More pain for premiership star as Hawks relish big test
While Hawthorn are set to welcome back a defender from injury this Friday night, they will be without an All-Australian again at the other end of the ground.
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Tension is normal: Suns coach addresses rumours
Tension is building within the Gold Coast player group, but coach Damien Hardwick says the naysayers are simply making mountains out of molehills.
‘Laughable’: Roos star slams AFL after teammate banned
North Melbourne's Jy Simpkin vented his frustration on social media after teammate Paul Curtis had a three-match ban upheld by the AFL tribunal.
‘Optimistic’ Magpies star buoyed by near misses
Collingwood have a poor record in close games this season but Josh Daicos believes those results are cause for optimism in the second half of their campaign.
Cats provide star duo updates ahead of Dockers clash
Geelong superstar Jeremy Cameron's hip and arm issues won't stop him from playing in a blockbuster clash with league leaders Fremantle.
Suns battle fine, Kangaroos fight ban at tribunal
North Melbourne will argue against Paul Curtis's three-match ban at the tribunal as Gold Coast also try to overturn a fine that could trigger a larger penalty.
North to take Curtis three-match ban to AFL tribunal
North Melbourne forward Paul Curtis will front the AFL tribunal after his tackle on West Coast's Hamish Davis cost him a three-game ban.
‘Horrible loser’: contrite Hardwick put on AFL notice
The AFL has made a pointed phone call to Gold Coast, who also are going to the tribunal to contest a charge that could land them in extra financial trouble.
Slumping Suns lean on memory bank as new pressure hits
A date with Hawthorn shapes as a crucial moment for the slumping Suns to revive their spluttering season after three consecutive AFL losses.
Ex-AFL star exploited trust of families with pool fraud
A former AFL player, who ripped off families with shoddy pool installation works, has been jailed for exploiting the trust and goodwill of his customers.
Rested Dockers in right headspace for Cats blockbuster
Caleb Serong is set to bolster Fremantle's on-ball brigade as the AFL ladder leaders return from their mid-season bye in a huge clash with Geelong in Perth.
Six-shooter Ryan shines again as Saints claim vital win
Liam Ryan kicked a career-best six goals and Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera also starred as St Kilda beat GWS by eight points on Sunday at Marvel Stadium.
Defending AFL premiers Brisbane get back-to-back wins
The Lions have overcome some first half wobbles to beat Richmond by 35 points as they gear up for big games against two heavyweights in the next few weeks.
We’re alive: Kangaroos eyeing off Wildcard Round
North Melbourne have put their disastrous 124-point loss to Fremantle behind them with a thrilling win over West Coast keeping their post-season hopes alive.
Sydney ace set to return after bye for AFL pacesetters
Sydney coach Dean Cox says a star midfielder is poised for a long-awaited return from injury after the second-placed Swans enjoy a bye next weekend.
Sydney escape to claim thrilling comeback win over Port
Sydney have produced another fast finish to pip Port Adelaide by three points in an AFL thriller.
Waterman post heartbreak as Kangaroos pip Eagles
Jack Darling has wound back the clock with four first-half goals as North Melbourne held on for a thrilling one-point victory over West Coast in Perth.
Bombers coach saga: Solomon responds to latest twist
Interim Essendon coach Dean Solomon has addressed reports he is Bombers president Andrew Welsh's preferred long-term candidate for the club's senior role.
Injury-plagued Swans veteran breaks down again
Sydney veteran Taylor Adams' AFL career hangs in the balance after he suffered another injury setback in his first game back in the VFL.
Hipwood back as Lions brace for rebuilding Tigers
Brisbane premiership forward Eric Hipwood will reach his 200-game milestone when he makes his return in Sunday's clash with Richmond in Hobart.
Hardwick claims umpires influenced by Geelong crowd
After a mauling by Geelong, Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick says the umpires paid crucial free kicks because they were influenced by the Cats' home crowd.
Suns’ slide continues, Geelong get back on track
AFL premiership contenders Geelong have snapped a two-game losing run, getting revenge on Gold Coast after being mauled by the Suns back in March.
Flag dreams? Dockers trying to keep things grounded
Fremantle are outright AFL flag favourites thanks to their 12-match winning run, but the club's "1-0" mantra is keeping the players grounded.
Down in the dumps: How Kangaroos plan to make amends
Pressure is building on Alastair Clarkson in the wake of last week's 124-point loss to Fremantle, with North Melbourne aiming to make amends against West Coast.
Not a fool’s paradise, but Surfers Paradise for King
As one of St Kilda's most important players continues his injury rehabilitation, he has been sent away from the Melbourne football "circus" to freshen up.
Big Cats’ versatility means Geelong keep options open
A strong game last week from one of their taller players has Geelong considering tactical options ahead of Friday's important home match against Gold Coast.
Dawson inspires fast-starting Crows to Dogs demolition
Adelaide captain Jordan Dawson has put in a quarter for the ages to set the tone for the Crows' stunning 57-point demolition of the Western Bulldogs.
Another AFL-listed player banned for homophobic slur
An AFL-listed player who admitted using a homophobic slur in a VFL match has been banned for four games, with the league saying more work needs to be done.
Lions premiership forward to make long-awaited return
Brisbane forward Eric Hipwood will play his first game in almost a year when the Lions face Richmond in Hobart.
‘Can’t be worried’: Kelly remains keen for senior role
Missing out on an AFL senior coaching role has given a Geelong assistant plenty of perspective, with Carlton and Essendon in the market this time around.
Cop that: Lemon-thrower handed lengthy AFL ban
A football fan has been suspended for five years from all AFL and AFLW games after throwing a lemon at star West Coast defender Reuben Ginbey.