Hamstrung Roos AFLW skipper Kearney out for six weeks
North Melbourne captain Emma Kearney will miss six weeks with a high-grade hamstring injury in a huge blow to the Kangaroos' AFLW premiership hopes.
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Tiger stars intent on following McQualter to West Coast
Andrew McQualter has been appointed as West Coast's AFL coach with the 38-year-old to take over from Adam Simpson, who departed mid-season.
Flag the end goal as McQualter takes over at Eagles
The Andrew McQualter era has offically begun at West Coast and the rookie coach has his eyes set on leading the team back up the ladder.
Lions, Swans return to Melbourne roots in AFL decider
The Brisbane Lions and Sydney Swans, two clubs with Melbourne links, will face off in the first AFL grand final between two non-Victorian teams since 2006.
Fagan’s unwavering faith in Lions star Rayner pays off
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan's unwavering faith in his players has paid off in Cam Rayner emerging as a genuine matchwinner.
Swans livewire Papley set for Starcevich GF match-up
Known for his celebrations and ability to get under his opposition's skin, Sydney's Tom Papley is set to cause trouble for Brisbane defender Brandon Starcevich.
Swans and Lions trek different paths to AFL summit
Grand finalists Sydney and Brisbane trod different paths to the AFL summit where both clubs want to plant the flag.
Mills will put own heartbreak aside for Swans: Maxfield
Former Sydney captain Stuart Maxfield expects sidelined skipper Callum Mills to put his own heartbreak aside to help the Swans ahead of the AFL grand final.
Leigh Matthews delights in Lions’ long-term turnaround
Leigh Matthews will present the premiership cup to the Brisbane Lions if they win the AFL grand final and is relishing their turnaround this decade.
GWS utility Cumming shuns Port, set to join Crows
Greater Western Sydney's Isaac Cumming has shunned Port Adelaide's offer and is set to link up with the Adelaide Crows.
Katy Perry set to roar, but insists she’s no Lion
American singer Katy Perry will take a neutral stance into the AFL Grand Final when it comes to supporting the Swans or the Lions.
‘Fages needs a friend’: How Boomer gave Lions bounce
Australian basketball great Phil Smyth's low-key role with the Brisbane Lions has developed into one of the most important: keeping coach Chris Fagan sane.
Sydney Swans’ team for the 2024 AFL grand final
A look at the squad the Sydney Swans will take into Saturday's AFL grand final against the Brisbane Lions at the MCG.
Brisbane Lions’ team for the 2024 AFL grand final
A look at the squad the Brisbane Lions will take into Saturday's AFL grand final against the Sydney Swans at the MCG.
Sydney name unchanged line-up, Fort in for McInerney
Sydney captain Callum Mills and midfielder Taylor Adams haven't even made it on to the Swans' emergency list for Saturday's AFL grand final against Brisbane.
Swans do homework on Lion ruckman Fort for grand final
Sydney assistant coach Dean Cox has spent a lot of time this week doing homework on Brisbane ruckman Darcy Fort ahead of the AFL grand final.
Ashcrofts know how hard it is to win an AFL flag
Marcus Ashcroft, a three-time Brisbane premiership player, will be at the MCG with his family to watch eldest son Will play in his first grand final.
Rampe ‘shattered’ for injured Swans captain Mills
Sydney captain Callum Mills shared a cry with great mate Dane Rampe after he was ruled out of playing in the AFL grand final due to injury.
Fagan says Lions, Swans are grand final ‘equal-dogs’
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says his team and Sydney have equal claims on Saturday's AFL grand final after impressive runs to the MCG premiership decider.
Papley, Zorko tipped to produce grand final fireworks
Sydney forward Tom Papley and Brisbane veteran Dayne Zorko shape as the fire-starters for their respective sides in the AFL grand final.
Lions’ X-factor Rayner ready for grand final stage
Brisbane dynamo Cam Rayner has learnt from a poor 2023 grand final and is ready to grasp his second opportunity at the AFL's biggest stage.
Lions, Swans diehards embrace Victorian roots
Brisbane Lions and Sydney Swans fans have made pilgrimages to their clubs' old homes in Fitzroy and South Melbourne throughout AFL grand final week.
Lions fans roar as Swans fly high at grand final parade
Brisbane Lions and Sydney Swans fans have had a pre-game glimpse of their teams as the players paraded through Melbourne's streets ahead of the AFL Grand Final.
Magpies sink Suns for first victory of AFLW season
Collingwood have defeated a gutsy Gold Coast side by three points for their first win of the AFLW season under new coach Sam Wright.
Lions back Darcy to hold the fort in grand final duel
Brisbane's back-up ruckman Darcy Fort will go up against Sydney opponent Brodie Grundy in an intriguing AFL grand final duel.
How Longmire unlocked the key to coaching immortality
John Longmire hasn't changed as a person since his teenage days on the family farm, but his AFL coaching evolution at Sydney has been profound and effective.
Hawthorn defender cops three-game AFLW ban for bump
Hawthorn are set to be without Tamara Smith for three games after the defender was suspended for a bump that concussed Geelong's Kate Surman.
Swans lament second grand final smashing in three years
Sydney coach John Longmire says his team "didn't pass the test" as they suffered their second heavy grand final loss in three seasons.
Lions open time capsule ahead of shot at AFL redemption
Twelve months after losing the AFL grand final in heartbreaking fashion, the Brisbane Lions are drawing inspiration from their loss as they seek redemption.
Zingers galore as pollies attend grand final breakfast
The jovial tone of North Melbourne's annual AFL grand final breakfast was set early as the prime minister walked in to the strains of I Need a Dollar.
Resilient Lions claim AFL flag with huge win over Swans
Will Ashcroft was one of the Brisbane Lions' biggest stars as they capped a stunning season with a dominant 60-point win over Sydney in the AFL grand final.