In-form Darcy a major challenge for surging Lions
Brisbane star Josh Dunkley says regardless of Norwood Oval's dimensions, Western Bulldogs forward Sam Darcy presents a stern AFL challenge.
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Star Hawthorn midfielder out for up to four months
High-flying Hawthorn have suffered a major blow with star midfielder Will Day to undergo foot surgery and expected to miss up to four months.
Scott accuses AFL of ‘cherry-picking’ umpiring mistakes
Geelong coach Chris Scott has called on the AFL to stop "cherry-picking" umpiring mistakes to comment on following Adelaide's controversial loss.
Rankine in doubt as Crows move on from AFL blunder
All eyes will be on Adelaide star Izak Rankine at Wednesday training as he tries to overcome a calf muscle injury in time for the AFL Gather Round opener.
Allen shows AFL can’t handle NRL-style moves: Marsh
Outgoing AFLPA boss Paul Marsh says the fallout from Oscar Allen's meeting with Sam Mitchell shows there is no incentive for players to announce moves early.
‘We feel helpless’: Dogs coach Beveridge slams AFL
Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has slammed the AFL, saying there is "total confusion" about how to adjudicate tackling.
Adelaide’s dual premiership AFLW coach Clarke to quit
Dual AFLW premiership coach Matthew Clarke will step down as Adelaide's coach at the end of next season.
Brisbane seek to halt poor MCG record against Tigers
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says he'll use his club's seven-game losing streak at the MCG against Richmond as motivation for the club's clash on Saturday.
‘Remorseful’ Allen to continue as Eagles co-captain
Oscar Allen will continue as West Coast co-captain but the Eagles star says he is "remorseful" and "embarrassed" for meeting with Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell.
Cats welcome back Stewart, Mannagh for Demons clash
Defender Tom Stewart and forward Shaun Mannagh will return for Geelong's match against Melbourne, but midfielder Mitch Knevitt is out because of injury.
AFL Tribunal could solve crime problems: Suns coach
Gold Coast coach Damien Hardwick says if the AFL Tribunal was in charge of Australia's courts, it could solve the nation's crime problems.
Power gun Butters, Dees’ Pickett back in AFL round four
Port Adelaide star Zak Butters and Melbourne livewire Kysaiah Pickett headline the high-profile inclusions for round four of the AFL season.
Problem for Houston as Pies give Carlton the blues
Collingwood recruit Dan Houston could be in trouble for a high bump on Lachie Fogarty during the Magpies' hard-fought win over Carlton.
Pies’ Houston hit with another AFL ban over high bump
Dan Houston has been given a two-match suspension after he caught Lachie Fogarty with a high bump during Collingwood's win over arch-rivals Carlton.
Footy fans face tighter security after stadium gun find
Checks will be bolstered at AFL games after a "breakdown" in manual safety checks was blamed for two men allegedly bringing guns into the stadium.
Suns finals ‘cattle’ out to clip the Crows’ feathers
Free-scoring Adelaide pose a huge threat to Gold Coast in an enticing contest between two unbeaten AFL finals hopefuls in round four.
Lions keen to improve AFL starts but Fagan not worried
Brisbane have come from behind to win the first three games of their AFL premiership defence but are hoping for a stronger start against Richmond in round four.
Eagles tell under-fire captain Allen: Don’t be ashamed
West Coast skipper Oscar Allen has come under fire for meeting with a rival coach to discuss a possible trade, but he will remain Eagles captain this year.
Riccardi returns from ban as GWS mull forward mix
GWS forward Jake Riccardi has been recalled after serving his suspension, with coach Adam Kingsley shuffling the magnets for the clash with West Coast.
Dangerfield stars as Geelong keep Demons winless
Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield has starred in the Cats' gritty 39-point win against winless Melbourne at GHMBA Stadium.
Star Petracca walks off frustrated as Demons go 0-4
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has backed Christian Petracca as a "winner" after the star cut a shattered figure as the Demons slumped to 0-4.
Stadium security rethink as guns allegedly smuggled in
A review is under way at a major Australian stadium where security is being beefed up after two men allegedly smuggled firearms into a football match.
Giants wary as ‘energised’ Eagles hunt first win
GWS will boast a stacked attack against an undermanned West Coast defence, but Giants star Tom Green says his side isn't foolish enough to expect a "pushover".
Tense loss: Crows frustrated by pivotal umpire’s call
Matthew Nicks admits he shares fans' frustration after former Suns star Izak Rankine was denied a potential match-winning shot in Adelaide's loss to Gold Coast.
Fans wait, Ashcroft shines as Lions end Richmond hoodoo
Fans faced heightened security measures and Will Ashcroft produced another goal-of-the-year contender as Brisbane put Richmond to the sword at the MCG.
Improving Suns on cusp of ‘something pretty cool’
Gold Coast can hit new heights with a Gather Round win, says Damien Hardwick who has flagged areas of improvement after their one-point win over Adelaide.
Clarkson adamant North improving, despite big AFL loss
North Melbourne captain Jy Simpkin says their 65-point AFL thrashing from Sydney on Saturday night was "the old us".
Bice continues Swans’ rich mature-age recruit tradition
Mature-age recruit Riley Bice shone for Sydney in their 65-point win over North Melbourne with a polished game across half-back.
Crows say AFL confirming umpire mistake is of no use
Adelaide star Izak Rankine was denied a mark or free kick late in the Crows' loss to Gold Coast, and the AFL has conceded the umpires made a mistake.
Lyon’s Saints prevail over ‘poor’ Port Adelaide
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon is proud of his side's spirit in a 17-point away victory against a fast-finishing Port Adelaide.
Kingsley wants more from GWS despite thrashing Eagles
Giants coach Adam Kingsley says his side are far from being a "legitimate finals contender" despite demolishing West Coast by 81 points at home.