Swans star Gulden to have surgery on broken ankle
Sydney's Errol Gulden is the latest AFL star to be injured in the pre-season, suffering a broken ankle in a trial match.
Australian rules football
Lions can contend without Daniher: co-skipper Neale
Brisbane Lions co-captain Lachie Neale says the reigning premiers are well placed to cover the loss of retired spearhead Joe Daniher in their AFL title defence.
Longmuir to coach Dockers without AFL contract
Justin Longmuir will remain as Fremantle coach with no end date in sight after striking a new employment agreement with the AFL club.
Kako, Caddy lead young Bombers to AFL win over Cats
Essendon's top draft pick Isaac Kako kicked four goals and the Bombers' pressure was impressive as they beat Geelong by 21 points in their AFL pre-season match.
Cats say Smith will play next week in season opener
Star Geelong recruit Bailey Smith sat out their pre-season loss to Essendon with a knee injury, but he is rated a certain starter next week against Brisbane.
Kako’s pressure a feature as Bombers beat Cats in AFL
New Essendon player Isaac Koko impressed as much with his defensive pressure as he did by kicking four goals in the pre-season win over Geelong.
Mills details Swans’ plan to avoid grand final scars
After a detailed review, Sydney have put last year's grand final disaster behind them in pursuit AFL premiership success this season.
McCartin the man to help Swans move forward: Amartey
Sydney forward Joel Amartey has given updates on Tom McCartin, Callum Mills and Tom Papley ahead of the Swans' clash with the Gold Coast Suns on Friday.
Daicos stars, recruits impress as Pies beat Tigers
Nick Daicos appears set to kick his game up another gear in 2025 after starring in Collingwood's 83-point pre-season win over Richmond.
Magpies back Maynard to be fit for AFL opener
Collingwood vice-captain Brayden Maynard should be fit to face GWS in the AFL opening round but the Magpies appear less confident on Jordan De Goey featuring.
Bont hurt as Bulldogs beat Hawks in AFL pre-season
The early signs are captain Marcus Bontempelli will be ready for round one after he was forced off early in the Western Bulldogs' pre-season win over Hawthorn.
Starcevich concussed as Crows beat Lions in AFL
Brisbane premiership defender Brandon Starcevich will miss their AFL season opener against Geelong next week after he was concussed in their loss to Adelaide.
Lions say ‘no malice’ in Starcevich concussion incident
Brandon Starcevich's concussion will rule him out of AFL's opening round and put the spotlight again on players pushing opponents into marking contests.
Oliver runs hot to give Dees huge boost in AFL hit-out
Melbourne have posted a 46-point win over North Melbourne, with the performance of midfielder Clayton Oliver the big highlight for Demons fans.
Blues’ top pick, Dees’ youngster to miss AFL season
Carlton's No.3 draft pick Jagga Smith has ruptured an anterior cruciate ligament and will be sidelined for the entire AFL season.
Cripps backs injured youngster to respond to ACL blow
Carlton captain Patrick Cripps is confident Jagga Smith can bounce back from his ACL heartbreak, and believes the Blues should have the chance to replace him.
Tigers veteran Prestia sidelined through injury again
Richmond veteran Dion Prestia will miss the early rounds of the AFL season because of an achilles issue, after injuries restricted him to 13 games last year.
AFL captains back more representative football
AFL captains Patrick Dangerfield, Patrick Cripps and Darcy Moore are enthusiastic about the return of State Of Origin-style matches.
Sicily says Hawks must improve on last year’s gains
Hawthorn captain James Sicily says a repeat of what they did last season won't be enough as they try to improve on their barnstorming run back into the finals.
Succession plan takes heat off Hinkley: Rozee
Port Adelaide's decision to announce a succession plan between Ken Hinkley and Josh Carr has taken the heat off the senior coach, says captain Connor Rozee.
Brisbane ace Will Ashcroft faces match review scrutiny
Brisbane's young star Will Ashcroft faces scrutiny after elbowing Gold Coast's Matt Rowell during a three-club match simulation session.
Swans start Dean Cox coaching era with match sim win
Sydney have started their new era under Dean Cox as coach with a 57-point win over Greater Western Sydney in match simulation.
Injured Crow Michalanney to miss rest of AFL pre-season
Adelaide hope defender Max Michalanney will return for round one of the AFL's premiership season after dislocating a thumb in a trial game.
Lyon unconvinced Demons have turned corner in AFL
Former Melbourne captain Garry Lyon is hopeful, rather than confident, his old AFL club has solved its many problems over the last few years.
Dunstall hoping young Hawks will repeat their brand
Hawthorn great Jason Dunstall believes the young Hawks can continue to impress and surprise if they employ their aggressive playing style again this season.
GWS star Green to miss AFL season start with injury
GWS will be without Tom Green for their AFL opening-round clash against Collingwood after the star midfielder strained his calf during a match simulation.
AFL boss flags possible return of state of origin games
State of origin could return to the AFL calendar as soon as next year, with league boss Andrew Dillon keen on more pre-season representative football.
Soligo joins Crows chorus lauding Rachele’s leadership
Adelaide midfielder Jake Soligo has joined coaches and teammates in praising Josh Rachele's response to his controversial axing last season.
Tayla Harris ready to shine after injury, trade drama
Melbourne forward Tayla Harris has moved on from her failed AFLW trade and is firmly focused on returning strong after her shoulder surgery.
Mac explains big Hardwick shift in second Suns season
Mac Andrew has detailed a crucial mindset shift at Gold Coast as the Suns prepare for season two under triple-premiership coach Damien Hardwick.
Adam Selwood remembers ‘built-in best mate’ Troy
Former AFL player Troy Selwood has been remembered fondly by his brothers at a memorial service after he died suddenly last week, aged 40.