Foot issue puts pre-season on hold for Blues’ Docherty
Carlton defender Sam Docherty has undergone foot surgery and will have a delayed preparation for the next AFL season.
Australian rules football
Dogs forward Naughton signs huge AFL deal until 2032
Western Bulldogs forward Aaron Naughton has penned the longest current contract in the AFL, extending his stay at the Whitten Oval until the end of 2032.
Crows defender Doedee wants AFL move to Brisbane
Out-of-contract defender Tom Doedee wants to exercise his AFL free agency options to leave Adelaide for Brisbane.
Swans captaincy in doubt after Mills’ Mad Monday mishap
Sydney captain Callum Mills is 'gutted' to have injured his shoulder in a Mad Monday accident.
Blues’ Walsh named AFL player of the finals
Carlton midfielder Sam Walsh has won the Gary Ayres Award as the best player of the AFL finals after starring for the Blues throughout September.
More Magpies deserve AFL premiership medals: McRae
AFL premiership coach Craig McRae says all Collingwood players who featured during the season deserve medals after the club's grand final triumph.
McQualter expected to join Demons after leaving Punt Rd
After missing out on the Richmond AFL head coaching job to Adem Yze, long-time assistant and former caretaker Andrew McQualter is expected to join Melbourne.
Lynch looking to put his best foot forward for Tigers
Richmond star Tom Lynch will have a delayed start to pre-season as he recovers from a lingering foot injury, but is confident he will be ready for round one.
Boak’s 350 milestone looms as he signs new Port deal
Port Adelaide games record holder Travis Boak will play on next season at Alberton, ending speculation about his future with a one-year deal.
Frozen-out Demons lean on each other as trades loom
Melbourne midfielder James Harmes says he and ruckman Brodie Grundy, who are both likely to seek AFL trades, grew close as they dealt with being frozen out.
Ron Barassi lauded as political leaders line up jibes
Politics and footy merged in a very public way as nervous fans, dignitaries and AFL officials broke bread at an annual pre-grand final breakfast.
Selfless Rich plays spiritual role in Lions’ charge
Daniel Rich won't bow out with a fairytale grand final appearance but the booming left-footer has played a selfless role in Brisbane's charge to the decider.
Hot Pies not fazed by AFL grand final temperature
Near-record temperatures are forecast for Saturday's AFL grand final, which many expect to favour the Brisbane Lions over Collingwood.
Neale’s Brownlow no distraction in Lions’ AFL flag hunt
Brisbane celebrated Lachie Neale becoming a two-time Brownlow medallist but they have a far bigger prize on offer in the AFL grand final against Collingwood.
AFL yet to make a call on ‘Barassi Cup’ for premiers
An ongoing tribute to Australian rules legend Ron Barassi will not be announced until the off-season, the AFL has confirmed.
Magpies soar to bring down Bombers in AFLW
Collingwood have taken out their second win of the season, kicking off men's grand final day with a comfortable 20-point AFLW victory over Essendon.
Raucous Magpie army help Collingwood to flag
Collingwood's irrepressible fans set the soundtrack as the Magpies fought past the Brisbane Lions in a classic AFL grand final at the MCG.
Magpies snare sweet 16th flag after epic grand final
Bobby Hill has kicked a career-best four goals to help Collingwood to a tense four-point win over the Brisbane Lions in an instant classic AFL grand final.
Pendlebury, Sidebottom massive as Magpies prevail
Scott Pendlebury and Steele Sidebottom, the two most experienced players in the grand final were massive as Collingwood held on against the Brisbane Lions.
Electric forward Hill wins Norm Smith in Magpies’ flag
Bobby Hill has written himself into Collingwood folklore by winning a Norm Smith medal with four goals in their epic grand final win over the Brisbane Lions.
Lions’ AFL premiership window wide open, Fagan insists
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan believes this is only the start for the Lions after their heartbreaking four-point AFL grand final defeat to Collingwood.
New baby and a flag as McRae treasures special day
Collingwood coach Craig McRae masterminded the Magpies' first premiership in 13 years just hours after his wife gave birth to his daughter.
Heroic Howe played out AFL decider with broken ribs
After a big bump from Charlie Cameron left him on the ground, Collingwood defender Jeremy Howe overcame three broken ribs to win his first AFL grand final.
Nick Daicos delights in adding to family flag haul
Nick Daicos has erased the disappointment of injury and missing out on the Brownlow Medal by claiming an AFL premiership with Collingwood.
Cox savours becoming second American to win AFL decider
Nine years after being scouted in Texas, Collingwood ruck Mason Cox has become the second American-born AFL premiership player.
Pies plot for more AFL flags after epic grand final
After claiming the AFL premiership, Collingwood have belief they are perfectly placed to handle the chasing pack and push for back-to-back flags.
Heartbroken Lions believe they’re just getting started
Brisbane are hurting from a gut-wrenching AFL grand final loss but the Lions' leaders believe the club can contend for years to come.
Journeyman Markov embraces unique ride to AFL pinnacle
Oleg Markov missed out on AFL premierships at Richmond, was cut after two seasons at Gold Coast but has now grabbed a flag on his AFL lifeline at Collingwood.
Police praise fan behaviour as Magpies bask in AFL flag
Collingwood fans partied into the night after snaring a 16th premiership with a four-point AFL grand final win over Brisbane at the Melbourne Cricket Ground.
Unlucky Adams not forgotten in Magpies’ flag party
Taylor Adams and Daniel McStay missed Collingwood's AFL grand final win over Brisbane through injury but have been lauded by teammates in the aftermath.
Debates rages over contentious advantage in grand final
Brisbane Lions star Hugh McCluggage believes the MCG crowd noise meant Zac Bailey could not have known a crucial free kick was paid in the AFL grand final.