Brave warrior: Saints star Silvagni keen to face Blues
Just eight days after dislocating his shoulder, St Kilda defender Jack Silvagni is doing everything within his powers to face his former side Carlton.
Australian rules football
Carlton star full of praise for selfless coach Fraser
After Carlton's stunning 76-point demolition of reigning premiers Brisbane, Blues star Sam Walsh has shared his thoughts on caretaker coach Josh Fraser.
Top footy codes drowning in grog and gambling adverts
Alcohol advertising has a firm grip on Australia's two major football codes, with children exposed to the ads every time they watch a match.
Collingwood utility added to growing injury list
A Collingwood utility has been added to the club's growing injury list, but Melbourne are hopeful a star defender could return this weekend.
‘That’ll do me’: Clarkson addresses North future
As speculation mounts over his future at Arden St, North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson has addressed his contract situation.
Doubt and frustration, but Suns skipper keeping faith
Gold Coast captain Noah Anderson admits frustration at slipping from finals contention but remains bullish about the future of the Suns.
Devils nab development guru to boost AFL build
The Tasmania Devils, who will enter the AFL in 2028, have signed a former premiership-winning midfielder as their first head of development.
‘A little dip’: Reigning premier Brisbane on shock loss
Brisbane midfielder Jarrod Berry says the Lions won't be jumping at shadows in response to their shock loss to Carlton.
‘A stretch’: Coaches speak on AFL’s controversial memo
The AFL has warned clubs they risk being sanctioned should they rest players in round 24, but several coaches say they won't be paying attention to the memo.
Hawthorn coach Mitchell makes call on future
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell has signed a contract extension through to the end of the 2030 AFL season.
AFLW stars want league to seize fresh momentum
After the success of the exhibition match between Australia and Ireland, AFLW players want the momentum to drive into the regular sport.
Top four alive: Demons hold on to defeat battling Suns
Melbourne have emerged with a hard-fought nine-point AFL defeat of Gold Coast at People First Stadium.
‘Never surrender’: Giants on the hunt for wildcard spot
GWS coach Adam Kingsley says the Giants are embracing a mantra introduced by the club's inaugural coach as they hunt a wildcard berth.
Carlton caretaker to make coaching call this week
After a stunning 9-2 record as Carlton's caretaker, Josh Fraser has says he will make a call this week about whether he enters the Blues coaching process.
‘Not panicking’: Lions optimistic after horror night
The Brisbane Lions will sweat on scans to key players who were injured in a shock 76-point smashing of Carlton just a month out from finals.
Blues smash reigning premiers to enhance finals chances
Carlton have produced a remarkable 76-point thrashing of the Brisbane Lions, boosting Josh Fraser's chances of winning the full-time coaching job at the Blues.
GWS finals hopes alive after sinking Port Adelaide
GWS, with Jake Stringer and Stephen Coniglio both kicking three goals, have banked a vital 12-point away win over Port Adelaide.
Watson boots five as high flying Hawks beat gritty Roos
Despite trailing at three-quarter time, Hawthorn has gotten past North Melbourne by 16 points with Nick Watson starring with five goals.
‘Couldn’t miss out’: Gun Bomber happy with injury call
Talented defender Archie Roberts chose to delay shoulder surgery to help Essendon's young guns see out the season and has absolutely no regrets.
No demons as Petracca braces for ‘argy-bargy’ reunion
Christian Petracca's influence at Gold Coast has been under the microscope in the lead-up to his first clash against former team Melbourne.
Treacy the key as Dockers finally beat Bulldogs flood
Fremantle forward Josh Treacy has kicked three goals as the Dockers locked in a top-two berth and two home finals with a fighting victory over the Bulldogs.
Young gun thriving as Hawks fly on and off the field
Connor Macdonald loves that Hawthorn have become a destination club and is shining in a new role that has helped the Hawks reach third on the ladder.
Suns coach Hardwick no fan of preseason AFL Origin
Asked if he'd like to coach an Origin AFL team, Damien Hardwick couldn't help but criticise the concept he thinks put clubs "behind the eight ball".
‘Class and dignity’: Carlton laud captain’s milestone
Carlton's caretaker coach says captain Patrick Cripps deserves to be celebrated as he hits another milestone in his stellar AFL career.
Players done waiting for once-in-a-decade showdown
The teams have been selected, the group chats created, scruples about the venue hashed out, so now Australia and Ireland are ready to rumble.
Record? What record? Dockers keeping feet grounded
Fremantle will create another slice of history on Friday if they can beat the Bulldogs, but coach Justin Longmuir is keeping his eye on the ultimate prize.
Magpies coach throws support behind Hill as star exits
Collingwood have confirmed Bobby Hill's departure from the club, while defending the premiership star who has been racially abused on social media.
Cats claw into top six with topsy-turvy win over Pies
Geelong have held off a fast-finishing Collingwood to claim a 25-point victory at the MCG as the jostling for spots in the AFL's top six heats up.
Bulldogs spearhead out of crunch Freo clash
The Western Bulldogs' attacking stocks have taken a hit ahead of facing Fremantle, while the Dockers have regained a star.
Roos coach Clarkson hopes to avoid tap on the shoulder
North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson hopes he is given the chance to lead the club to the promised land amidst talk he may not receive a contract extension.
Kearney’s future a mystery after missing historic clash
AFLW all-time great Emma Kearney will miss Australia's clash with Ireland, raising retirement speculation for the North Melbourne star.