Bulldogs back Naughton, stalwart Daniel dropped
Aaron Naughton has only kicked four majors in as many AFL games but Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge insists the player's influence goes way beyond goals.
Australian rules football
Resurgent Lions dominate Demons at MCG in Neale’s 250th
The Brisbane Lions have stunned in-form Melbourne by 22 points to claim their first home-and-away win at the MCG since 2014.
Lions coach Fagan hails ‘tough’ milestone man Neale
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan has hailed Lachie Neale's toughness after the dual Brownlow medallist inspired the Lions to a crucial win over Melbourne at the MCG.
Lions’ Zorko to address Answerth after ‘crybaby’ sign
Brisbane Lions veteran Dayne Zorko will speak with teammate Noah Answerth after the defender made an unsportsmanlike gesture towards Melbourne's Harrison Petty.
Hawk Ginnivan wasn’t unwanted by Magpies: McRae
Collingwood won't home in on Hawthorn's Jack Ginnivan as coach Craig McRae braces for tagger Finn Maginness to again make life difficult for Nick Daicos.
Voss calls on Carlton to banish Gather Round blues
Carlton coach Michael Voss says he has learnt valuable lessons from the Blues' failure to handle the hype of the inaugural Gather Round game.
Demons stay focused after blitzing Adelaide mission
Christian Petracca won't let Melbourne rest on the laurels of their hot early season form, as the Demons prepare for another quick turnaround to face Brisbane.
Pickett handed one-match ban as Crow plays down clash
Melbourne forward Kysaiah Pickett is facing another ban for a high bump, despite Adelaide midfielder Jake Soligo insisting there wasn't much in the incident.
Lions show pride, maul Roos for first AFL win
The Brisbane Lions killed the contest against North Melbourne with a seven-goal opening quarter in the Gather Round twilight game at suburban Norwood Oval.
Fagan, Lions can show us the path forward: Clarkson
After watching his side belted by the Brisbane Lions, North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson will keep the faith as he eyes the bigger picture.
Giants’ Kingsley keen to slow Hardwick’s rising Suns
There's a genuine rivalry between the AFL's two newest clubs, GWS coach Adam Kingsley says as he prepares to pit his wits against old boss Damien Hardwick.
Hawks, Pies brace for Ginnivan’s box office show
Captain James Sicily says Hawthorn will fly the flag for ex-Magpie Jack Ginnivan when the polarising forward plays his old side for the first time.
Blues leave it late to over-run Dockers in AFL thriller
Carlton have booted the last three goals of the game to pip Fremantle by 10 points in a Gather Round clash at Adelaide Oval.
GWS aces Greene, Hogan fire in win over Gold Coast
GWS captain Toby Greene has kicked five goals in a 28-point win over Gold Coast in the Adelaide Hills.
Suns coach glimpses bright future despite loss to GWS
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick says he was encouraged by performances among his younger brigade in a loss to GWS in the Adelaide Hills.
Finlayson apologises for homophobic slur in AFL game
Port Adelaide forward Jeremy Finlayson is under AFL investigation and has apologised for making a homophobic comment to an Essendon player.
Saints hold on for gripping comeback win over Tigers
St Kilda first overcame a dire opening half and then held on grimly in the last few minutes for a seven-point win over Richmond at Norwood Oval.
Pies withstand Hawks challenge in Gather Round thriller
Tom Mitchell starred against his former side as Collingwood held off a late challenge from Hawthorn to post their second win of the AFL season.
SA shines again as AFL’s Gather Round goes bigger
Gather Round was bigger and better in 2024 than the original edition, as the two local teams experienced contrasting fortunes in front of big crowds.
AFL ponders punishment for Finlayson’s homophobic slur
AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon won't compare the seriousness of Jeremy Finlayson's homophobic slur to a racist insult as the league ponders a punishment.
Fit-again Lion Answerth gets kick out of injury woes
Noah Answerth used his time in rehabilitation to strip back a kicking technique the Brisbane Lions defender figured was the weakness costing him an AFL spot.
Demons to challenge Pickett suspension at AFL tribunal
Melbourne will head to the AFL tribunal to challenge Kysaiah Pickett's one-match ban, while Carlton have accepted Lachie Fogarty's suspension.
Bomber Langford condemns Finlayson’s homphobic slur
As the AFL ponders its punishment for Jeremy Finlayson over a homophobic slur, Essendon forward Kyle Langford has condemned the Port Adelaide player's actions.
AFL mulls punishment for Finlayson’s homophobic slur
As the AFL ponders its punishment for Jeremy Finlayson over a homophobic slur, a previous sanction for Alastair Clarkson is unlikely to be used as a reference.
Neale flags triple-threat test against AFL’s ‘big boys’
Lachie Neale's Brisbane Lions have returned to winning ways ahead of a stern three-week stretch against the AFL's form sides.
Bomber Langford condemns Finlayson’s homophobic slur
As the AFL ponders its punishment for Jeremy Finlayson over a homophobic slur, Essendon forward Kyle Langford has condemned the Port Adelaide player's actions.
Undefeated Giants keeping a lid on red-hot season start
Star midfielder Tom Green says GWS are enjoying their undefeated status, but are under no illusions of how long and difficult the road to a premiership can be.
Demons continue to work with Pickett after another ban
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin insists Kysaiah Pickett has already been working on his pressuring technique after receiving a third ban in 12 months.
‘Potential to cause injury’: AFL stands by Pickett ban
Kysaiah Pickett will be watching Melbourne's clash with the Brisbane Lions from the sidelines after the Demons failed to overturn his one-match ban.
Demons searching for more ahead of Lions showdown
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has warned that the high-flying Demons can play much better ahead of their MCG showdown with the Brisbane Lions.
Port’s Finlayson suspended for homophobic slur
Port Adelaide forward Jeremy Finlayson will sit out three games after being suspended for making a homophobic remark in an AFL clash against Essendon.