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Cats Crush Lions: 5 Big Talking Points From Geelong v Brisbane
Geelong have done it again. In front of a buzzing MCG crowd, the Cats overpowered Brisbane by 38 points (112–74) to claim yet another home prelim. That makes it 14 preliminary finals in the past [...]
Qualifying Final Preview: Adelaide v Collingwood – Rivalry, Rebuilds and Milestones Collide
It’s finally here. Adelaide Oval is hosting the first qualifying final between the ladder-topping Crows and reigning premiers Collingwood—and you couldn’t ask for a juicier matchup to kick off September. The Context – Rebuild vs [...]
Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera Signs Record $4M Deal With St Kilda, Becoming AFL’s First $2M-a-Year Player
St Kilda has secured the signature of one of the AFL’s brightest stars, with Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera signing a landmark two-year, $4 million extension that cements him as the league’s first $2 million-a-year player. The deal, [...]
Rankine Apologises After Alleged Homophobic Slur as AFL Integrity Probe Begins
Adelaide Crows star Izak Rankine has issued a personal apology after allegedly directing a homophobic slur towards a Collingwood opponent during Saturday night’s clash, with the AFL Integrity Unit now investigating the incident. The alleged [...]
Injury Lists – All AFL Teams
AdelaideNameInjuryReturnLachlan GollantFootTestElliot HimmelbergCheekbone3 weeksWayne MileraKneeSeasonPatrick ParnellShoulderSeasonIzak RankineHamstring2-3 weeksRiley ThilthorpeKnee4-6 weeksTaylor WalkerBackTBAJosh WorrellArm8-10 weeksLatest Update: June 1BrisbaneNameInjuryReturnWill AshcroftKnee5-6 weeksKeidean ColemanACLSeasonTom DoedeeKneeSeasonDarcy GardinerKneeSeasonEric HipwoodSuspensionAvailableLincoln McCarthyKneeSeasonCarter MichaelKneeTestBrandon StarcevichCalf1-2 weeksLatest Update: May 29CarltonNameInjuryReturnMatt CarrollGroin1-2 weeksAdam CerraHamstring3-4 weeksMatt CottrellFoot2-3 weeksDavid [...]
2024 AFL Mid-Season Rookie Draft Selections
The 2024 AFL Mid-Season Rookie Draft unfolded with notable selections and opportunities for young and experienced players alike. Leading the draft, Tasmania Devils forward Geordie Payne was the top pick, scooped up by North Melbourne. [...]
Alastair Clarkson’s rap sheet – full list including latest umpire allegation
Alastair Clarkson has become involved in yet another incident, putting him in danger of a two match suspension from the AFL. This latest incident, in which he is alleged to have verbally abused umpires - [...]
Blues hold steady; Cats big changes – AFL Teams Round 12
PORT ADELAIDE v CARLTON Thursday May 30, 7:30pm at Adelaide Oval POWER B: K. Farrell, E. Ratugolea, B. Zerk-Thatcher HB: M. Bergman, A. Aliir, D. Houston C: T. Boak, O. Wines, W. Drew HF: D. [...]
AFL 2024 Mid-Season Rookie Draft Preview: Predicted Top 10 Picks
The AFL 2024 Mid-Season Rookie Draft is fast approaching, set to take place on May 29. With teams looking to address immediate needs and add depth for the latter part of the season, this draft [...]
Holding the Ball and The AFL’s special umpire training this week
The Australian Football League (AFL) has seen numerous changes to its rules over the years, but few have been as contentious or as frequently debated as the "holding the ball" rule. This rule, which deals [...]
Collingwood’s Injury Ridden Season Continues
Collingwood's AFL season is facing significant challenges due to a growing injury crisis, impacting their squad depth as they prepare for their upcoming clash against the Western Bulldogs. The team's injury woes deepened this week, [...]
AFL Ladder 2024 Round 11
In the latest round of the AFL, the action was as intense as ever with the Swans continuing their formidable run, the Dockers pulling off a dramatic draw, and the Cats facing another [...]
AFL Scores 2024 Round 11
Sydney Swans' Continued Success: The Swans secured another victory over the Western Bulldogs, marking their seventh consecutive win. This consistent performance has placed them at the top of the ladder, signaling a strong [...]
Umpiring Controversies abound in AFL Round 11, 2024
Round 11 of the AFL 2024 season saw umpires in the spotlight, starting with Thursday's game where the Swans defeated the Bulldogs. A controversial 50-metre penalty against Laitham Vandermeer, who was penalized for knocking the [...]
Pies suffer triple blow, Blues star worry – AFL Injury Lists
Adelaide Name Injury Return Elliot Himmelberg Cheekbone TBA Wayne Milera Knee Season Nick Murray Knee 1-2 weeks Patrick Parnell Shoulder Season Luke Pedlar Shoulder Test Izak Rankine Hamstring 3 weeks Riley Thilthorpe Knee 5-7 weeks [...]
Dockers vs Magpies Draw in Round 11
In a dramatic AFL clash at Perth, the Fremantle Dockers staged a remarkable comeback to draw with Collingwood, each team scoring 75 points in a match that will be remembered for its heart-stopping finale. The [...]
Collingwood’s Mason Cox Suffers a Severe Knee Injury
Collingwood's Mason Cox suffered a severe knee injury during a match against Fremantle, casting a shadow over the game and raising concerns about his future in the AFL. The incident occurred as Cox was engaging [...]
AFL Teams round 11, 2024
WESTERN BULLDOGS v SYDNEY SWANS Thursday May 23, 7:30pm at Marvel Stadium BULLDOGS B: L. Bramble, L. Jones, J. O’Donnell HB: T. Duryea, A. Keath, B. Dale C: B. Williams, A. Treloar, J. Harmes HF: [...]
Roos’ Curtis challenges sanction at Tribunal
The North Melbourne Kangaroos' Paul Curtis will submit a written challenge to his sanction for tripping in the Essendon v North Melbourne match on Sunday 19th.
AFL Ladder 2024 Round 10
Round 10 of the 2024 AFL season delivered a series of electrifying clashes that had fans on the edge of their seats. From high-scoring thrillers to closely contested matches, here's a comprehensive look [...]
AFL Scores 2024 Round 10
Round 10 of the 2024 AFL season delivered some unforgettable moments with dramatic finishes and standout performances that shook the leaderboard. Collingwood vs. Adelaide: At the MCG, Collingwood narrowly edged Adelaide in a [...]
AFL Injuries for Round 10 – Blues and Pies lists grow, but rays through the clouds.
Adelaide Name Injury Return Wayne Milera Knee Season Nick Murray Knee 2-3 weeks Patrick Parnell Shoulder Season Luke Pedlar Shoulder 1-2 weeks Izak Rankine Hamstring TBA Riley Thilthorpe Knee 6-8 weeks Josh Worrell Arm 8-12 [...]
Dramatic Finale at MCG Sees Collingwood Edge Out Adelaide Amid Controversial Decision
Controversial Round 10 Match Between Adelaide and Collingwood In a thrilling conclusion to the Collingwood-Adelaide match at the MCG, Izak Rankine's disputed penalty for running too far overshadowed what was otherwise an electrifying AFL showdown. [...]
Sydney Swans Solidify Top Spot with Commanding Win Over Carlton
In an impressive display of football prowess at the SCG, the Sydney Swans surged ahead to solidify their position at the top of the AFL ladder, defeating Carlton by a significant 52 points in the [...]
A-League – Macarthur FC Captain Accused of Yellow Card Betting Scandal
Macarthur FC's captain, Ulises Davila, and teammates Kearyn Baccus and Clayton Lewis, have been arrested for allegedly participating in a betting scheme to manipulate yellow cards. The scandal, believed to be masterminded by Davila's South [...]
Wil Dawson Set for AFL Debut with North Melbourne
North Melbourne is set to unveil its sixth AFL debutant for 2024, with Wil Dawson making his first appearance this Sunday afternoon against Essendon at Marvel Stadium. Standing tall at 200cm, Dawson was selected by [...]
Saints make big changes; Multiple debuts – All Teams for AFL Round 10, 2024
GOLD COAST SUNS v GEELONG Thursday May 16, 7:30pm at TIO Stadium SUNS B: S. Collins, C. Ballard, J. Jeffrey HB: S. Flanders, M. Rowell, M. Andrew C: B. Fiorini, T. Miller - C, S. [...]
Ethan Phillips to Make Fairy-Tale Debut for Hawthorn
This Sunday afternoon marks a significant milestone for Ethan Phillips and the Hawthorn Football Club. The 24-year-old mature-age recruit is set to make his AFL debut in the game against Yartapuulti, fulfilling a dream that [...]
AFL teams Round 10, 2024
GOLD COAST SUNS v GEELONG Thursday May 16, 7:30pm at TIO Stadium SUNS B: S. Collins, C. Ballard, J. Jeffrey HB: S. Flanders, M. Rowell, M. Andrew C: B. Fiorini, T. Miller - C, S. [...]