Star Petracca walks off frustrated as Demons go 0-4
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has backed Christian Petracca as a "winner" after the star cut a shattered figure as the Demons slumped to 0-4.
Australian rules football
Stadium security rethink as guns allegedly smuggled in
A review is under way at a major Australian stadium where security is being beefed up after two men allegedly smuggled firearms into a football match.
Giants wary as ‘energised’ Eagles hunt first win
GWS will boast a stacked attack against an undermanned West Coast defence, but Giants star Tom Green says his side isn't foolish enough to expect a "pushover".
Tense loss: Crows frustrated by pivotal umpire’s call
Matthew Nicks admits he shares fans' frustration after former Suns star Izak Rankine was denied a potential match-winning shot in Adelaide's loss to Gold Coast.
Fans wait, Ashcroft shines as Lions end Richmond hoodoo
Fans faced heightened security measures and Will Ashcroft produced another goal-of-the-year contender as Brisbane put Richmond to the sword at the MCG.
Improving Suns on cusp of ‘something pretty cool’
Gold Coast can hit new heights with a Gather Round win, says Damien Hardwick who has flagged areas of improvement after their one-point win over Adelaide.
Clarkson adamant North improving, despite big AFL loss
North Melbourne captain Jy Simpkin says their 65-point AFL thrashing from Sydney on Saturday night was "the old us".
Bice continues Swans’ rich mature-age recruit tradition
Mature-age recruit Riley Bice shone for Sydney in their 65-point win over North Melbourne with a polished game across half-back.
Crows say AFL confirming umpire mistake is of no use
Adelaide star Izak Rankine was denied a mark or free kick late in the Crows' loss to Gold Coast, and the AFL has conceded the umpires made a mistake.
Lyon’s Saints prevail over ‘poor’ Port Adelaide
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon is proud of his side's spirit in a 17-point away victory against a fast-finishing Port Adelaide.
Kingsley wants more from GWS despite thrashing Eagles
Giants coach Adam Kingsley says his side are far from being a "legitimate finals contender" despite demolishing West Coast by 81 points at home.
Freo trio injured, but brave Dockers hold off Bulldogs
Fremantle have overcome the loss of three players to injury and a five-goal masterclass from Sam Darcy to post a 16-point win over the Western Bulldogs.
Bulldogs coach Beveridge embracing ‘Lobster’ creativity
Rory Lobb's crazy hair styles are not the only thing bringing him attention, with coach Luke Beveridge full of praise for the defender's eye-catching form.
Blues star backs Voss, adamant team is fit enough
Carlton coach Michael Voss is under the pump amid a 0-4 start to the AFL season but vice-captain Sam Walsh says the Blues are all behind him.
Cats’ De Koning moves on from ‘hardest’ time of career
Geelong tall Sam De Koning is priding himself on his versatility after enduring the hardest period of his AFL career late last season.
Crows shrug off ump error and blame themselves for loss
Adelaide forward Alex Neal-Bullen says Crows players are blaming themselves, not the umpire, for their controversial one-point loss to Gold Coast.
Lions eye historic AFL start as flag platform builds
The Brisbane Lions can extend their winning start to an AFL season to five matches for the first time when they take on the Western Bulldogs in Gather Round.
Port’s Byrne-Jones, Dogs’ Baker banned for Gather Round
Port Adelaide's Darcy Byrne-Jones and the Western Bulldogs' Oskar Baker have been handed one-match AFL bans for rough conduct and will sit out Gather Round.
Suns back Andrew’s bad-boy attitude after Crows stoush
Mac Andrew was a key figure in the controversial Suns-Crows finish as he repeatedly taunted Riley Thilthorpe, and teammates have backed his aggressive approach.
Pies pair out injured, Dees star Lever set for surgery
Jordan De Goey and Lachie Schultz will miss Collingwood's clash with Sydney in Gather Round, while Melbourne's Jake Lever will undergo ankle surgery.
Blues coach Voss coy on McKay as star set to miss again
Carlton coach Michael Voss has declined to elaborate on Harry McKay's availability as the star forward deals with personal issues.
Goodwin demands Demons response after ‘strong’ review
Melbourne head to Geelong on Friday night with a worrying 0-3 start to the AFL season and several players down on form.
Tigers’ Balta set to return before assault sentencing
Richmond defender Noah Balta is set to make his AFL return against Fremantle in round five, just days before he is sentenced for assaulting a man.
Revamped Crows midfield faces toughest AFL test: Nicks
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks has heaped immense praise on Gold Coast, saying his revamped midfield will face the AFL's best on-ball brigade this weekend.
McRae reaches out to Voss ahead of Pies-Blues clash
Collingwood coach Craig McRae has not forgotten about his friendship with Michael Voss, reaching out to the under-pressure Carlton mentor.
Giants’ Hogan feels for Reid ahead of Eagles clash
Knowing himself how harsh being under the spotlight can be, GWS star Jesse Hogan says he feels for heavily criticised West Coast star Harley Reid.
Richmond’s Balta free to play before assault sentencing
The AFL is comfortable in allowing Richmond's Noah Balta to return to play just days before being sentenced for assault, chief executive Andrew Dillon says.
Papley sidelined, key Swans slow to overcome injuries
Tom Papley has joined Sydney's lengthy injury list, while Tom Doedee could make his long-awaited Brisbane debut via the VFL after back-to-back knee injuries.
Richmond forward Mansell found guilty of rough conduct
Richmond's Rhyan Mansell will serve a three-game AFL ban after being found guilty of rough conduct for an incident that concussed St Kilda's Liam O'Connell.
Eagles unfazed by co-captain’s meeting with Hawks coach
West Coast chief executive Don Pyke insists there's nothing unusual about Eagles co-captain Oscar Allen meeting with Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell.
Stadium still the goal as report sinks boot into plan
Proponents of a waterfront stadium to host a new AFL team say they are committed to the project despite a report estimating it will cost much more to build.