AFL News and Sporting News
Tony Shaw Criticizes AFL’s Welcome to Country, Sparking Controversy
Former Collingwood great Tony Shaw has stirred controversy with his recent remarks about the AFL's Welcome to Country ceremony. Shaw's criticism, posted on social media, called the ceremony performed before the semi-final between the Brisbane [...]
Five Blues Depart
The Carlton Football Club has announced five changes to its AFL playing list at the conclusion of the 2024 season, with David Cuningham, Caleb Marchbank, Jack Martin, Alex Mirkov, and Dom Akuei departing the club. [...]
AFL Tips : GWS Giants vs. Brisbane Lions Saturday September 14 2024
Updated Insights: Since the original article, it's been confirmed that Port Adelaide remains the underdog, particularly after their devastating loss to Geelong in the qualifying final. This game saw Zak Butters suffer a rib injury, [...]
Young Crows Extend Contracts: Borlase, Bond, Edwards, and Ryan Sign On
The Adelaide Crows have secured the futures of four emerging young players, with James Borlase, Hugh Bond, Charlie Edwards, and Oscar Ryan all extending their contracts. James Borlase, 22, has been rewarded for his consistent [...]
Fans predict up to 4 weeks out for Kysaiah Pickett
Bulldogs players take exception to Kysaiah Pickett over his clash with Bailey Smith. Footy fans predicted that Kossie Pickett's clash with Bailey Smith will result in multiple weeks suspension. What do you think? >> "Pickett [...]
Howe undergoes surgery for compound fracture
Collingwood has announced that defender Jeremy Howe has undergone surgery for a broken forearm, sustained during the third quarter of the team's Round One match against Geelong at the MCG. http://gty.im/1248436135 Collingwood players console their [...]
Match Review: Thursday and Friday Round 1
All good lads and not a charge laid among them. We fear Saturday's games might yield a different result. Check back here soon... https://www.bigfooty.com/forum/forums/umpiring-mrp-tribunal-and-rules.305/
Irish duo join Carlton ranks
Carlton Football Club has announced the exciting additions of Irish athletes Dayna Finn and Erone Fitzpatrick to their AFLW team during the Sign and Trade period. The versatile duo brings a wealth of transferable skills [...]
AFL Teams Round 1 – Saturday and Sunday
Click TEAM V TEAM text to go to the game day thread. Friday Geelong v Collingwood at the MCG, 7.40pm AEDT GEELONG B: M. O’Connor 42 S. De Koning 16 E. Ratugolea 17 HB: I. [...]
Wright Time to Commit
Reigning Crichton medalist Peter Wright has given Essendon Bombers fans a reason to celebrate ahead of round one, as he's extended his commitment to the club for another four years. This new deal means the [...]
Howe Here to Stay: Collingwood’s Backbone
Collingwood Magpies fans have reason to celebrate as they head into the 2023 season – high-flying defender Jeremy Howe has just inked a contract extension, securing his place on the team until the end of [...]
Triple Threat Debut: Hawthorn Hawks Unleash Amon, Greene, and Meek in Epic Showdown at MCG
This Sunday, Hawthorn Hawks fans have plenty to be excited about as three talented new recruits gear up for their club debuts against Essendon at the MCG. Karl Amon, Fergus Greene, and Lloyd Meek are [...]
Cats v Pies tickets sold out – AFL expecting 350k for round 1
The excitement for the 2023 Toyota AFL Premiership Season is at an all-time high as the general public tickets for the highly anticipated match between the Geelong Cats and Collingwood on Friday, 17 March at [...]
AFL Teams – Richmond v Carlton Rd 1
RICHMOND V CARLTON Thursday, March 16, 7:20pm at MCG Get your tips in >> Tigers B: N. Balta, N. Vlastuin, D. Grimes (c) HB: N. Broad, L. Baker, D. Rioli C: K. McIntosh, D. Prestia, [...]
Young defender stays loyal to the Blues
Key defender Lewis Young has signed a three-year contract extension, committing himself to the Navy Blues until 2026. Young joined Carlton at the end of 2021 after a three-way trade with the Western Bulldogs and [...]
Carlton signs Hill to another year
The Carlton Football Club has commenced day one of the AFLW Sign and Trade Period by announcing that reigning Best and Fairest winner, Mimi Hill, has signed a one-year contract extension. http://gty.im/1443689120 The 20-year-old had [...]
Shierlaw joins Roos in 3-way trade
On day one of the 2023 AFLW Sign and Trade Period, the North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos announced the acquisition of key forward Kate Shierlaw, following her impressive Season 7 campaign with St Kilda, where she [...]
Saints foundation members ask to be traded
Two of St Kilda Football Club's AFLW players, Kate Shierlaw and Tarni White, have expressed their desire to be traded to other clubs during this year's trade period. http://gty.im/1435719754 Shierlaw and White were both original [...]
AFLW Priority Signing Period summary – all the moves
The AFLW Sign and Trade Period commences on Friday 10 March (12pm) and closes on Monday 20 March (5pm). Players signed during the PSP: Essendon: Brooke Brown Signed from North Melbourne Football Club Key defender [...]
Fruity audio uploaded by Saints
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon has been left red-faced after the club's IT department made a costly error that could potentially give rival clubs some inside info. In an embarrassing bungle, the Saints' coaches-box audio [...]
Lions pair ask to be traded
In a move that has caught many Brisbane Lions fans off-guard, Jesse Wardlaw and Lulu Pullar have informed the club of their desire to be traded to other AFLW clubs. The news has left Lions [...]
AFL 2023 season preview
It's that time of year again when the anticipation rises for another blockbuster AFL season. Season 2023 feels different in comparison to the previous few years, with footy finally returning to a level of normality, [...]
North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos Bid Farewell to Versatile Defender Brooke Brown
North Melbourne Tasmanian Kangaroos have confirmed the departure of defender Brooke Brown. The talented former basketballer, touch rugby player, and track and field athlete played 24 games over three seasons with the club after making [...]
Two Crows out for start of season 2023
Adelaide Crows defender Josh Worrell's return from a recent hamstring setback remains uncertain, with the club taking a cautious approach in getting the young backman back on the field. Worrell re-aggravated a previous hamstring injury [...]
Carlton loses McEvoy under new Expansion Rules
Carlton Football Club has confirmed that Lucy McEvoy will depart the team through the AFLW Priority Signing Period (PSP). The departure comes as a result of new rules announced last week that permit the four [...]
The Daicos Way: Collingwood Launches Expanded Peter Daicos Academy for 2023 Season
The Collingwood Football Club has announced the relaunch of the Peter Daicos Academy (PDA) for the 2023 season, with a renewed focus on promoting an inclusive environment for all talented young footballers. Established in 2012, [...]
Saying Goodbye to Two Loyal SUNS
The Gold Coast SUNS have made the difficult decision to not offer contracts to defender Jade Pregelj and small forward Tori Groves-Little for the upcoming AFLW season. Pregelj, a foundation player for the club, played [...]
Price Freeze on Fan-Favourites at Marvel
Good news for AFL fans! The AFL has announced a return of a price freeze on a number of fan-favourite foods at all Marvel Stadium games for the 2023 Toyota AFL Premiership Season. http://gty.im/857554704 [...]
De Goey and Cotchin accept tribunal sanctions
The AFL advises the Tribunal will not sit tonight, Tuesday March 7, after all players accepted their sanctions from the Match Review of 2023 AFL Practice Matches. Sanctions accepted: Jordan De Goey, Collingwood, has accepted a $2000 [...]