Reid cops plenty of boos in Freo’s spiteful derby win
Harley Reid has starred for West Coast and ruffled plenty of feathers, but Fremantle were still able to come up trumps in a spiteful western derby.
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Bulldogs stun Swans to clinch AFL top eight spot
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Eagles praise Harley Reid for physical derby display
Harley Reid was enemy No.1 among Fremantle fans during Saturday night's western derby, and West Coast interim coach Jarrad Schofield loved every second of it.
Mature Dockers problem solve their way through derby
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Daicos dazzles as Pies keep AFL finals hopes alive
Nick Daicos has dominated early to lay the groundwork for an important Collingwood win over Richmond which kept the reigning premiers' finals hopes alive.
Essendon review ‘gutting’ loss in ‘gory’ detail
Essendon coach Brad Scott insists he will make the most of an unsought opportunity as the Bombers seek to bounce back from their loss against Adelaide.
Swans embracing injury challenge ahead of AFL finals
Sydney coach John Longmire believes injured star Tom Papley is close to irreplaceable but insists the Swans can fight through a mounting wounded list.
Lions lose another key defender ahead of QClash
Already without co-captain Harris Andrews, the Brisbane Lions will be without fellow key defender Darragh Joyce for their QClash against Gold Coast.
Magpies determined to fight to save premiership defence
Collingwood defender John Noble insists the Magpies can still make finals and will fight to save their AFL premiership defence.
Freo skipper suffers arm fracture, Papley out for Swans
Fremantle have been dealt a huge blow with captain Alex Pearce fracturing his left arm again, while Sydney's Tom Papley will be sidelined with an ankle injury.
AFL demands three clubs explain concussion management
Carlton, the Brisbane Lions and Adelaide have been given "please explain" notices from the AFL regarding concussion protocol management of their star players.
Giants bent on conquering MCG demons for flag chase
Greater Western Sydney are viewing their last home-and-away hitout at the MCG as a dress rehearsal for their premiership aspirations, star Jesse Hogan says.
De Koning in finals doubt as Blues sweat on other stars
Tom De Koning will undergo surgery as Carlton sweat on further injuries to Sam Walsh and Blake Acres, while Harry McKay has been cleared of concussion.
Free agent Ainsworth stays at Gold Coast
Forward Ben Ainsworth has re-signed with Gold Coast until the end of the 2028 AFL season, while the Suns have also signed ex-BBL cricketer Zak Evans.
Pearce injury scare as Dockers crush Demons in Perth
Fremantle have surged into the top four and Melbourne's finals hopes hang in the balance following the Dockers' 50-point win in Perth.
No one would have won us the hitouts: Demons coach
Melbourne were crushed in the clearance and hit-out battle against Fremantle, and Demons coach Simon Goodwin says Tom Fullarton wouldn't have been the answer.
Brisbane pip Swans in AFL thriller
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan has hailed his team's resilience after their tense two-point win over ladder leaders Sydney at the Gabba.
I picked a fight with Dixon, says Port Adelaide coach
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley says he recently "picked a fight" with key forward Charlie Dixon, who played a starring role in a win over Richmond.
Livewire Ginnivan stars as Hawks crush Magpies
Jack Ginnivan has produced a career-best performance to lead AFL finals hopefuls Hawthorn to a stirring victory over his former club Collingwood.
Giants crush road strugglers Suns in AFL finals push
Greater Western Sydney have claimed a 39-point victory against Gold Coast, with the Suns' poor form on the road leaving them outside the top eight.
St Kilda’s Collard suspended for using homophobic slurs
First-year St Kilda player Lance Collard has been suspended for six games after directing homophobic slurs towards two opponents in a VFL game.
Dustin Martin sidelined again with lingering back issue
Richmond star Dustin Martin is still struggling with a back injury and won't be able to front up for their away clash with Port Adelaide.
Suspended Lance Collard resumes training with Saints
St Kilda player Lance Collard has resumed training with his teammates after being handed a six-match ban for directing homophobic slurs towards VFL opponents.
Cameron, Bedford win appeals amid AFL tackle shock wave
Brisbane star Charlie Cameron and GWS tagger Toby Bedford are both free to play this week after successful visits to the AFL Appeal Board.
Emboldened Demons keen to make amends against Dockers
Melbourne were crushed by 92 points when they met Fremantle seven weeks ago, but they are far more confident ahead of a re-match.
‘Harsh’ charge, injuries won’t deter Giants: Daniels
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Bombers swing axe, Eagle Darling still out of favour
West Coast forward Jack Darling has been overlooked for AFL selection despite the Eagles losing in-form spearhead Jake Waterman to a knee injury.
Giants ignore Suns’ rocky road record in AFL battle
Spots in the top eight are on the line as Gold Coast aim to end their horror interstate record in an important AFL clash with GWS at Engie Stadium.
Only way is up for struggling Eagles: Liam Ryan
West Coast are three years into the biggest rebuild in the club's history, and forward Liam Ryan is keen to help further develop the club's youngsters.