Update:
Former Adelaide Crows captain Rory Sloane has announced his retirement from AFL, ending a remarkable career that spanned 255 games and 16 years with the club.
Sloane’s decision comes after he underwent eye surgery for a detached retina during the pre-season, marking the second time he’s had to undergo such a procedure. Concerns about the potential risk to his vision led to his retirement, despite being physically fit and mentally prepared to return to the field.
In his retirement statement, Sloane expressed gratitude for his time at Adelaide, highlighting the special moments he experienced both on and off the field. His contributions to the club included two best and fairest awards, an All Australian selection in 2016, and being named the AFLPA’s Most Courageous Player in 2017.
Adelaide Crows coach Matthew Nicks praised Sloane’s leadership, positivity, and care for others, emphasizing his impact both on and off the field. The Crows community will miss Sloane’s presence, along with his family, and wishes them all the best for the future.
Sloane’s retirement marks the end of an era for Adelaide, as they bid farewell to a player who exemplified courage, resilience, and dedication throughout his illustrious career.
Original post:
Adelaide Crows’ veteran Rory Sloane is facing speculation about his future in football as concerns mount over a significant eye injury that could have lasting repercussions.
Channel 9’s Tom Morris recently shed light on this development during The Footy Furnace, indicating that those close to the 34-year-old foresee a possible retirement at the end of the current season.
Morris remarked, “There are people around Rory Sloane now who do expect him to retire. The reason is this eye injury is potentially got a debilitating effect on the rest of his life and there’s a view from people around Rory that is it worth the risk, of playing potentially SANFL and risking his eyesight for the rest of his life.”
While no official announcement has been made, Sloane’s absence from physical contact during training and his use of protective goggles have raised concerns about the severity of his condition.
The injury, a detached retina, has been described by Sloane himself as a challenging ordeal. In a candid Instagram post, he likened the process of treating it to a delicate restoration task, involving injections and a gas bubble to ensure the retina remains in place.
Sloane’s career has been marked by resilience and determination, earning him recognition as a key player for the Crows. However, his recent string of injuries, including the eye issue and a previous ACL tear in 2022, has cast doubt on his ability to continue playing at the highest level.
Having played 255 games for Adelaide since his debut in 2008, Sloane’s potential retirement would mark the end of an era for the club and its fans. His contributions, both on and off the field, have made him a respected figure in the AFL community.
As Sloane navigates this challenging phase in his career, the football world watches with admiration and hopes for the best possible outcome for the courageous midfielder.
Adelaide
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Sam Berry | Foot | Test |
| Jordan Butts | Hamstring | Test |
| Wayne Milera | Knee | Season |
| Nick Murray | Knee | 4-6 weeks |
| Lachlan Murphy | Knee | Test |
| Patrick Parnell | Shoulder | Season |
| Harry Schoenberg | Achilles | Test |
| Rory Sloane | Detached retina | TBA |
| Brodie Smith | Back | Test |
| Riley Thilthorpe | Knee | 9-11 weeks |
Latest Update: April 23
Brisbane
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Callum Ah Chee | Hamstring | TBA |
| Will Ashcroft | Knee | TBA |
| Zac Bailey | Ankle | 4-5 weeks |
| Keidean Coleman | ACL | Season |
| Tom Doedee | Knee | Season |
| Oscar McInerney | Concussion | TBA |
| Carter Michael | Knee | 3-4 weeks |
| Deven Robertson | Shoulder | 4 weeks |
| Zane Zakostelsky | Groin | 1 week |
Latest Update: April 26
Carlton
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Dom Akuei | Concussion | Test |
| Matt Carroll | Groin | Indefinite |
| Adam Cerra | Hamstring | 1 week |
| David Cuningham | Calf | 1 week |
| Sam Docherty | ACL | Season |
| Lachie Fogarty | Hand | TBA |
| Caleb Marchbank | Back | TBA |
| Jack Martin | Hamstring | 2-3 weeks |
| Mitch McGovern | Hamstring | 1-2 weeks |
| Jesse Motlop | Hamstring | 3-4 weeks |
| Adam Saad | Hamstring | 5 weeks |
| Jack Silvagni | Knee | Season |
| Billy Wilson | Concussion | Test |
| Jacob Weitering | Cork | Test |
| Zac Williams | Achilles | Test |
Latest Update: April 23
Collingwood
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Harry DeMattia | Finger | Test |
| Josh Eyre | Hamstring | 4 weeks |
| Nathan Kreuger | Calf | Test |
| Daniel McStay | Knee | TBA |
| Jakob Ryan | Hand | Test |
| Oscar Steene | Toe | 12 weeks |
Latest Update: April 26
Essendon
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Kaine Baldwin | Foot | 8 weeks |
| Matt Guelfi | Calf | Test |
| Jaiden Hunter | Knee | Season |
| Harry Jones | Nose | TBA |
| Jye Menzie | Shoulder | 2-3 weeks |
| Archie Perkins | Hamstring | 1-2 weeks |
| Zach Reid | Hamstring | 2-3 weeks |
| Jordan Ridley | Quad | 4 weeks |
| Will Setterfield | Knee | 2 weeks |
Latest Update: April 26
Fremantle
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Jye Amiss | Concussion | TBA |
| Josh Corbett | Hip | Season |
| Brennan Cox | Leg | 8-10 weeks |
| Michael Frederick | Hamstring | Test |
| Sebit Kuek | Knee | Season |
| Oscar McDonald | Knee | 13-17 weeks |
| Odin Jones | Concussion | 2 weeks |
| Conrad Williams | Foot | 1-2 weeks |
| Sam Switkowski | Concussion | Test |
Latest Update: April 23
Geelong
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Mitch Edwards | Back | 3-4 weeks |
| Phoenix Foster | Concussion | TBA |
| Joe Furphy | Ankle | 2 weeks |
| Cam Guthrie | Quad | Available |
| Tom Stewart | Concussion | TBA |
Latest Update: April 23
Gold Coast Suns
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Sandy Brock | Forearm | Test |
| Connor Budarick | Hamstring | 1 week |
| Jy Farrar | Thumb | Test |
| Lloyd Johnston | Hamstring | Test |
| Malcolm Rosas | Hamstring | 7 weeks |
| Lachie Weller | Knee | 12-14 weeks |
Latest Update: April 23
GWS Giants
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Stephen Coniglio | Knee | 1-2 weeks |
| Isaac Cumming | Calf | Test |
| Toby Greene | Suspension | Rd 8 |
| Adam Kennedy | Knee | Indefinite |
| James Leake | Quad | 2-4 weeks |
| Sam Taylor | Concussion | TBA |
| Nathan Wardius | Shin | 2-4 weeks |
Latest Update: April 26
Hawthorn
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Josh Bennetts | Concussion | 1 week |
| James Blanck | ACL | Season |
| Luke Breust | Groin | 1-2 weeks |
| Will Day | Foot fracture | Test |
| Denver Grainger-Barras | Toe | 2-4 weeks |
| Changkuoth Jiath | Quad | 2-3 weeks |
| Mitch Lewis | Hamstring | Test |
| Will McCabe | Back | 7-9 weeks |
| Ned Reeves | Concussion | Test |
| Nick Watson | Ankle | 2-4 weeks |
| Chad Wingard | Achilles | Test |
Latest Update: April 23
Melbourne
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Jake Bowey | Collarbone | 3-4 weeks |
| Jake Melksham | Knee | 7-9 weeks |
| Christian Salem | Hamstring | 3-5 weeks |
| Joel Smith | Misconduct | Indefinite |
| Charlie Spargo | Achilles | 3-4 weeks |
Latest Update: April 25
North Melbourne
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Callum Coleman-Jones | Achilles | Season |
| Kallan Dawson | Ankle | 2-3 weeks |
| Wil Dawson | Shoulder | Test |
| Eddie Ford | Hip | Test |
| Josh Goater | Achilles | Season |
| Cooper Harvey | Syndesmosis | 1 week |
| Griffin Logue | Knee | 6-7 weeks |
| George Wardlaw | Managed | Test |
Latest Update: April 23
Port Adelaide
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Aliir Aliir | Concussion | 1-2 weeks |
| Hugh Jackson | Hip | 7-9 weeks |
| Ollie Lord | Knee/tibia | 2-4 weeks |
| Tom McCallum | Ankle | 2-3 weeks |
| Trent McKenzie | Quad | 3-4 weeks |
| Quinton Narkle | Foot | 6-8 weeks |
| Sam Powell-Pepper | Knee | TBA |
| Connor Rozee | Hamstring | TBA |
| Tom Scully | Calf | Test |
| Josh Sinn | Hip | 1-2 weeks |
Latest Update: April 27
Richmond
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Noah Balta | MCL | 1-2 weeks |
| Jacob Bauer | Hamstring | 2 weeks |
| Judson Clarke | ACL | Season |
| Mate Colina | Back | Long term |
| Liam Fawcett | Back | Long term |
| Josh Gibcus | ACL | Season |
| Tom Lynch | Hamstring | 8-10 weeks |
| Dion Prestia | Hamstring | 2 weeks |
| Jack Ross | Foot | 8 weeks |
| Jayden Short | Calf | 1-2 weeks |
| Tim Taranto | Wrist | 6-8 weeks |
| James Trezise | Ankle | 1-2 weeks |
Latest Update: April 25
St Kilda
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Dan Butler | Hamstring | 4-6 weeks |
| Hunter Clark | Calf | 1 weeks |
| Brad Crouch | Knee | 3 weeks |
| Angus Hastie | Knee | TBA |
| Max Heath | Concussion | TBA |
| Liam Henry | Hamstring | 2-3 weeks |
| Max King | Knee | Test |
| Rowan Marshall | Knee | Test |
| Mason Wood | Concussion/collarbone | 1 week |
| James Van Es | Ankle | Test |
Latest Update: April 27
Sydney
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Harry Arnold | Back | 7-8 weeks |
| Callum Mills | Shoulder | 7-8 weeks |
| Luke Parker | Arm | Test |
| Dane Rampe | Hamstring | 1 week |
| Sam Reid | Quad | 1 week |
Latest Update: April 23
West Coast
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Oscar Allen | Knee | 5-6 weeks |
| Tom Barrass | Suspension | Rd 8 |
| Rhett Bazzo | Groin | 4-5 weeks |
| Luke Edwards | Concussion | Test |
| Matt Flynn | Knee | 3-4 weeks |
| Elijah Hewett | Foot | Mid-season |
| Callum Jamieson | Hamstring | TBA |
Latest Update: April 23
Western Bulldogs
| Name | Injury | Return |
|---|---|---|
| Nick Coffield | Shoulder | 8-10 weeks |
| Tom Liberatore | Concussion | Test |
| Aiden O’Driscoll | Concussion | Indefinite |
| Bailey Smith | Knee | Season |
| Lachie Smith | Knee | Test |
Latest Update: April 23
