Fagan says poor goalkicking is no issue for the Lions
The Brisbane Lions kicked only 6-14 in the second half in their tense win over Sydney, but their coach Chris Fagan remains unfazed.
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Carlton coach wants more support for captain Cripps
Carlton coach Michael Voss says Brownlow medallist Patrick Cripps has had a rough month but can't be expected to revive the struggling Blues by himself.
Swans’ Wicks banned, Jarrod Berry report thrown out
Brisbane's Jarrod Berry is free to face St Kilda after his match day rough conduct report was thrown out but Sydney's Sam Wicks copped a two-match striking ban.
Greene stars, Giants stun Dockers in AFL thumping
Captain Toby Greene and key forward Jake Riccardi have fired GWS to a commanding 70-point victory over Fremantle to give their finals hopes a huge boost.
Inspired Tigers beat Saints in Cotchin’s 300th game
Richmond have fought past St Kilda by 20 points to salute former skipper Trent Cotchin in his 300th game and remain in touch with the AFL top eight.
Knee injury not behind Saint Steele’s struggles: Lyon
St Kilda captain Jack Steele struggled against Richmond but coach Ross Lyon is adamant he's not carrying a knee injury.
‘Storm’ passes for Carlton after smashing Gold Coast
Carlton have ended a six-game AFL losing streak and eased pressure on coach Michael Voss by smashing Gold Coast at the MCG by 59 points
Suns coach Dew laments missed opportunity at MCG
Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew has backed his Suns to respond from an MCG horror show as they continue their push for a maiden finals appearance.
Bulldogs backs down injured in win over Kangaroos
Liam Jones and Tim O'Brien were injured before halftime as Cody Weightman kicked six goals in the Western Bulldogs' 21-point win over North Melbourne.
Dogs’ star Naughton to stay forward despite injuries
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge will look to his reserves to fill holes in defence after losing key backs Liam Jones and Tim O'Brien to injuries.
Demons hopeful Oliver, Petty can return to face Cats
Melbourne are not willing to declare Clayton Oliver a certain starter to face Geelong after the star midfielder spent almost a week in hospital.
SA push for Barossa Valley game in next Gather Round
South Australian Premier Peter Malinauskas will push for the Barossa Valley to host a Gather Round game next year.
McQualter to reassess Tigers role after Lyon battle
Richmond caretaker Andrew McQualter will engage in a battle of wits with former mentor Ross Lyon before determining whether he wants the Tigers job full-time.
No negotiations on Hobart stadium deal: new AFL boss
Incoming AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon says Tasmania's slated entry into the league in 2028 could be pushed back if stadium construction is delayed.
Barry Cable’s AFL honours in doubt after abuse finding
The lawyer for a woman repeatedly sexually abused as a child by Barry Cable has called for the legendary footballer to be stripped of his honours.
Tigers’ Pickett set to return after AFL bye
Richmond's Marlion Pickett will sit out the clash with St Kilda after being granted bail by a Perth court but will be free to play in the AFL's round 16.
Football legend Barry Cable abused girl, judge finds
A judge has awarded $818,700 to a woman who was repeatedly sexually abused as a child by legendary footballer Barry Cable in the 1960s and 70s.
Richmond’s Mansell loses appeal against three-match ban
Richmond's Rhyan Mansell has failed to get his three-match suspension for rough conduct reduced at the AFL appeals board.
Giants, Dockers still chasing AFL finals dream
GWS and Fremantle are both hoping to give their AFL finals hopes a shot in the arm when they do battle at Giants Stadium on Saturday.
Fire still burns for Tigers’ milestone man Cotchin
Richmond triple-premiership captain Trent Cotchin says he still possesses the "inner willingness to compete" as he prepares for his 300th AFL game.
Sydney stars Heeney, Franklin out of crunch Lions clash
Injury-plagued Sydney have lost stars Isaac Heeney and Lance Franklin to injury ahead of facing Brisbane, in a blow to their hopes of bouncing back into form.
Dangerfield in hospital after Geelong’s loss to Port
Geelong's Patrick Dangerfield has been sent to hospital after Port Adelaide downed the reigning premiers by 38 points to climb to top spot on the AFL ladder.
Collapsed lung, cracked rib for Geelong’s Dangerfield
Geelong are counting the cost of their loss to Port Adelaide, with scans revealing a collapsed lung and cracked rib for captain Patrick Dangerfield.
Akermanis urges Fagan to turbo-charge Lions midfield
Brisbane great Jason Akermanis has applauded Chris Fagan's "gentle" selection approach, but urged the coach to maximise the talent of Cam Rayner and Zac Bailey.
Nick Larkey inks long-term AFL deal with Kangaroos
Key forward Nick Larkey has signed with North Melbourne until the end of 2029, opting against exercising his free agency options next year.
Carlton legend Walls backs under-fire Blues coach Voss
Critics of under-fire Carlton coach Michael Voss should "shut up", says Blues legend Robert Walls.
Pickett welcomed back into Tigers fold
Dual Richmond premiership player Marlion Pickett has resumed training with the AFL club after facing a Perth court this week.
Rich, Gunston dropped in Lions’ AFL ‘circuit-breaker’
Brisbane Lions' veteran pair Jack Gunston and Daniel Rich won't play AFL or VFL this weekend, opting instead to put in a 'circuit-breaking' training block.
Port Adelaide expecting Geelong’s premiership best
Geelong have endured an inconsistent premiership defence but Port Adelaide are bracing for the Cats' absolute best in a showdown at Adelaide Oval.
Former AFL stars may merge concussion damage lawsuits
Former AFL players, including Ty Zantuck, Liam Picken and Max Rooke, may have their concussion damage lawsuits against the league and clubs brought together.
Port Adelaide captain Jonas to remain in reserves
High-flying Port Adelaide will resist the urge to recall captain Tom Jonas even after the defender put in a best-on-ground display for the club's SANFL team.