Payne management has key Lion in race for prelim
Brisbane Lions defender Jack Payne remains in doubt for the AFL preliminary final, ankle trouble restricting him to light duties at open training.
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Campfire honesty sessions got Blues on track: Cerra
AFL preliminary finalists Carlton are reaping the benefits of the hard conversations had at a mid-season campfire that turned their season around.
Blues are better with maligned McKay: forward coach
He may have struggled with his goal kicking this season but Harry McKay makes the Blues' attack better, insists Carlton forwards coach Ash Hansen.
Andrews sees comparisons in Blues’ 23 AFL finals charge
Brisbane have the chance to end Carlton's finals run in a similar way to how Geelong tamed the Lions in their AFL flag hunt 12 months ago.
Dodoro to step back from key recruiting role at Bombers
Long-time Essendon recruiting boss Adrian Dodoro will "step back" from the role with former West Coast and Gold Coast player Matt Rosa taking over.
Dees outclass Bulldogs to maintain unbeaten AFLW start
Melbourne have kicked away from a gutsy Western Bulldogs outfit to claim a 42-point win and maintain their perfect start to their AFLW premiership defence.
AFL mourns death of legendary player and coach Barassi
Ron Barassi, the first player to be inaugurated into the Australian Football Hall of Fame as a Legend, has died aged 87.
Coniglio inspires GWS to semi-final triumph over Port
Greater Western Sydney have defeated Port Adelaide by 23 points in a semi-final to book a preliminary final against flag favourites Collingwood.
Port coach Hinkley ready for scrutiny after finals flop
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley says he won't be fazed by criticism coming his way after the Power exited the finals in so-called straight sets.
Victoria will offer a state funeral for Ron Barassi
Victorian Premier Daniel Andrews has confirmed the Barassi family will be offered a state funeral for the sporting icon, who has died aged 87.
Massive Brisbane AFL/NRL Saturday double confirmed
Brisbane will host Carlton in a Saturday twilight preliminary final with Collingwood playing GWS on Friday night at the MCG.
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.
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.