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Dockers make big ruck call, Weitering still not ready

Dockers make big ruck call, Weitering still not ready

Mason Cox has lost his position as Fremantle's second ruck option, with his lean run of form costing him a spot for Sunday's clash with Gold Coast.

Ex-umpire committed to stand trial on Brownlow fraud

Ex-umpire committed to stand trial on Brownlow fraud

Ex-umpire committed to stand trial on Brownlow fraud

Ex-umpire committed to stand trial on Brownlow fraud

A former AFL umpire and two others have been committed to stand trial over an alleged Brownlow Medal betting fraud after failing to get their charges dropped.

'Punches you in the face': Solomon focused on coaching

'Punches you in the face': Solomon focused on coaching

'Punches you in the face': Solomon focused on coaching

'Punches you in the face': Solomon focused on coaching

As speculation continues about who will coach Essendon beyond this season, Dean Solomon says he is focused on improving the team now.

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Duursma or Smith? Young stars rising to the occasion

Duursma or Smith? Young stars rising to the occasion

West Coast's Willem Duursma and Carlton young gun Jagga Smith have been revelations this year, with the AFL Rising Star race too close to call.

Fraser not getting carried away by early Blues success

Fraser not getting carried away by early Blues success

Interim Carlton coach Josh Fraser continues to maintain he is not ready to be the Blues' full-time leader, despite having a perfect record since taking over.

'Long way to go': Pies captain could miss rest of 2026

'Long way to go': Pies captain could miss rest of 2026

Darcy Moore has returned to running at Collingwood training, but the Magpies captain is no certainty to play again this season due to persistent injuries.

Giants youngster to replace Hogan for MCG blockbuster

Giants youngster to replace Hogan for MCG blockbuster

One key forward out, one key forward in - GWS coach Adam Kingsley has given youngster Max Gruzewski the nod to replace luckless Jesse Hogan against Hawthorn.

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'Out of the worst': AFL great Modra on the mend

'Out of the worst': AFL great Modra on the mend

'Out of the worst': AFL great Modra on the mend

'Out of the worst': AFL great Modra on the mend

A close friend of Tony Modra says the AFL great is "out of the worst" after suffering severe facial injuries in a freak accident a week ago.

No limits for Swans star in injury return against Lions

No limits for Swans star in injury return against Lions

No limits for Swans star in injury return against Lions

No limits for Swans star in injury return against Lions

There's no ceiling on what a fit-again Errol Gulden can do against Brisbane, with Sydney coach Dean Cox ready to unleash the star midfielder at the Gabba.

'We're in the fight': Lions' three-peat dream not over

'We're in the fight': Lions' three-peat dream not over

'We're in the fight': Lions' three-peat dream not over

'We're in the fight': Lions' three-peat dream not over

Chris Fagan is adamant Brisbane are on target for a deep run in finals, believing the reigning premiers have made amends for an alarming mid-season slump.

Voss speaks on Fraser's chances of securing Carlton job

Voss speaks on Fraser's chances of securing Carlton job

Voss speaks on Fraser's chances of securing Carlton job

Voss speaks on Fraser's chances of securing Carlton job

Former Carlton coach Michael Voss has opened up on his future in football and the chances of Josh Fraser winning the Blues coaching job on a full-time basis.

Anything is Voss-ible as Freo look for revenge on Suns

Anything is Voss-ible as Freo look for revenge on Suns

Anything is Voss-ible as Freo look for revenge on Suns

Anything is Voss-ible as Freo look for revenge on Suns

Fremantle boast a fearful three-headed beast in attack, and Gold Coast face a daunting task to stop it when they front up for Sunday's clash in Perth.

AFL players warned speak your mind, pay the price

AFL players warned speak your mind, pay the price

AFL players warned speak your mind, pay the price

AFL players warned speak your mind, pay the price

The AFL is set to crack down on future criticism of umpiring or AFL Tribunal decisions after recent pot shots by Jy Simpkin and Damien Hardwick.

'Dark moments': Merrett slams reporting of his future

'Dark moments': Merrett slams reporting of his future

'Dark moments': Merrett slams reporting of his future

'Dark moments': Merrett slams reporting of his future

In a revealing confession, Essendon star Zach Merrett has detailed some "dark moments" due to the ongoing speculation about his future in the AFL.

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Hawthorn coach shuts down Tasmania, Carlton speculation

Sam Mitchell has hosed down speculation of a shock move to Tasmania or Carlton, saying he's happy as Hawthorn coach amid early contract talks.

Kangas, Demons players dominate Australia's AFLW squad

North Melbourne and Melbourne players dominate Australia's 25-strong squad for the inaugural international clash against Ireland.

Swans star back for crunch game after lengthy recovery

Sydney will welcome back Errol Gulden to face the Brisbane Lions, with the star midfielder finally available after a shoulder reconstruction in March.

Crows great undecided on whether to extend career

Adelaide star Taylor Walker says he hasn't made up his mind on whether he wants to extend his decorated AFL career next season.

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'Laugh it off': Port's hot property on rumoured offers

In-demand Port Adelaide star Zak Butters maintains he's not thinking about his future just yet, adding he'll only decide at the end of the season.

No doubts as happy Draper maintains short-term focus

Lions ruckman Sam Draper isn't getting ahead of himself despite an encouraging start to life with two-time defending premiers Brisbane.

How two WA footy legends lifted Sydney up the ladder

Dean Cox and Matthew Pavlich were AFL figureheads and rivals for so long in WA, they explain why an unlikely partnership has proven such a hit in Sydney.

In-season tournament would 'compromise' AFL: Roos ace

North Melbourne defender Charlie Comben has shot down a suggestion for an in-season AFL tournament, believing players "wouldn't try as hard".

AFL outlines radical fixture models to club bosses

Tasmania's entry into the AFL from 2028 has the AFL considering a number of potential changes to how the season runs - including a group stage.

Saints count injury, tribunal cost after horror Sunday

Two St Kilda stars are out of action after Sunday's AFL loss to the Western Bulldogs, while a dropped teammate was referred directly to the VFL tribunal.

'Encouraging progress': Modra faces long recovery

Tony Modra's family and his friend Mark Ricciuto have given updates on the Adelaide great, who has undergone two operations after a freak accident.

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