The AFL says a high-tech entry screen system was alerted when guns were allegedly smuggled into the MCG’s Carlton-Collingwood clash but security guards failed to carry out a manual search.
After Thursday night’s bump on Lachie Fogarty, will Collingwood recruit Dan Houston be available for his first Anzac Day blockbuster against Essendon? Here’s the latest.
Collingwood fielded the oldest side in AFL/VFL history against the Blues on Friday night – but the scoreboard and Craig McRae say there is nothing wrong with that. Follow all the daily news.
Carlton’s season is slipping away after another fadeout – and the stats are damning. So, SCOTT GULLAN asks, where will the blowtorch turn now?
After two successive drubbings, Demons coach Simon Goodwin revealed his players were forced to endure an honesty session. How much impact will that have when they face the Cats?
As loyal as they come, Harry Cunningham has been one of the key stalwarts in Sydney Swans’ history. He charts his journey to 200 AFL games with LACHLAN MCKIRDY.
Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks has revealed the Crows used the vision of Sam Draper’s ‘duck dive’ to motivate the side ahead of their victory over Essendon.
Could it really happen again to the Bombers? With five games left this season, finals looks no certainty, but they remain bullish that they are a better side than the one that capitulated in 2023.
Hawthorn are on the rise and a big reason why is their back six. GLENN McFARLANE chats with one of their guns, and JAY CLARK looks at the numbers behind their miserly defence.
Luke Jackson’s laidback and nonchalant personality is disarming. Ahead of Fremantle’s clash with Melbourne, the 22-year-old tells ELIZA REILLY how he’s evolved as a footballer and forward since he left the Dees.
When — or if — Dustin Martin will run out in Tigers colours remains up in the air. JON RALPH has the latest on the Richmond star’s clouded future.
Swans assistant Dean Cox was linked to the vacant West Coast coaching role, and now, he has informed the flag favourites of his decision.
There was plenty to unpack after a thrilling Friday night contest at Marvel Stadium. Check out our three big SuperCoach takeaways.
The Crows were battered, bruised then looked down and out. Then somehow found a way to win, leaving coach Matthew Nicks beaming with pride.
After a week of chaos with tackling, appeals and tribunals, the AFL is set to review the highly-debated MRO as confusion reigns across the competition.
GWS star Tom Green has unloaded on the MRO and AFL tribunal, saying the crackdown on tackling is a ‘disgrace’ and that the league ‘is protecting themselves from a lawsuit in 30 years’.
Attempts to protect players have instead infantilised them and threaten to ruin footy. It’s time for an honest look at what the game really means to fans and its willing participants, writes former Swan BRANDON JACK.
Rugby League’s head honcho Peter V’landys has been at the forefront of innovation in Australian sport. That’s why one AFL club boss is calling on the league to follow his example.
With six weeks left and SuperCoach finals on the horizon, several of our experts are planning to risk it all for glory. See what they have planned for round 19 — including a big Matt Rowell call — here.
Andrew Dillon’s Brave New World is here, and it’s not just about the heavy cloud of future litigation, it’s also about the pain of concussed former players and their families, writes Mark Robinson.
Carlton has two father-son prospects this year, but looks set to hit the jackpot with another gun in 2026. Plus, the top-five pick who has been labelled a ‘future club captain’ and the dual-sport star with a decision to make.
Carlton coach Michael Voss will make more changes if his side is unable to correct its course after two consecutive defeats.
Harrison Jones has endured an injury-hit run during his time at Essendon. But deployed as a wingman by coach Brad Scott in the past months, the young Bomber is finally thriving and on the cusp of securing his long-term future.
There is some promising talent on the way in the 2026 draft, including father-sons and academy guns. And some famous names will have a decision to make. Here is who to keep tabs on.
As some players prepare to lead their team into September, others are playing for their careers in the final five weeks of the season. Our experts deliver the verdict on every out-of-contract player.
West Coast mentor Jarrad Schofield thinks the laws around tackling are clear, but said it was difficult for players to make that call in the heat of battle.
The Adelaide Crows have dodged the question over whether they can play four talls, resting talisman Taylor Walker for their clash with Essendon. See the full SA teams news.
Collingwood is gambling on Dan McStay to help shore up its premiership defence while Essendon coach Brad Scott has made a call on Peter Wright. See the full teams.
Both Toby Bedford and Charlie Cameron have had their three-match bans overturned on technicalities after clubs lawyers successfully argued against their suspensions.
Two months ago, finals seemed an obvious destination for the Bombers, now they’re back in the pack. So what are the best and worst-case scenarios, and what is most likely to happen?
