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Bombers outlast West Coast to solidify top-four spot

Bombers outlast West Coast to solidify top-four spot

Essendon are firmly entrenched in the AFL's top four after grinding out a 30-point win over West Coast, with Jake Stringer booting five goals.

Steven May fined over 'disgraceful' AFL staging act

Steven May fined over 'disgraceful' AFL staging act

Steven May fined over 'disgraceful' AFL staging act

Steven May fined over 'disgraceful' AFL staging act

Melbourne's Steven May has copped a fine for "staging" after milking the AFL's dangerous-tackle rule during his side's narrow win over North Melbourne.

Oliver braces for tags in Demons' AFL finals fight

Oliver braces for tags in Demons' AFL finals fight

Oliver braces for tags in Demons' AFL finals fight

Oliver braces for tags in Demons' AFL finals fight

Melbourne banked an important win over North Melbourne despite Clayton Oliver being blanketed, with Trent Rivers stepping up to fill the midfield void.

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Clarkson takes positives from Kangaroos' heartbreaker

Clarkson takes positives from Kangaroos' heartbreaker

Last-placed North Melbourne fell just short of Melbourne after kicking the last six goals of the match, but will take heart from another competitive showing.

Roos' comeback falls short as Dees win fiery AFL clash

Roos' comeback falls short as Dees win fiery AFL clash

Melbourne and North Melbourne faced off in a halftime melee before the Demons resisted a late fightback to post a three-point win over the AFL's bottom side.

Giants keep focus on AFL flag despite Swans drubbing

Giants keep focus on AFL flag despite Swans drubbing

GWS coach Adam Kingsley remains optimistic about their chances for a maiden AFL flag despite suffering a 27-point defeat to bitter rivals Sydney.

Port coach Hinkley jeered after record loss to Brisbane

Port coach Hinkley jeered after record loss to Brisbane

Coach Ken Hinkley says he can cope with being jeered by Port Adelaide fans after a record 79-point loss to Brisbane.

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Cats concerns over Dangerfield ban, Hawkins injury

Cats concerns over Dangerfield ban, Hawkins injury

Cats concerns over Dangerfield ban, Hawkins injury

Cats concerns over Dangerfield ban, Hawkins injury

Geelong star Patrick Dangerfield has been offered a one-match ban and fellow veteran Tom Hawkins suffered a foot injury during the 63-point loss to Carlton.

Dessert still on menu as Eagles look to fix away woes

Dessert still on menu as Eagles look to fix away woes

Dessert still on menu as Eagles look to fix away woes

Dessert still on menu as Eagles look to fix away woes

West Coast will be aiming to snare their first win on the road of 2024 when they take on Essendon at Marvel Stadium on Sunday.

Suns brace for brutal road test against Dockers

Suns brace for brutal road test against Dockers

Suns brace for brutal road test against Dockers

Suns brace for brutal road test against Dockers

Fremantle's players have owned up to their disappointing loss against the Bulldogs and are eager to step up in Sunday's home AFL clash with Gold Coast.

Tom De Koning wins sibling battle as Blues belt Cats

Tom De Koning wins sibling battle as Blues belt Cats

Tom De Koning wins sibling battle as Blues belt Cats

Tom De Koning wins sibling battle as Blues belt Cats

In-form Carlton ruckman Tom De Koning was too good for his little brother Sam as the Blues dominated Geelong at the MCG.

Blues belt Cats by 63 points as Hawkins on crutches

Blues belt Cats by 63 points as Hawkins on crutches

Blues belt Cats by 63 points as Hawkins on crutches

Blues belt Cats by 63 points as Hawkins on crutches

Carlton have asserted themselves at the MCG, easily beating Geelong as Cats star Tom Hawkins suffered a foot injury.

Elliot Yeo signs with Eagles until 2027

Elliot Yeo signs with Eagles until 2027

Elliot Yeo signs with Eagles until 2027

Elliot Yeo signs with Eagles until 2027

West Coast midfielder Elliot Yeo says he's looking forward to helping the next batch of stars rise through the ranks after re-signing with the club until 2027.

West Coast gamble big with bigs against Bombers

West Coast gamble big with bigs against Bombers

West Coast gamble big with bigs against Bombers

West Coast gamble big with bigs against Bombers

West Coast captain Oscar Allen will return against Essendon, and he'll join a towering forward line also featuring Jake Waterman and Jack Darling.

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Dockers forward Treacy laughs off goalkicking blooper

Fremantle have copped heavy criticism following their big flop against the Bulldogs, but forward Josh Treacy says they will come out firing against Gold Coast.

Giants relishing next round of derby rivalry with Swans

GWS defender Lachie Whitfield says no matter where the two teams are on the AFL ladder, every game against local rivals Sydney is big.

Kangaroos eye litmus test against Demons midfield

North Melbourne's improved form since the mid-season bye will be put to the test by a Melbourne side desperate to resurrect their AFL premiership hopes.

Port's Butters must learn to cope with tags: Hinkley

Dynamic midfielder Zak Butters - who avoided a suspension this week - will learn to cope with heavy tags from opponents, Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley says.

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Ben King ruled out for Suns, Port swing the axe

Gold Coast forward Ben King has been ruled out of the Suns' clash with Fremantle due to the knee injury he suffered at training last weekend.

Cats star Cameron has Carlton coach on high alert

Carlton are braced for another huge test against a Geelong side featuring dangerous goal-kicker Jeremy Cameron and returning skipper Patrick Dangerfield.

Sports racism getting louder, yet witnesses stay silent

Australia's major sporting codes have cracked down on racist spectators but a survey suggests the situation has gotten worse over the past two years.

AFLW moves to national draft ahead of 2025 season

The AFLW will hold a maiden national draft after the introduction of relocation allowances and minimum two-year contracts for draftees in the women's game.

Lay off club doctors, says Bombers coach Brad Scott

Melbourne's handling of Christian Petracca has been thrust into the spotlight after the Demons star was allowed to play on while nursing internal injuries.

We want to win: Dees' May hits back at 'selfish' claims

Amid intense scrutiny over sub-par performances, Steven May is adamant Melbourne can re-establish their identity as a defensive powerhouse.

Fagan 'open' on direct AFL return for injured Ashcroft

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says he's keeping an "open mind" on a possible straight return to AFL level for Will Ashcroft, following his ACL recovery.

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