Hawks out-tackle Bulldogs for badly needed win
Hawthorn have broken their three-game winning streak, beating the Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium by 22 points.
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‘He’s our player’: Bulldogs coach speaks on ace forward
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has declared exiled forward Jamarra Ugle-Hagan's training video a "great sign" that he is getting back on track.
Tears flow as Devils boss stays defiant on AFL future
The heat is on Tasmania Premier Jeremy Rockliff, who has threatened the Devils' planned AFL entry in 2028, with the club saying it is now at "serious risk."
Top Hawk grounded, Port forward’s fresh setback
Hawthorn have confirmed rumours about an injury to a club leader while a Port Adelaide forward faces more time on the sidelines after a fresh injury setback.
AFL’s illicit drugs code remains work in progress
The AFL's revised illicit drugs policy will be the responsibility of Laura Kane, whose football operations portfolio has been split in two.
Crows ‘can’t wait’ for Lions litmus test, says Nicks
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says they have spent a lot of time watching how Brisbane play and on Friday night, they will see how well they measure up.
Young gun Bombers goalsneak told to defend first
Highly-rated Essendon small forward Isaac Kako has gone without a goal for three games, but teammate Peter Wright is confident that will soon change.
Lions boss to join ‘mothership’ in AFL shake-up
A renowned administrator of AFL clubs is joining the league's headquarters as part of an executive reshuffle.
High-flying Crows brace for acid test against Brisbane
Adelaide forward Alex Neal-Bullen says the Crows' blockbuster against the Brisbane Lions is an opportunity for them to display a new-found maturity.
AFLW players’ fixture pleas fall on deaf ears
The AFL Players Association has expressed concern over elements of the new AFLW fixture, revealing key requests had been overlooked by league officials.
How young Dockers midfielder is coping with the trolls
Fremantle midfielder Matthew Johnson is only three years into his AFL career but he's already experienced the sad world of online trolling.
Struggling Saints aim to stay the course in AFL storm
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon says Melbourne's recovery from their poor start to the season shows what is possible when a team keeps its focus sharp.
Hawks given ‘reality check’ as coach questions players
Hawthorn will have to "bring their mouthguards" to training after losing the tackle count by 44 in a 51-point smashing to Collingwood.
Bonus points for Cats defender as Eagles hurdle looms
Jack Henry was happy just to make one AFL appearance off the rookie list, but will reach the 150-game milestone in Geelong's clash with West Coast.
Bolton shines brightest as Dockers rain on Suns’ parade
Shai Bolton was the difference for Fremantle as they resisted Gold Coast's late flurry to register a tough 11-point win in enemy territory.
‘Coach Ward’ on crutches fires up GWS for comeback win
Callan Ward suffered a knee injury that could end his career, then helped inspire his GWS teammates for a comeback win over inaccurate Richmond.
Giant upset proves mission impossible, but Yze ‘proud’
Richmond were left ruing a wasteful 10.17 as they lost by three points to GWS, with coach Adem Yze proud of their effort while disappointed with the result.
‘Unacceptable, embarrassing’: Swans go soul searching
Sydney coach Dean Cox has warned his players there will be no hiding after an "embarrassing" 90-point loss to Adelaide.
Hawks slumping, Swans facing rare uncertain times
Hawthorn have lost three matches in a row and have more big challenges to come as their premiership credentials face a stern test.
Cats set to welcome back star veteran for Suns showdown
Geelong veteran Patrick Dangerfield has only missed two games with a hamstring injury, but the Cats are confident he is ready to return.
Rowell cleared but is mature-age Demon in strife again?
Star Gold Coast midfielder Matt Rowell has escaped sanction for his glancing blow on an opponent, but Melbourne's Aidan Johnson faces a nervous wait.
Richmond believe Dustin Martin would be a ‘great coach’
Richmond coach Adem Yze has pitched to retired legend Dustin Martin to return to the Tigers in any off-field role he wants.
Sicily talk ‘storm in tea cup’ says bristling Mitchell
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell has fiercely defended James Sicily amid speculation about the Hawks captain's AFL form and fitness.
Premiers leave out key pair for clash with Essendon
Brisbane Lions ruck Oscar McInerney is dealing with a "few issues" but coach Chris Fagan has stopped short of confirming the specific injury.
What Essendon forward learned from shock axing
An Essendon best-and-fairest winner, Peter Wright was dropped at the end of 2024, but the towering forward has been able to bounce back this year.
Essendon pick talls as injury cover in mid-season draft
Essendon have made two tall selections as injury cover in the mid-season draft while West Coast plucked a 24-year-old halfback with the first selection.
Why Kingsley feels Tigers clash spells danger for GWS
Top-eight side GWS will start as warm favourites against lowly Richmond, but Giants coach Adam Kingsley is taking no comfort from the ladder positions.
Dockers star giving former boss Hardwick headaches
Fremantle gun Shai Bolton presents a tough match-up for any opposition coach - even one who knows him as well as former Richmond boss Damien Hardwick.
Kane’s role split, Hosch going in major AFL changes
After months of growing concerns about how the game is being run, the AFL has split the management of football operations into two roles.
Dockers call on star to face Suns after Pearce blow
Fremantle have turned to a veteran star after losing skipper Alex Pearce, while the Magpies and Tigers also have big guns back at their disposal.
Cats coach: ultra-conservatives should lay off Smith
Coach Chris Scott says the latest Bailey Smith controversy barely caused a ripple at Geelong while calling for "ultra-conservatives" to lay off the recruit.