Smith set for quick return to bolster red-hot Cats
Bailey Smith's stint on the sidelines with a hamstring injury is set to be a short one, with Geelong coach Chris Scott tipping a return against Essendon.
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Power guns fire in pressure-relieving win over Giants
With coach Ken Hinkley under the pump, Port Adelaide have fought out a 16-point win over GWS in Canberra to snap a four-game losing run.
Fitness watch for star Giant ahead of huge Lions clash
After losing to Port Adelaide, Greater Western Sydney face the daunting task of taking on Brisbane at the Gabba with a cloud over Toby Greene's fitness.
One year on: Dees know past pain won’t daunt Petracca
Melbourne star Christian Petracca is ready to attack the King's Birthday blockbuster, one year on from the collision that caused him serious internal injuries.
Tasmania’s AFL saga ’embarrassing’ for our state: Paine
Former Test star Tim Paine feels Tasmania is the "laughing stock" of rival states as its planned AFL entry hangs in the balance because of political upheaval.
Danger ready to fire as Cats eye Suns’ top-four spot
Patrick Dangerfield has overcome his latest hamstring setback and will bolster a Geelong outfit that has history on its side for the home clash with Gold Coast.
Devils call for ‘sanity’ with AFL licence under threat
AFL expansion team the Tasmania Devils are under threat as the state heads towards another election which could delay the building of a new stadium.
Suns’ top-four spot on line in Geelong ‘litmus test’
Finals hopefuls Gold Coast head to Geelong for the first time in four years, facing a huge test and hell-bent on strengthening their grip on a top-four spot.
Crows tap into Lions defector’s inside intelligence
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks has tapped into his new coaching director's inside knowledge of Brisbane ahead of Friday night's game.
‘What is Wardy?’: Kingsley’s key message to Giants
GWS coach Adam Kingsley has implored his team to borrow a page from much-loved veteran Callan Ward's playbook as they seek to shore up a spot in the top eight.
Dangerfield back as Cats name ex-Sun for club debut
Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield will return for Saturday's big home game against Gold Coast, while former Sun Jack Martin will make his Cats debut.
Lions boss questions narrative of his reigning champs
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan is questioning a popular narrative around his club ahead of a high-stakes fixture against Adelaide.
‘Bro can’t have fun’ – Hawk unmoved after taunting Dogs
Hawthorn forward Jack Ginnivan has divided opinion after he taunted the Western Bulldogs in the last quarter of Thursday night's 22-point win.
Hawks out-tackle Bulldogs for badly needed win
Hawthorn have broken their three-game winning streak, beating the Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium by 22 points.
‘He’s our player’: Bulldogs coach speaks on ace forward
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has declared exiled forward Jamarra Ugle-Hagan's training video a "great sign" that he is getting back on track.
Tears flow as Devils boss stays defiant on AFL future
The heat is on Tasmania Premier Jeremy Rockliff, who has threatened the Devils' planned AFL entry in 2028, with the club saying it is now at "serious risk."
Top Hawk grounded, Port forward’s fresh setback
Hawthorn have confirmed rumours about an injury to a club leader while a Port Adelaide forward faces more time on the sidelines after a fresh injury setback.
AFL’s illicit drugs code remains work in progress
The AFL's revised illicit drugs policy will be the responsibility of Laura Kane, whose football operations portfolio has been split in two.
Crows ‘can’t wait’ for Lions litmus test, says Nicks
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says they have spent a lot of time watching how Brisbane play and on Friday night, they will see how well they measure up.
Young gun Bombers goalsneak told to defend first
Highly-rated Essendon small forward Isaac Kako has gone without a goal for three games, but teammate Peter Wright is confident that will soon change.
Lions boss to join ‘mothership’ in AFL shake-up
A renowned administrator of AFL clubs is joining the league's headquarters as part of an executive reshuffle.
High-flying Crows brace for acid test against Brisbane
Adelaide forward Alex Neal-Bullen says the Crows' blockbuster against the Brisbane Lions is an opportunity for them to display a new-found maturity.
AFLW players’ fixture pleas fall on deaf ears
The AFL Players Association has expressed concern over elements of the new AFLW fixture, revealing key requests had been overlooked by league officials.
How young Dockers midfielder is coping with the trolls
Fremantle midfielder Matthew Johnson is only three years into his AFL career but he's already experienced the sad world of online trolling.
Struggling Saints aim to stay the course in AFL storm
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon says Melbourne's recovery from their poor start to the season shows what is possible when a team keeps its focus sharp.
Hawks given ‘reality check’ as coach questions players
Hawthorn will have to "bring their mouthguards" to training after losing the tackle count by 44 in a 51-point smashing to Collingwood.
Bonus points for Cats defender as Eagles hurdle looms
Jack Henry was happy just to make one AFL appearance off the rookie list, but will reach the 150-game milestone in Geelong's clash with West Coast.
Bolton shines brightest as Dockers rain on Suns’ parade
Shai Bolton was the difference for Fremantle as they resisted Gold Coast's late flurry to register a tough 11-point win in enemy territory.
‘Coach Ward’ on crutches fires up GWS for comeback win
Callan Ward suffered a knee injury that could end his career, then helped inspire his GWS teammates for a comeback win over inaccurate Richmond.
Giant upset proves mission impossible, but Yze ‘proud’
Richmond were left ruing a wasteful 10.17 as they lost by three points to GWS, with coach Adem Yze proud of their effort while disappointed with the result.
‘Unacceptable, embarrassing’: Swans go soul searching
Sydney coach Dean Cox has warned his players there will be no hiding after an "embarrassing" 90-point loss to Adelaide.