Fremantle to launch AFL premiership bid on a Thursday
The AFL has released the finals fixture, confirming Fremantle's hotly-anticipated qualifying final against Hawthorn will be on a Thursday night.
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Star Bulldog has no qualms about MCG wildcard clash
The Western Bulldogs must play their wildcard game against lower-ranked Collingwood at the MCG and off a shorter break, but Ed Richards won't complain.
Swans crisis: AFL boss denies league has culture issue
AFL boss Andrew Dillon has launched the finals with a strongly-worded statement, also noting five Sydney players won't be invited to Brownlow medal night.
Wharfie time? We’ll be ready, say Hawks
Fremantle are a perfect 12-0 at Optus Stadium this year and boast 'Wharfie Time' if the game gets close, but Hawthorn aren't running scared.
Watson takes jaw-dropping mark as Hawks crush Eagles
Nick Watson took a mark-of-the-year contender before injuring his hand in Hawthorn's dominant victory over West Coast at a wet Optus Stadium.
Swans win first AFL game since hotel scandal
An undermanned Sydney have beaten North Melbourne by 53 points in the Swans' first AFL game since the embattled club was rocked by sexual assault allegations.
Lions give Kangaroos a fright in tight AFLW GF re-match
Brisbane coach Craig Starcevich feels his team are closing the gap on North Melbourne after giving the defending premiers an almighty fright.
Teenager kicks five as Suns stun Eagles in AFLW upset
Gold Coast have snared their first win of the season thanks largely to a second-game teenager, while the Bulldogs beat Richmond by 11 points.
Young Lions defender learns fate for tackle on Magpie
Brisbane Lions defender Ty Gallop has avoided suspension after being charged by the match review officer for a big tackle on Collingwood forward Charlie West.
Top four on the line for Hawks, Eagles fight for pride
Hawthorn will be aiming to lock in a top-four berth and celebrate a trio of milestones when they take on struggling West Coast in Perth.
AFL games record-holder may have played his final match
Collingwood champion Scott Pendlebury's legendary career at the club could be over after he suffered a hamstring strain against the Brisbane Lions.
Swans release fresh statement on hotel scandal
Sydney will attempt to complete preparations for its AFL dead rubber against North Melbourne while bracing for further fallout from sexual assault allegations.
Lions seal top-four spot as star Pie Pendlebury injured
Logan Morris kicked eight goals as Brisbane sealed a top-four AFL berth with a 63-point win over Collingwood, who lost Scott Pendlebury to injury.
Butler cops ban, two Saints players fined for staging
St Kilda veteran Dan Butler has copped a one-match suspension for rough conduct on the Suns' Mac Andrew, and it may end up being his final game for the Saints.
Eagles open to mature talent but tight lipped on Warner
Chad Warner has been on West Coast's radar for years, but the star Swans midfielder now faces an uncertain future after being caught up in the hotel scandal.
‘Culture’s not fixed’: AFL coaches address Swans crisis
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon and Western Bulldogs mentor Luke Beveridge are among the AFL leaders to weigh in on crisis at the Sydney Swans.
Welcome aboard: Freo rest three as Fraser’s Blues await
Fremantle have rested three players against Carlton, but the minor premiers aren't letting their minds wander towards premiership success just yet.
‘Fear for their lives’: women in Swans probe in hiding
A lawyer for two women at the centre of assault allegations involving Sydney Swans players, are fearful for their lives, he says, with a 'reasonable basis'.
Lions ready for latest high-stakes Magpies showdown
Brisbane's latest clash with Collingwood is another high-stakes one with the Lions determined to win and seal an AFL top-four berth.
‘Let us down’: Swans coach, captain blame five players
Sydney coach Dean Cox isn't taking any blame for the Swans scandal that has left the AFL club reeling and players potentially facing legal action.
‘It’s been special’: Suns star King makes big admission
Gold Coast spearhead Ben King has become emotional in the rooms after kicking three goals in what was almost certainly his last game for the Suns.
Suns send-off club stalwart with win over Saints
Gold Coast have ended a hugely disappointing season by taking care of St Kilda by 23 points at Marvel Stadium.
Swans name eight replacements for banned five
Sydney have decided who they will bring into their squad to replace Isaac Heeney, Chad Warner, Nick Blakey, James Jordon and Riley Bice.
No Stringing along: Giants star confirms exit
GWS forward Jake Stringer hopes to continue his AFL career in his home state next year as the Giants face the possibility of losing a trio of key players.
Lions not thinking beyond chance to seal top-four berth
Brisbane can seal a top-four berth with a win over Collingwood and say they aren't thinking about whether they would play Fremantle or Sydney in the AFL finals.
Sponsors drop off Swans star as investigation continues
Isaac Heeney has had multiple sponsorships suspended as a police investigation continues into the Swans superstar and four teammates.
Out-of-contract Butler keen to end tough season well
While the two clubs will end their seasons this Thursday night, one St Kilda player has plenty to play for against Gold Coast after a tough run with injuries.
‘Sleepless nights’ for McRae about resting Magpies
Collingwood coach Craig McRae has confirmed the availability of several Magpies stars for their clash with the Brisbane Lions.
‘We’re deeply sorry’: banned Sydney Swans players
Five banned Sydney Swans players say they're "deeply sorry" for their behaviour as a police investigation continues into sexual assault allegations.
Three-game AFL striking ban upheld for van Rooyen
Melbourne must win two finals for Jacob van Rooyen to play again this season, after his three-game striking suspension was upheld at the AFL tribunal.
‘Serious breach’: Swans confirm player punishments
Sydney have confirmed they will punish players for seriously breaching club standards, as Victoria Police separately investigate sexual assault allegations.