Tigers back hard-luck Gibcus as long-term AFL player
Luckless Richmond defender Josh Gibcus will need a knee reconstruction and is out for the season, with Tigers coach Adem Yze saying it is "gut-wrenching".
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Essendon to celebrate flags, rivalry with Hawthorn
A clash with Hawthorn offers the dream start to the season for Essendon, who will celebrate their 1984 grand final comeback before the first bounce at the MCG.
Goodwin rapt with Oliver’s progress, on and off-field
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says midfielder Clayton Oliver is making strong progress after his well-documented woe off the field.
Sexton’s new life in Hardwick’s ‘three amigo’ system
Alex Sexton didn't fit the script when auditioning for Damien Hardwick's Gold Coast forward line, but the coach has found a role for him elsewhere.
AFL great Tredrea has unfair dismissal claim thrown out
Channel Nine was entitled to fire broadcaster and former AFL star Warren Tredrea for refusing to get a COVID-19 vaccination, the Federal Court has ruled.
Suns sharpen Hardwick, but coaching love never wavered
Damien Hardwick reckons he lost some coaching sharpness during his brief time out of the AFL caper, but he hasn't questioned his move to the Gold Coast.
Tigers bracing for Blues’ McKay-Curnow dynamic duo
Richmond will have to find a way to handle Carlton's twin towers Charlie Curnow and Harry McKay if they are to beat the Blues at the MCG.
Howe to return as Magpies eye response against Swans
Collingwood defender Jeremy Howe is set to return from a calf injury against Sydney as the Magpies attempt to get off the mark in their premiership defence.
Suns’ moment of clarity sets up Rowell for records
Jack Lukosius said it felt like all of Damien Hardwick's preseason theories had been projected onto the ground in a near-perfect Gold Coast AFL beginning.
Adelaide rule out injured Walker for AFL season opener
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks has ruled out key forward Taylor Walker for Saturday night's away clash against Gold Coast.
Tigers’ Lynch set for limited minutes on AFL return
Richmond star Tom Lynch will play limited minutes on his return from injury against Carlton as the Tigers attempt to bounce back from their opening-round loss.
Starcevich sizes up life without Kiddy at the Lions
A slimmed-down Brandon Starcevich is open to a more dynamic role in defence with an injured Keidean Coleman no longer an option for the flag-hunting Brisbane.
Oliver’s AFL form one bonus as Demons lick wounds
Melbourne vice-captain Jack Viney says the Demons were beaten at the contest "convincingly" in their season-opening loss to Sydney last Thursday night.
Blues contact Johnston over racism class action claims
Carlton chief executive Brian Cook says the AFL needs to be "concerned" about the class action alleging historic racism in the game.
Suns get instant proof of Hardwick preachings: King
Gold Coast forward Ben King says the Suns got an instant justification of new coach Damien Hardwick's tactics in their win against Richmond.
Magpies’ Cox apologises for pushing Giants’ ruck coach
Mason Cox has apologised for shoving Greater Western Sydney ruck coach Shane Mumford before Collingwood's AFL opening-round match against the Giants.
GWS star Ward avoids shoulder surgery, out 6-8 weeks
GWS will be without experienced midfielder Callan Ward for at least six weeks as the star deals with a shoulder injury sustained in their opening-round win.
Latest Docherty AFL injury ‘levelled’ Blues: coach Voss
Carlton coach Michael Voss says the Blues are gutted for much-loved player Sam Docherty, who will need his third knee reconstruction and is out for the season.
AFL footy boss indicates ‘Opening Round’ here to stay
The AFL will review its inaugural 'Opening Round' but football boss Laura Kane loved the new concept, indicating it will remain part of the fixture next year.
Lions’ ‘selfishness’ contributed to Blues blip: Neale
Selfishness and complacency contributed to Brisbane's shock AFL loss from 46 points ahead against Carlton, Lions co-captain Lachie Neale says.
Tigers’ Big Three set to return for Blues blockbuster
Tom Lynch, Dustin Martin and Toby Nankervis are likely to boost Richmond for Thursday night's AFL blockbuster against Carlton.
North coach Clarkson declines to elaborate on outburst
Alastair Clarkson says he wants to "focus on footy" rather than discussing his fine and suspended ban for an explosive pre-season tirade.
Crows star Walker battles back ailment ahead of opener
Adelaide utility Ben Keays is hopeful key forward Taylor Walker can overcome a back injury and play in the Crows' AFL season-opener.
Opening Round balances out MCG grand final: Longmire
John Longmire says having Opening Round in Brisbane and Sydney could compensate for the grand final always being played in Melbourne.
Magpies’ Cox reprimanded by AFL for pushing Mumford
The AFL has reprimanded Collingwood big man Mason Cox for pushing GWS ruck coach Shane Mumford in an incident before the preliminary-final rematch.
Williams silences internal doubts in Blues’ comeback
Defender Zac Williams put his personal doubts to rest with a strong performance in Carlton's stunning comeback win over Brisbane in their AFL season opener.
Coleman’s cruel injury blow as Lions lick wounds
Brisbane have confirmed a torn anterior cruciate ligament for key defender Keidean Coleman in the wake of the Lions' deflating home defeat by Carlton.
Carlton’s Docherty suffers third ruptured ACL
Carlton's Sam Docherty has suffered the third ruptured ACL of his career, with the latest setback in his horror run of illness and injury ending his season.
Hardwick’s Suns prevail in wild ride against Tigers
Gold Coast kicked 11 straight goals before Richmond claimed the next seven in a fluctuating AFL contest as Damien Hardwick began his Suns era a winner.
Yze calm in chaos as Tigers save face on the Gold Coast
Adem Yze did his best to stay calm during a wildly fluctuating debut as an AFL head coach, his Tigers rallying from 67 points down to briefly threaten the Suns.
Giant wake-up call for Collingwood in loss to GWS
Callum Brown, Jesse Hogan and Brent Daniels all hit the scoreboard regularly to help GWS to a decisive 32-point win over AFL premiers Collingwood.