Dees broken, season done – is Goodwin’s time up too?
By half time against Essendon, Melbourne’s season wasn’t just on life support, time of death had been called, writes JON RALPH. And the Demons have a big call to make on their coach.
By half time against Essendon, Melbourne’s season wasn’t just on life support, time of death had been called, writes JON RALPH. And the Demons have a big call to make on their coach.
The Bulldogs were in control at Norwood Oval on Saturday – then Eric Hipwood and the Lions flicked the switch, resulting in one of the games of the season.
The Blues may finally be on the board in 2025 but plenty of unanswered questions remain after the win over the Eagles – none bigger than the one now hanging over Tom De Koning.
Eric Hipwood had one touch in the first half, but come full time he had five goals to his name as the Lions managed a 10-goal turnaround in the second half.
Barossa Park’s first AFL match was a raging success – and everything premier Peter Malinauskas imagined. Matt Turner and Ruby Stewart recap an historic day in Adelaide.
Port Adelaide faces a major challenge with the loss of Zak Butters but is confident in its depth to cover the superstar’s absence.
West Coast Eagles co-captain Liam Duggan says he’d gladly make way in the club’s midfield if it meant securing one of the competition’s brightest young players.
As Tom Hawkins prepares to sit in the stands for the first time in almost 20 years, the retired star has delivered his verdict on the Cats’ hopes for 2025 and why a veteran trio are “still clearly” the keys.
Taking part in a SuperCoach draft? To help you decide who to pick – and when – our expert The Phantom has delivered his top 50 player rankings for 2025.
At loggerheads with the board, Northern Bullants coach Rohan ‘Woosher’ Welsh is undecided if he will continue at the VFL standalone club.
Brisbane star Zac Bailey has sent a warning to the competition and SuperCoaches after he observed a stellar performance from a teammate in pre-season.
Where do the Crows play Dan Curtin? Do the Power pick Ryan Burton or Jeremy Finlayson? Will Sid Draper debut? Simeon Thomas-Wilson addresses each side’s burning selection questions.
The AFL Players Association boss says the new player support group is a partner, not a rival, amid calls for greater assistance.
Essendon fans had resigned themselves to a long, painful season in 2025, but under Tuesday night lights in Geelong there was proof that there may be plenty to cheer for in some young stars.
Josh Rachele is in doubt for Adelaide’s last pre-season hitout after a training injury scare. MATT TURNER has the latest Crows news, including a round 1 bolter.
Adelaide’s search for a long-term successor to Reilly O’Brien has hit a huge hurdle, with SA product Sam Draper determined to stay in Melbourne and ink a new Essendon deal.
As chaos engulfed the Demons in 2024, skipper Max Gawn took on a heavy load. The legendary ruckman tells Jay Clark, he’d do it a lot differently if he had his time again.
The Hawks had fallen off a cliff by 2004. 20 years later, they’re considered one of the most dominant clubs of the millennium. Chris Cavanagh picks out their best team this century.
Jack Martin and several other AFL listed Cats were in action in a VFL curtain-raiser, and a host of familiar names from the Geelong region shone. See the full notes here.
The pressure is well and truly on at the Dogs. Who’s going to help Luke Beveridge’s side climb the mountain again? Glenn McFarlane and Jon Ralph rate every Dog.
There’s a new fixture to look forward to on the AFL calendar. Jay Clark has the details on ‘Jim’s Game’, a celebration of the life and legacy of Melbourne legend Jim Stynes.
A fresh independent support group for past players have been left disappointed after the AFL refused their invitation to attend an official event. See what was said here.
Justin Longmuir’s new deal with Fremantle may seem convoluted, but the unique arrangement couldn’t be more simple, writes Eliza Reilly. However long he lasts is entirely up to him.
Adelaide is weighing up a play for Sam Draper, while a highly-rated young Cat and Hawks midfielder are set to bide their time on contract talks. Jon Ralph has the trade latest.
As second favourites to win the flag, Hawthorn has lost the ‘surprise packet’ factor of last year. But one of their stars is adamant they can handle heightened expectations.
Adelaide trumpeted the additions of four new leaders in 2024. Three of them are now gone a year later. Basically, the Crows got it wrong.
Last year’s VFL stand-alone carnival featured Werribee newcomer Riley Bice, who went on to be drafted by Sydney. Who are the prospects to watch this Saturday? The coaches have their say.
Draft expert Lekdog joined 11 other veteran SuperCoaches for a mock draft as the pre-season began. He unpacks what he learned and the keys you need to dominate your draft.
After a long delay, the AFL has released fixtures for the 2025 VFL and VFLW seasons, but arrangements for TV coverage for the men’s competition have yet to be finalised.
Brisbane’s Zac Bailey has overcome an injury niggle and declared himself stronger and fitter ahead of the Lions’ push for back-to-back premierships.
