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Clarkson adamant North improving, despite big AFL loss

Clarkson adamant North improving, despite big AFL loss

North Melbourne captain Jy Simpkin says their 65-point AFL thrashing from Sydney on Saturday night was "the old us".

Swans flex muscles with convincing AFL win over North

Swans flex muscles with convincing AFL win over North

Swans flex muscles with convincing AFL win over North

Swans flex muscles with convincing AFL win over North

Sydney were a class above North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium, kicking clear in the third term for a 65-point win.

Fans wait, Ashcroft shines as Lions end Richmond hoodoo

Fans wait, Ashcroft shines as Lions end Richmond hoodoo

Fans wait, Ashcroft shines as Lions end Richmond hoodoo

Fans wait, Ashcroft shines as Lions end Richmond hoodoo

Fans faced heightened security measures and Will Ashcroft produced another goal-of-the-year contender as Brisbane put Richmond to the sword at the MCG.

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Tense loss: Crows frustrated by pivotal umpire's call

Tense loss: Crows frustrated by pivotal umpire's call

Matthew Nicks admits he shares fans' frustration after former Suns star Izak Rankine was denied a potential match-winning shot in Adelaide's loss to Gold Coast.

Giants wary as 'energised' Eagles hunt first win

Giants wary as 'energised' Eagles hunt first win

GWS will boast a stacked attack against an undermanned West Coast defence, but Giants star Tom Green says his side isn't foolish enough to expect a "pushover".

St Kilda head back to Adelaide with 'chip on shoulder'

St Kilda head back to Adelaide with 'chip on shoulder'

St Kilda midfielder Marcus Windhager says the Saints head back to Adelaide determined to make amends for a horror round one defeat to the Crows.

Bulldogs beware: Pain free Shai Bolton set to explode

Bulldogs beware: Pain free Shai Bolton set to explode

Star Fremantle recruit Shai Bolton says his leg isn't feeling sore anymore and his fitness is set to improve even further over the coming weeks.

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Cats defender Henry to miss 'weeks' with hamstring

Cats defender Henry to miss 'weeks' with hamstring

Cats defender Henry to miss 'weeks' with hamstring

Cats defender Henry to miss 'weeks' with hamstring

Geelong defender Jack Henry will be sidelined for a number of weeks with a hamstring injury but ill utility Mark Blicavs should return for Gather Round.

Stadium security rethink as guns allegedly smuggled in

Stadium security rethink as guns allegedly smuggled in

Stadium security rethink as guns allegedly smuggled in

Stadium security rethink as guns allegedly smuggled in

A review is under way at a major Australian stadium where security is being beefed up after two men allegedly smuggled firearms into a football match.

Star Petracca walks off frustrated as Demons go 0-4

Star Petracca walks off frustrated as Demons go 0-4

Star Petracca walks off frustrated as Demons go 0-4

Star Petracca walks off frustrated as Demons go 0-4

Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has backed Christian Petracca as a "winner" after the star cut a shattered figure as the Demons slumped to 0-4.

Dangerfield stars as Geelong keep Demons winless

Dangerfield stars as Geelong keep Demons winless

Dangerfield stars as Geelong keep Demons winless

Dangerfield stars as Geelong keep Demons winless

Geelong captain Patrick Dangerfield has starred in the Cats' gritty 39-point win against winless Melbourne at GHMBA Stadium.

Sicily keen to avoid added hype ahead of big Port game

Sicily keen to avoid added hype ahead of big Port game

Sicily keen to avoid added hype ahead of big Port game

Sicily keen to avoid added hype ahead of big Port game

Hawthorn captain James Sicily says he's not surprised the AFL has scheduled their match against Port Adelaide as the top feature of Gather Round.

Riccardi returns from ban as GWS mull forward mix

Riccardi returns from ban as GWS mull forward mix

Riccardi returns from ban as GWS mull forward mix

Riccardi returns from ban as GWS mull forward mix

GWS forward Jake Riccardi has been recalled after serving his suspension, with coach Adam Kingsley shuffling the magnets for the clash with West Coast.

Eagles tell under-fire captain Allen: Don't be ashamed

Eagles tell under-fire captain Allen: Don't be ashamed

Eagles tell under-fire captain Allen: Don't be ashamed

Eagles tell under-fire captain Allen: Don't be ashamed

West Coast skipper Oscar Allen has come under fire for meeting with a rival coach to discuss a possible trade, but he will remain Eagles captain this year.

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Saints star Max King on cusp of long-awaited AFL return

Max King could return for St Kilda on the second leg of their two-game Adelaide trip as the Saints look to build on the club's early-season momentum.

Pies' Houston hit with another AFL ban over high bump

Dan Houston has been given a two-match suspension after he caught Lachie Fogarty with a high bump during Collingwood's win over arch-rivals Carlton.

'Sad to see him go': Swans ready to face old pal Parker

James Rowbottom was mentored by Luke Parker for much of his AFL career, now the Sydney midfielder is relishing a chance to lock horns with his former teammate.

Lions keen to improve AFL starts but Fagan not worried

Brisbane have come from behind to win the first three games of their AFL premiership defence but are hoping for a stronger start against Richmond in round four.

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Footy fans face tighter security after stadium gun find

Checks will be bolstered at AFL games after a "breakdown" in manual safety checks was blamed for two men allegedly bringing guns into the stadium.

Suns finals 'cattle' out to clip the Crows' feathers

Free-scoring Adelaide pose a huge threat to Gold Coast in an enticing contest between two unbeaten AFL finals hopefuls in round four.

Voss senses urgency after latest Blues horror show

Carlton's finals hopes were dealt another blow in a 17-point defeat to Collingwood and Michael Voss acknowledges time is running out for his side to recover.

Problem for Houston as Pies give Carlton the blues

Collingwood recruit Dan Houston could be in trouble for a high bump on Lachie Fogarty during the Magpies' hard-fought win over Carlton.

Power gun Butters, Dees' Pickett back in AFL round four

Port Adelaide star Zak Butters and Melbourne livewire Kysaiah Pickett headline the high-profile inclusions for round four of the AFL season.

Fremantle's sore Fyfe faces another spell, says coach

Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir says Nat Fyfe is unlikely to play at any level this weekend after pulling up sore from his comeback in state league ranks.

Cats welcome back Stewart, Mannagh for Demons clash

Defender Tom Stewart and forward Shaun Mannagh will return for Geelong's match against Melbourne, but midfielder Mitch Knevitt is out because of injury.

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