Bombers’ Ridley recovering well after Junior Rioli hit
Essendon feared Jordan Ridley would miss multiple matches because of concussion but the defender is recovering well after he was struck by Junior Rioli.
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Clarkson unloads on Hawthorn, panel over racism saga
Alastair Clarkson has launched an extraordinary tirade against his former club Hawthorn, describing their handling of the racism saga as "shameful".
Response to Buddy booing proves we’re growing: Longmire
Sydney coach John Longmire has been heartened by the AFL community's response to last weekend's booing of Lance Franklin.
Eagles coach Simpson backs Jack Darling to the hilt
West Coast forward Jack Darling has endured a forgettable season, but coach Adam Simpson is backing the premiership forward to get out of his slump.
Parish joins Bombers’ casualty list for Lions AFL clash
A calf injury to Darcy Parish has added to Essendon's woes while ex-cricketer James O'Donnell will debut just 35 days after signing with the Western Bulldogs.
Controversial van Rooyen AFL ban thrown out on appeal
Melbourne's Jacob van Rooyen is free to play this weekend after the AFL Appeals Board overturned a two-game ban he'd copped for striking.
Eagles on guard for Suns grass-muncher Rowell
West Coast will be on alert for star Suns midfielders Matt Rowell and Noah Anderson when the teams meet in round nine at Optus Stadium.
Cats to carefully manage Patrick Dangerfield’s return
Geelong will carefully manage captain Patrick Dangerfield's return from a hamstring injury, planning to hold him back from playing even when he is ready.
Lions coach Fagan feels ‘slandered’ by racism saga
A day after Alastair Clarkson unloaded on the AFL's racism investigation at Hawthorn, Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan says he feels "slandered" by the process.
Carlton coach dismisses ‘obsessive’ finals expectations
Carlton coach Michael Voss says talk about the Blues' finals chances is not worth having in round eight as they prepare to take on a cautious Western Bulldogs.
Suns crunch hapless Eagles in Friday night fizzer
Gold Coast have piled on eight goals to one in the second quarter to post a 70-point win over West Coast at Optus Stadium.
Fagan’s Lions wary of under-strength Essendon
Essendon head to the Gabba missing a stack of injured talent but Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says the Lions have learnt to be beware of a depleted opponent.
Ex-Bulldog Dunkley offers blueprint to contain Cripps
Josh Dunkley may have offered his former teammates at the Western Bulldogs the perfect blueprint for shutting down Carlton's Patrick Cripps.
Demons to appeal Jacob van Rooyen striking ban
Melbourne believe Jacob van Rooyen's two-match striking ban for a spoil challenges the fabric of the game and will contest it at the AFL appeals board.
Former AFL boss Demetriou backs Northern Territory club
Former AFL boss Andrew Demetriou is a "big fan" of the Northern Territory's bid to become the competition's 20th club.
Nixon accused of kneeing cop while in court for assault
Police are investigating after ex-AFL player agent Ricky Nixon allegedly kneed a cop in court while appearing over claims he threw a mail package at a man.
AFL, Warner Bros. to reach solution about Devils name
Tasmania's new AFL team will likely be called the Devils after Warner Bros. reached out to the league to find a "happy solution" over the commercial copyright.
Magpies ‘classy’ club for Franklin apology: Swans’ Cox
Sydney assistant coach Dean Cox has congratulated Collingwood for swiftly reacting to the bizarre booing of Swans champion Lance Franklin.
Dees consider appealing AFL Tribunal ban on van Rooyen
AFL Tribunal chairman Jeff Gleeson says Jacob van Rooyen should have foreseen his spoiling attempt would have resulted in a forceful blow to his opponent.
Port condemns racist abuse of Junior Rioli
Port Adelaide's Junior Rioli is the latest Indigenous player to be targeted by online racial abuse in an incident condemned by his AFL club.
Support for Dees’ van Rooyen in AFL tribunal challenge
Melbourne forward Jacob van Rooyen has support from rival clubs as he prepares to challenge a two-match striking ban at the AFL tribunal.
Broad has sympathy for AFL rivals over tackle bans
Richmond's Nathan Broad received a four-match AFL ban over a dangerous tackle but feels sorry for players who are suspended in unlucky circumstances.
Rioli sent to AFL tribunal, faces hefty striking ban
Port Adelaide forward Junior Rioli has been sent directly to the AFL tribunal, where three other players will challenge bans handed out in round eight.
Missing finals wouldn’t make Blues a failure: Cerra
Expectations are high at inconsistent Carlton but midfielder Adam Cerra is adamant the Blues don't need to play finals to give their AFL season a pass mark.
AFL, Magpies, Swans denounce fans who booed Franklin
The AFL has joined Collingwood and Sydney in condemning Magpie fans who booed Lance Franklin, saying there is no place in the game for their behaviour.
Hinkley hails Port’s toughness after pipping Essendon
Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley says his players are growing in confidence after edging Essendon by five points for yet another comeback victory.
Magpie fans boo Franklin, leaving Longmire bemused
Collingwood fans have booed AFL great Lance Franklin as the Magpies broke clear in the last quarter to beat Sydney at the MCG.
Fagan slams ‘prejudicial’ reports in Hawks’ racism saga
Brisbane coach Chris Fagan has slammed prejudicial reporting about the claims of alleged racism during his time at Hawthorn.
Snapshot for round eight of the AFL season
A snapshot of round eight of the AFL season as Patrick Dangerfield went down injured, Richmond snapped a losing streak and Josh Dunkley dominated for Brisbane.
Lions’ defensive ‘truck’ Payne only getting started
Brisbane co-captain Harris Andrews has hailed the influence of breakout defender Jack Payne in the Lions' in-form backline.
AFL issues lifetime bans in ongoing racism battle
Nine AFL supporters have been banned for life under a new zero-tolerance approach to racist behaviour at the football and on social media.