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Kolodjashnij returns to training amid concussion saga

Kolodjashnij returns to training amid concussion saga

The Geelong player at the centre of the club's concussion saga has returned to training and could play in the Cats' VFL qualifying final this weekend.

Leaving embattled Swans was tough: new Bombers coach

Leaving embattled Swans was tough: new Bombers coach

Leaving embattled Swans was tough: new Bombers coach

Leaving embattled Swans was tough: new Bombers coach

New Essendon coach and ex-Sydney assistant Mark McVeigh was shocked by the Swans' hotel scandal, adding it was hard to leave the AFL club in a tough moment.

Why 'Spike' is well-armed for unique Essendon challenge

Why 'Spike' is well-armed for unique Essendon challenge

Why 'Spike' is well-armed for unique Essendon challenge

Why 'Spike' is well-armed for unique Essendon challenge

Mark McVeigh will have to mend a sharply divided club in his return to Essendon, having beaten a fascinating path back to the Bombers since retiring in 2012.

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West Coast make call on Harley Reid's suspension

West Coast make call on Harley Reid's suspension

West Coast will try to clear Harley Reid's name and have him available for the start of the 2027 AFL season after being given a suspension for rough conduct.

Demons consider picking veteran for wildcard final

Demons consider picking veteran for wildcard final

Melbourne have numerous big selection calls to make this week as they prepare for their wildcard match against in-form Carlton at the MCG on Saturday night.

Video of Tigers' Mad Monday sparks new AFL headache

Video of Tigers' Mad Monday sparks new AFL headache

A week after Sydney and the AFL were plunged into crisis, Richmond players have been caught on video playing up at their Mad Monday function.

'Clear standout': Bombers confirm McVeigh as new coach

'Clear standout': Bombers confirm McVeigh as new coach

Essendon have confirmed Mark McVeigh will be their new AFL senior coach ahead of candidates including James Hird, ending a tumultuous selection process.

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'Trying to decide': Butters on move, King leaves Suns

'Trying to decide': Butters on move, King leaves Suns

'Trying to decide': Butters on move, King leaves Suns

'Trying to decide': Butters on move, King leaves Suns

Zak Butters has told Port Adelaide he wants to return to Victoria, with Ben King doing likewise at Gold Coast, in moves with massive trade implications.

Star Bulldog has no qualms about MCG wildcard clash

Star Bulldog has no qualms about MCG wildcard clash

Star Bulldog has no qualms about MCG wildcard clash

Star Bulldog has no qualms about MCG wildcard clash

The Western Bulldogs must play their wildcard game against lower-ranked Collingwood at the MCG and off a shorter break, but Ed Richards won't complain.

Gawn to make history as Dockers dominate All-Aust squad

Gawn to make history as Dockers dominate All-Aust squad

Gawn to make history as Dockers dominate All-Aust squad

Gawn to make history as Dockers dominate All-Aust squad

Max Gawn is poised to become the first nine-time All-Australian while minor premiers Fremantle have dominated the extended squad.

X-factor flying as Pies eye finals opener

X-factor flying as Pies eye finals opener

X-factor flying as Pies eye finals opener

X-factor flying as Pies eye finals opener

Collingwood's explosive match-winner Jordan De Goey has laughed off his latest injury scare as he eyes another AFL premiership tilt.

Swans crisis: AFL boss denies league has culture issue

Swans crisis: AFL boss denies league has culture issue

Swans crisis: AFL boss denies league has culture issue

Swans crisis: AFL boss denies league has culture issue

AFL boss Andrew Dillon has launched the finals with a strongly-worded statement, also noting five Sydney players won't be invited to Brownlow medal night.

Back to go forward: Eagles insist rebuild is on track

Back to go forward: Eagles insist rebuild is on track

Back to go forward: Eagles insist rebuild is on track

Back to go forward: Eagles insist rebuild is on track

West Coast have ended 2026 on an 11-match losing streak, but there is plenty of hope ahead for the rebuilding club despite the poor results.

Dockers confirm key defender out of final against Hawks

Dockers confirm key defender out of final against Hawks

Dockers confirm key defender out of final against Hawks

Dockers confirm key defender out of final against Hawks

Fremantle defender Brennan Cox won't play in the AFL qualifying final against Hawthorn, but he hasn't been ruled out for the rest of the season yet.

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Fremantle to launch AFL premiership bid on a Thursday

The AFL has released the finals fixture, confirming Fremantle's hotly-anticipated qualifying final against Hawthorn will be on a Thursday night.

Wharfie time? We'll be ready, say Hawks

Fremantle are a perfect 12-0 at Optus Stadium this year and boast 'Wharfie Time' if the game gets close, but Hawthorn aren't running scared.

Watson takes jaw-dropping mark as Hawks crush Eagles

Nick Watson took a mark-of-the-year contender before injuring his hand in Hawthorn's dominant victory over West Coast at a wet Optus Stadium.

AFL wildcards locked in as Blues seek to do 'damage'

The AFL has confirmed details for the two wildcard round fixtures at the MCG as Carlton seek to carry their hot run of form into the finals.

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Swans win first AFL game since hotel scandal

An undermanned Sydney have beaten North Melbourne by 53 points in the Swans' first AFL game since the embattled club was rocked by sexual assault allegations.

Blues injury replacement stars, Hawks surge to victory

Carlton have beaten Adelaide to continue their unbeaten start to the AFLW season, while Hawthorn overcame a 19-point deficit to defeat Port.

Swans' AFLW team ride record support for Bombers win

With a record crowd behind them, Sydney's AFLW team have beaten Essendon in their first match since their AFL team's hotel scandal rocked the entire club.

Dockers see off Magpies, Demons earn big AFLW win

Fremantle are off the mark in the AFLW after beating Collingwood by 20 points, while Melbourne continued their nine-year unbeaten winning streak against GWS.

'Right path': Bombers eye new era after wooden spoon

Port Adelaide star Mitch Georgiades kicked five goals to lift his side to victory in a final-round dead rubber and hand Essendon the wooden spoon.

'With a rush': Cats star closes on AFL finals return

Geelong will take a six-game winning streak into the AFL finals and coach Chris Scott is confident about what they can achieve.

'Reward for hard work': Adelaide coach has finals ace

Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks has one big difference entering this year's finals campaign compared to last season.

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