Giants embrace Kingsley’s ‘play your role’ philosophy
GWS know it's one of the biggest sporting cliches, but their commitment to sticking to their role on the field has helped them snatch five straight wins.
Australian rules football
Payne of axing eased, Lions defender finds his groove
Dropped after struggling in the Brisbane Lions' opening-round Carlton loss, a revitalised Jack Payne says he's back to his old self and ready to tackle Geelong.
McDonald keen to stay a Swan ahead of contract talks
Rival clubs may be knocking on the door of out-of-contract key forward Logan McDonald, but the West Australian product has his mind set on staying with Sydney.
Giants’ game plan unchanged despite injury carnage
Despite the loss of star players Sam Taylor and Stephen Coniglio, GWS coach Adam Kingsley has backed the Giants' depth and skill against Carlton.
Clubs must cite character at AFL Tribunal: Cats coach
Geelong coach Chris Scott says clubs have to turn to the "good character" clause to help their players at the AFL Tribunal after Charlie Cameron's success.
Beveridge breathes easier as Bulldogs destroy Saints
The Western Bulldogs have squared their season record at 3-3 as Aaron Naughton starred as the focal point in attack in a 60-point domination of St Kilda.
Hawkins, Dangerfield bolster Cats for Gabba AFL clash
Geelong have loaded up for their trip to the Gabba, while Fremantle have been bolstered by the return of Sean Darcy for the western derby.
Pendlebury poised to face Power as Magpies reset
Collingwood have named an unchanged line-up for the AFL clash with Port Adelaide after Scott Pendlebury overcame fractured ribs and was passed fit to play.
No discontent as Bulldogs eye contention: Beveridge
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has dismissed the suggestion there is discontent at the AFL club and is adamant his charges can still contend.
Brisbane’s Cameron has one-game suspension thrown out
Brisbane Lions livewire Charlie Cameron has been let off with a fine for a dumping tackle on Melbourne defender Jake Lever after heading to the AFL Tribunal.
‘Humbling’: Hawks great Dunstall declared AFL legend
Four-time Hawthorn premiership hero and goal-kicking champion Jason Dunstall will be elevated to Legend status in the Australian Football Hall of Fame.
Pies building AFL flag case ahead of Power test: Daicos
Nick Daicos believes Collingwood have steadied the ship in their AFL premiership defence but knows they face a huge test against Port Adelaide in round six.
AFL chair backs ‘strong stance’ on Finlayson, Clarkson
The AFL sent a "very strong signal" in its response to homophobic comments made by Jeremy Finlayson and Alastair Clarkson, the league's chairman insists.
Winless Hawks could use ‘wake-up call’: Dunstall
Hawthorn face a torrid week on the training track ahead of a clash with North Melbourne that features the AFL's two remaining winless teams.
Lions defender ‘apologetic’ for Petty incident: Zorko
Brisbane Lions defender Noah Answerth is 'extremely apologetic' for his much-discussed sledge of Melbourne's Harrison Petty, Dayne Zorko says.
Collingwood defender Murphy retires due to concussion
Collingwood premiership defender Nathan Murphy has been forced into an immediate retirement from the AFL at just 24 due to concussion.
Dump tackle has Lions’ Cameron sidelined for AFL clash
Brisbane small forward Charlie Cameron faces suspension for their key home game against Geelong because of the tackle he laid on Melbourne defender Jake Lever.
Mixed injury news for Demons stars Oliver and Salem
Melbourne's Christian Salem could miss up to six weeks with a hamstring injury while Clayton Oliver should resume in round seven after minor finger surgery.
Lohmann lighting up forward line for Brisbane Lions
After turning down significant offers to return to Victoria last year, Kai Lohmann has declared he is "here to stay" for the Brisbane Lions.
Cats keen to celebrate Stanley milestone against Roos
Geelong will celebrate Rhys Stanley's 200th AFL game against North Melbourne, and attempt to extend their perfect record to a fifth game.
Crows rally to beat Blues for first win of the season
Adelaide have kicked the last three goals to beat Carlton by two points for their first win of 2024, in a pulsating clash that featured 15 lead changes.
Fresh-faced Suns power rout of winless Hawks
Gold Coast's rookies and midfield have impressed as the Suns suffocated Hawthorn in a 53-point AFL thumping in Carrara.
Gutted Mitchell flags training changes after Suns slump
Coach Sam Mitchell was a shattered man after Hawthorn's 53-point loss to Gold Coast left him with an 0-5 record and a growing list of issues to address.
Geelong to regain Dangerfield, Hawkins for Gabba trip
Star forward Jeremy Cameron has kicked six goals in undefeated Geelong's 75-point thumping of struggling North Melbourne at GMHBA Stadium.
Geelong, GWS remain undefeated after round five in AFL
A snapshot of the action from round five in the AFL as Geelong recorded a 5-0 start to their season for the first time since 2017.
Crows’ Crouch faces one-game ban for front-on conduct
Adelaide have had an unhappy post-script to their upset AFL win over Carlton, with Matt Crouch facing a one-game ban for forceful front-on contact.
Football great charged with historical child abuse
Victorian detectives have charged former St Kilda and Melbourne ruckman Carl Ditterich after an investigation into alleged historical child sex offences.
Suns ‘nearly there’ as Hardwick settles on best fit
The Suns' new-look backline has earned another chance to impress, with Damien Hardwick resisting change for his side's return home to face Hawthorn.
GWS build killer instinct in Canberra clash with Saints
The GWS Giants have started their AFL campaign with four straight wins, but coach Adam Kingsley acknowledges they still have levels to add to their game.
Port’s Finlayson ‘cut deeply’ over his homophobic slur
Coach Ken Hinkley says Port Adelaide forward Jeremy Finlayson has been deeply affected after he made a homophobic slur that resulted in a three-game ban.
In-form Power, Blues welcome back key players
Port Adelaide have recalled two stars to face a Fremantle side still missing ruckman Sean Darcy, while unbeaten Carlton are bolstered by Sam Walsh's return.