn premiership player Luke Breust will retire at the end of this season, ending a career that featured more than 300 games and 500 goals.
Freo’s comeback kings told: ‘No more mulligans’
Fremantle skipper Alex Pearce bailed his team out of trouble last week against Port, but the Dockers can't afford to give Brisbane a head start on Friday night.
Blues want to keep AFLW opener after impressive win
Carlton celebrated the start of the 10th AFLW season with a 24-point win over Collingwood, and they would love to keep hold of the season opener.
Debutant almost outshines Roberts as Eagles soar to win
West Coast's bid to make the AFLW finals for the first time is off to a flying start after they cruised to a 15-point win over Gold Coast.
Dockers aim to live like Fyfe ahead of moment of truth
Fremantle veteran Nat Fyfe would love nothing more than ending his glittering career with an AFL flag, but he's told his teammates to focus on the job at hand.
Voss behind McGovern, excited for Walsh’s Blues return
Carlton coach Michael Voss wants out-of-favour Mitch McGovern to remain at the club, admitting the veteran is disappointed to be playing VFL.