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.
The good news keeps rolling for the prelim bound Brisbane Lions with their co-captain and ‘chief’ Harris Andrews signing a major contract extension this week.
Geelong has made an early selection call on Tom Hawkins and Cam Guthrie ahead of Saturday’s preliminary final clash with Brisbane, but one more big decision remains up in the air.
Brisbane Lions father-son prospect Levi Ashcroft is vying for a historic feat as he prepares to lead the Sandringham Dragons to another Grand Final. But he’s not the only top draft prospect who will be in action.
After a shaky start to the 2024 season, the Lions have now win three games on the trot, after dismantling the lowly Bulldogs in Springfield on Wednesday night.
Isaac Heeney wanted to be a fullback for Newcastle, now he’s set to play game 200 for the Swans in a home preliminary final. Heeney says he’s ready to lead by example on Friday night.
Sydney’s season has already been a success on the field after finishing top of the ladder and making their way to a home preliminary final — and they’re flying off the field as well.
Three Eagles have been delisted, while Jack Darling has officially asked out. Mark Duffield writes, it’s just the start ahead of the powerhouse club finding its next coach.
Carlton CEO Brian Cook is back to work after dealing with a nasty blood infection that had previously afflicted him after making the climb to Mt Everest base camp.
Tom Hawkins’ determined pursuit to get back from injury has been gutsy and inspiring for his teammates. But the eye and the numbers clearly outline which way the Cats should go.
AFL Integrity has warned Essendon to be vigilant over who it allows into its change rooms after concerns were raised about players’ associates.
Melbourne’s best and fairest is early next month, but Christian Petracca won’t be there. JAY CLARK explains why, plus the star Dee touches on the ‘robust discussions’ he’s had with the club.
Jack Darling has officially requested a move to North Melbourne in 2025 and beyond. How will a deal get done? JON RALPH has more.
After throwing away 20-plus leads at the final change of consecutive finals, GWS are licking their wounds. LACHLAN McKIRDY delves into the Giants’ season and what comes next.
Too old. Not tactically aware. The critics have come for Brisbane coach Chris Fagan this year. CALLUM DICK explains why the Lions coach deserves credit for the club’s recovery from mid-season malaise to a preliminary final.
The AFLW’s compressed fixture has been labelled “cruel” and “unfair” by a former All-Australian, as the Magpies count the cost of some critical injuries at a crucial point of the season.
The footy world erupted after an on-field clash between Ken Hinkley and Hawthorn players, Port’s mentor says the club has ‘moved on’ and is desperate to break through to a grand final.
Just one player is left in Geelong’s forward line from the 2020 grand final. And the style of Chris Scott’s team is just as unrecognisable. Here’s how they pulled together a rag tag attack.
Geelong has emerged as a surprise suitor for delisted Blues forward Jack Martin, who has also fielded interest from Western Australia and Queensland clubs.
They are said to be the games for footy’s purists — and preliminary finals have delivered some of the greatest moments of the modern era. JAKE GARLAND ranks the 10 best matches.
Melbourne has revealed what its proposed Caulfield Racecourse headquarters will look like as the project took a significant step forward. JAY CLARK has details.
History has been made at West Coast with the appointment of the club’s first female chairperson — and more changes are on the way with several premiership heroes being eyed for key roles.
Tom Stewart, Tom Hawkins, Cam Guthrie and Sam De Koning are all pushing to play against the Lions. Can they all fit in? Who goes out? DAN BATTEN and JOSH BARNES have their say.
Geelong’s Jed Bews has only played four games in 2024 after biding his time in the VFL. After breaking back in by round 20, Bews opens up on his journey ahead of Saturday’s prelim against Brisbane.
After a player exodus followed last year’s grand final defeat, Werribee’s long wait for a VFL premiership was tipped to extend further. Yet new coach Jimmy Allan has worked wonders in a brilliant Bees return, writes PAUL AMY.
For almost 20 years, the Cats have been a beacon of excellence for the rest of the AFL to marvel at. But how do they do it? Scott Gullan investigates how they stay in the premiership hunt.
