Crows coach content after downing arch foes Port
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says he's pleased with the way his side is tracking after downing Port Adelaide by five points in an AFL thriller.
Australian rules football
Hawks’ prep work for Top End raid starts early
Hawthorn will head to Darwin with an extended squad three days before their huge AFL clash with fellow premiership hopefuls Gold Coast.
‘Frustrating’: Bulldogs coach laments costly turnovers
Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge was frustrated by his side's unforced errors in defence that led to crucial turnover points for Gold Coast in a 10-point AFL loss.
Security scare as teenager brings weapons to AFL match
A teenager armed with a knife and fake gun has been busted trying to enter an AFL match, just weeks after two men were allegedly caught with genuine firearms.
Giants hail Hogan’s heroics after epic win over Cats
Jesse Hogan kicked seven goals to help propel GWS to a fifth straight win at GMHBA Stadium, outlasting Geelong in a four-point thriller.
Pluck of the draw as Kangaroos share points with Lions
Second-last North Melbourne have given reigning AFL premiers Brisbane a massive shake, with the two teams playing out a tense draw.
Rioli watch continues as Suns defend Top End record
Port Adelaide star Willie Rioli's immediate playing future is in the spotlight, as in-form finals contenders Gold Coast and Adelaide face big tests in Round 10.
Coaches split on AFL regular-season extra time
The coach of defending AFL premiers Brisbane has called for regular-season extra time to add more drama to the game after a tense draw with the lowly Kangaroos.
D’Ambrosio eyes NT gear change with Hawks set to fly
AFL flag fancies Hawthorn are yet to fully hit their straps in a 7-2 start to the season and next face a significant challenge against Gold Coast in Darwin.
On payback mission, Miller’s 200th chance to say thanks
Touk Miller is set to become the second Gold Coast player to play 200 AFL games, the midfielder in for the long haul as the club eyes overdue success.
Jamie Elliott kicks six goals as Pies down Dockers
Jamie Elliott and Jack Crisp have played match-winning roles as Collingwood overcame a lopsided inside 50m count to post a brave 14-point win over Fremantle.
Dockers optimistic Darcy knee injury is only minor
Fremantle ruckman Sean Darcy was subbed out of his team's loss to Collingwood with a jarred knee, but he's still a chance to play against GWS next week.
Oliver ‘frustrated’ at AFL speculation: Goodwin
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says there was nothing more to Clayton Oliver's AFL week off than the health and well-being of the star midfielder.
Suns midfield urged to bring more bite to Dogs test
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick wants a lift from his out-of-form midfield when the Suns take on the red-hot Western Bulldogs in Darwin.
Power say racism is ‘persistent’ after AFL bans Rioli
Port Adelaide's Willie Rioli pulled out of the Showdown following a week of allegations of threats made against rival players, then he was suspended.
Swans hopeful McDonald will make AFL return this season
Sydney's Logan McDonald will have surgery again after going under the knife in the off-season, but coach Dean Cox is hopeful he can make his return this season.
Hawks rest Barrass, Bulldogs lose Adam Treloar
Tom Barrass will sit out Hawthorn's clash with Melbourne as Sam Mitchell manages the experienced defender's workload with an eye towards the AFL finals.
Cagey Blues coach Voss declares Curnow right for Saints
Carlton expect Charlie Curnow to face St Kilda despite the star forward being involved in a heavy collision at training.
Bulldogs’ Dale keen to move on from Rioli saga
The Western Bulldogs have refused to weigh in to the Willie Rioli drama after the Port Adelaide forward sent a threatening message about defender Bailey Dale.
Big-name Magpies out of Fremantle clash
Collingwood premiership quartet Jordan De Goey, Brayden Maynard, Brody Mihocek and Scott Pendlebury won't face Fremantle off a five-day break.
Bombers to regain midfielder Caldwell for Swans clash
Jye Caldwell will return for Essendon against Sydney, who could welcome Taylor Adams back to their midfield.
AFL still pondering sanctions for Rioli over threats
Willie Rioli has been interviewed by the AFL after two more reports emerged about the Port Adelaide forward allegedly threatening rival players.
Chad Warner stars as Swans down Giants in bitter derby
Sydney have bounced back from consecutive AFL losses to defeat GWS in their qualifying final rematch and hold onto local bragging rights.
Chad Warner stars as Swans down Giants in bitter derby
Sydney have bounced back from consecutive AFL losses to defeat GWS in their qualifying final rematch and hold onto local bragging rights.
Yze backs Balta after jeers from Hawks fans
Richmond defender Noah Balta was jeered by Hawthorn fans as he returned to AFL action for the first time since being sentenced for assault.
Cameron, Lions mids flex to continue QClash dominance
Brisbane's midfield have dominated in a 17-point QClash defeat of Gold Coast that sent the in-form Suns crashing back to earth.
Pressure on Port, Freo to bounce back from horror shows
Port Adelaide and Fremantle are reeling from huge interstate defeats and will be under a fierce spotlight in their marquee games in round nine.
Hardwick calls for protection of ‘too honest’ Rowell
Suns clearance king Matt Rowell was quietened by Brisbane in a lopsided QClash but his coach Damien Hardwick said he should be getting more help from officials.
Positive sign as Devils nab Collingwood recruiting guru
The Tasmania Devils have completed an off-field signing coup, with a highly regarded former Collingwood recruitment manager joining the club.
Ladder-leading Lions ‘humming’ with plenty in reserve
The impressive injury returns in the VFL of Tom Doedee and Keidean Coleman have coincided with Brisbane's AFL premiership defence clicking up a few gears.
Saints’ Garcia rises from Ross bake to AFL nomination
A week after Hugo Garcia felt the full force of coach Ross Lyon's fury, the St Kilda youngster is the latest AFL Rising Star nomination.