No panic as Lions’ Gabba ‘fortress’ looks under threat
Lions coach Chris Fagan is taking notes from last season in an effort to remain calm after a loss to Geelong made it three-straight at the Gabba this season.
Australian rules football
Swans ground high-flying Suns with 53-point monstering
Tom Papley and Isaac Heeney were among the Sydney stars in a big home win over Gold Coast.
Swans pay tribute to Bondi victims before AFL clash
A minute's silence was observed before Sydney's AFL match with Gold Coast in honour of the victims of the recent knife attack at a Sydney shopping centre.
Greene, Hogan learn their fate ahead of Brisbane clash
Captain Toby Greene and fellow forward Jesse Hogan have been hit with one-match bans by the AFL after Greater Western Sydney's round-six loss to Carlton.
Back to drawing board for Suns after Swans drubbing
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick and his charges will be rolling up their sleeves come Monday after a 53-point loss to Sydney.
Cats only unbeaten AFL side as Giants fall in round six
A snapshot of the AFL action from round six as Geelong extended their unbeaten start at the Gabba and Collingwood flexed their muscle against Port Adelaide.
Hardy Hawks break drought against lowly Kangaroos
A nine-goal first-half blitz laid the platform for Hawthorn's first win of the AFL season as Sam Mitchell outpointed his former mentor Alastair Clarkson.
‘Work to do’: Clarkson’s Kangaroos chasing AFL pack
Rebuilding North Melbourne are winless this season and have now lost 26 of their last 27 games after a 45-point hammering from fellow battlers Hawthorn.
Hawks overcooked? Mitchell prepared to take the risk
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell hopes a tough week on the training track will pay dividends against North Melbourne, but he is wary his methods could backfire.
AFL tribunal got it right on Cameron: Fagan
Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan says it's up to the AFL tribunal, not him, to explain why Charlie Cameron's suspension was downgraded to a fine.
Essendon’s Martin strikes late to sink Crows
Essendon have kicked the last two goals of the game to pip Adelaide by three points in an AFL thriller at Adelaide Oval.
Clarkson eyes litmus test for winless Roos, Hawks
Alastair Clarkson remains focused on the big picture as North Melbourne and Hawthorn chase their first wins of the AFL season in their round-six clash.
Bondi tragedy ‘so close to home’ for clubs: Longmire
Sydney Swans coach John Longmire says the Bondi Junction stabbing attack has been deeply felt by sporting clubs based in the area.
Adelaide’s Butts in doubt as Crows seek momentum
Adelaide fullback Jordon Butts is in doubt for the Crows' game against Essendon as his injury interrupted AFL season continues.
Dunkley’s challenge after Rayner’s ‘special’ outing
Cameron Rayner has shown what he can offer through Brisbane's midfield, now his Lions teammates have challenged him to do it more often.
Swans on high alert for Hardwick’s rising Suns
Sydney coach John Longmire has rich praise for Gold Coast's form under Damien Hardwick ahead of their AFL match this weekend.
Finlayson says gay slur ban comments are misconstrued
After being banned for a homophobic slur against an opponent, Port Adelaide's Jeremy Finlayson says his comments venting frustration were aimed at himself.
AFL won’t appeal tribunal call on Charlie Cameron
The AFL believed Charlie Cameron should have received a suspension for his tackle on Jake Lever but won't appeal the tribunal's call to downgrade it to a fine.
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.
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.