Magpie Adams out of AFL prelim with hamstring strain
A hamstring strain has forced Collingwood vice-captain Taylor Adams out of the AFL preliminary final, with the midfielder looming as a finals heartbreak story.
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Snapshot of Carlton’s AFL semi-final win over Melbourne
A look at Carlton's two-point AFL semi-final win over Melbourne at the MCG that booked a spot in the preliminary final against the Brisbane Lions.
Key pair to bolster Blues’ attack in preliminary final
Sam Docherty is confident about his shoulder, while Harry McKay and Jack Martin are set to return for Carlton in their AFL preliminary final against Brisbane.
Port lesser light set for pivotal role against GWS
A week after shutting down Brisbane ace Lachie Neale, Port Adelaide's unheralded Willem Drew is set to face another big task against GWS in their semi-final.
Walsh stars as Blues beat Demons in AFL finals epic
Carlton are through to an AFL preliminary final against the Brisbane Lions after beating Melbourne by two points in a thriller at the MCG.
Tigers great Cotchin backs McQualter for coaching job
Now consulting to the NBL's South East Melbourne Phoenix, Richmond AFL legend Trent Cotchin says Andrew McQualter can return the Tigers to finals contention.
Demons overlook Ben Brown but Grundy remains a chance
Melbourne big Brodie Grundy is a chance to be the sub in the AFL semi-final against Carlton, while Port Adelaide have received good news on the injury front.
Fit-again Gunston has calming effect on Brisbane Lions
Jack Gunston's return to fitness will be beneficial to the Brisbane Lions' AFL premiership charge, whether the forward is selected or not.
Blues up for AFL finals fight against under-fire Demons
Melbourne have come in for heavy criticism ahead of their AFL semi-final against Carlton but Michael Voss has warned his in-form Blues to expect a tough battle.
Hardwick rules out Martin reunion at Suns in 2024
Newly minted Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick has put a line through trying to bring Richmond superstar Dustin Martin with him to the Suns.
Blues’ Cripps primed for semi-final clash with Dees
Despite some concerns, Michael Voss says Carlton captain Patrick Cripps is fully fit and raring to go in the AFL semi-final clash with Melbourne at the MCG.
Essendon geared up for shot at AFLW heavyweight Crows
Essendon take on Adelaide for the first time when they clash in the AFLW's round three, with both sides eager to maintain their perfect start to 2023.
Port coach denies punt on injured players for GWS final
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley has issued a thinly-veiled barb at GWS while denying he will gamble on injured players in their Adelaide Oval semi-final.
Schache sub for Demons’ AFL semi-final against Carlton
Josh Schache has played just two AFL games this season but has been called in as the sub for Melbourne's semi-final against Carlton.
Coniglio’s return means a tough GWS selection call
GWS star onballer Stephen Coniglio will return from his eye injury for Saturday night's away semi-final against Port Adelaide.
AFL mull rule change after Maynard cleared by tribunal
Brayden Maynard is free to play in next week's preliminary final but the AFL will ponder a rule change after the Collingwood man was cleared of rough conduct.
Port’s Dixon raises hopes of comeback in semi-final
Port Adelaide midfielder Connor Rozee says key forward Charlie Dixon will be a big chance of returning from a foot injury in the semi-final against GWS.
Demons skipper Gawn fit for AFL semi-final: Goodwin
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin insists captain Max Gawn will be fit to face Carlton in their AFL semi-final, but refused to confirm whether he has a toe injury.
Collingwood’s Brayden Maynard cleared at AFL Tribunal
Collingwood defender Brayden Maynard is free to play in his team's preliminary final next week after escaping suspension for his collision with Angus Brayshaw.
Waiting game will test Lions’ maturity: McCluggage
Brisbane's patience will be tested during the week off the club earned ahead of an AFL preliminary final against either Carlton or Melbourne.
Rising Port can challenge Lions in AFLW: Houghton
Gun Port Adelaide forward Gemma Houghton believes her young AFLW side can threaten Brisbane after showing their improvement against Adelaide.
Settled Lions ‘ready’ thanks to seven-year AFL journey
Brisbane's progression has left coach Chris Fagan confident they're ready to make the most of a fifth-straight AFL finals appearance.
McStay takes his moment in Magpies’ big finals win
Collingwood forward Daniel McStay fought through a difficult opening to the qualifying to produce a match-winning cameo during the third term against Melbourne.
McKay hurt as Blues edge Swans in AFL finals thriller
Carlton have held off a late challenge from Sydney to win an enthralling AFL elimination final by six points but lost key forward Harry McKay to injury.
Port task to stop Cameron ‘lighting up Gabba’ in 200th
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley believes his backline's spread of speed can curb Charlie Cameron in the Brisbane Lions flyer's 200th AFL game.
MCG stage has Saints, Giants buzzing for finals battle
St Kilda will host a final against GWS in front of about 65,000 at the MCG, with the Giants confident their form is better than the last time they were there.
GWS powers into semi-finals with MCG win over St Kilda
GWS, who finished 16th in 2022, are through to a semi-final after overcoming St Kilda by 24 points in a high-scoring elimination final at the MCG.
Six-goal Stanton leads Suns slaughter of Eagles
A spectacular six-goal performance from milestone player Jamie Stanton has inspired Gold Coast to a record-breaking 73-point win over a hapless West Coast.
Key forward Davidson steers Lions past Port in AFLW
Brisbane have made amends for their AFLW opening-round loss by easily accounting for Port Adelaide by 50 points, with key forward Dakota Davidson starring.
Scheer class helps Cats fight off surging Swans
A hat-trick from Jackie Parry and five goals by Chloe Scheer have helped Geelong beat the hard-working Swans by 27 points at North Sydney Oval.
Snapshot of the Giants’ AFL elimination final win
A look at Greater Western Sydney's 24-point AFL elimination final win over St Kilda at the MCG that booked the Giants' spot in a semi-final.