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Resilient Lions claim AFL flag with huge win over Swans

Resilient Lions claim AFL flag with huge win over Swans

Will Ashcroft was one of the Brisbane Lions' biggest stars as they capped a stunning season with a dominant 60-point win over Sydney in the AFL grand final.

Zingers galore as pollies attend grand final breakfast

Zingers galore as pollies attend grand final breakfast

Zingers galore as pollies attend grand final breakfast

Zingers galore as pollies attend grand final breakfast

The jovial tone of North Melbourne's annual AFL grand final breakfast was set early as the prime minister walked in to the strains of I Need a Dollar.

Lions open time capsule ahead of shot at AFL redemption

Lions open time capsule ahead of shot at AFL redemption

Lions open time capsule ahead of shot at AFL redemption

Lions open time capsule ahead of shot at AFL redemption

Twelve months after losing the AFL grand final in heartbreaking fashion, the Brisbane Lions are drawing inspiration from their loss as they seek redemption.

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Morphett hurt again as Dogs down Swans in AFLW

Morphett hurt again as Dogs down Swans in AFLW

A huge weekend for the Sydney Swans got off to a bad start when their AFLW team succumbed to the fast-finishing Western Bulldogs at Whitten Oval.

Dockers beat Saints to extend AFLW winning streak

Dockers beat Saints to extend AFLW winning streak

Fremantle teenager Tunisha Kikoak has kicked two goals to help Fremantle defeat St Kilda by 11 points and extend their winning streak to three AFLW matches.

Fagan says Lions, Swans are grand final 'equal-dogs'

Fagan says Lions, Swans are grand final 'equal-dogs'

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan says his team and Sydney have equal claims on Saturday's AFL grand final after impressive runs to the MCG premiership decider.

Demons challenged to respond to Bombers AFLW thumping

Demons challenged to respond to Bombers AFLW thumping

Daria Bannister has starred with four goals to lead Essendon to a thumping 65-point win over Melbourne, leaving the Demons' AFLW season hanging by a thread.

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Hawthorn defender cops three-game AFLW ban for bump

Hawthorn defender cops three-game AFLW ban for bump

Hawthorn defender cops three-game AFLW ban for bump

Hawthorn defender cops three-game AFLW ban for bump

Hawthorn are set to be without Tamara Smith for three games after the defender was suspended for a bump that concussed Geelong's Kate Surman.

Lions fans roar as Swans fly high at grand final parade

Lions fans roar as Swans fly high at grand final parade

Lions fans roar as Swans fly high at grand final parade

Lions fans roar as Swans fly high at grand final parade

Brisbane Lions and Sydney Swans fans have had a pre-game glimpse of their teams as the players paraded through Melbourne's streets ahead of the AFL Grand Final.

Magpies sink Suns for first victory of AFLW season

Magpies sink Suns for first victory of AFLW season

Magpies sink Suns for first victory of AFLW season

Magpies sink Suns for first victory of AFLW season

Collingwood have defeated a gutsy Gold Coast side by three points for their first win of the AFLW season under new coach Sam Wright.

Lions, Swans diehards embrace Victorian roots

Lions, Swans diehards embrace Victorian roots

Lions, Swans diehards embrace Victorian roots

Lions, Swans diehards embrace Victorian roots

Brisbane Lions and Sydney Swans fans have made pilgrimages to their clubs' old homes in Fitzroy and South Melbourne throughout AFL grand final week.

Lions' X-factor Rayner ready for grand final stage

Lions' X-factor Rayner ready for grand final stage

Lions' X-factor Rayner ready for grand final stage

Lions' X-factor Rayner ready for grand final stage

Brisbane dynamo Cam Rayner has learnt from a poor 2023 grand final and is ready to grasp his second opportunity at the AFL's biggest stage.

Rampe 'shattered' for injured Swans captain Mills

Rampe 'shattered' for injured Swans captain Mills

Rampe 'shattered' for injured Swans captain Mills

Rampe 'shattered' for injured Swans captain Mills

Sydney captain Callum Mills shared a cry with great mate Dane Rampe after he was ruled out of playing in the AFL grand final due to injury.

Sydney name unchanged line-up, Fort in for McInerney

Sydney name unchanged line-up, Fort in for McInerney

Sydney name unchanged line-up, Fort in for McInerney

Sydney name unchanged line-up, Fort in for McInerney

Sydney captain Callum Mills and midfielder Taylor Adams haven't even made it on to the Swans' emergency list for Saturday's AFL grand final against Brisbane.

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Star Cat McDonald injured as Hawks continue AFLW march

Star Hawthorn midfielder Emily Bates has produced a barnstorming third quarter to help lead her side to victory against Geelong in a high-class AFLW match.

Mills will put own heartbreak aside for Swans: Maxfield

Former Sydney captain Stuart Maxfield expects sidelined skipper Callum Mills to put his own heartbreak aside to help the Swans ahead of the AFL grand final.

Lions, Swans return to Melbourne roots in AFL decider

The Brisbane Lions and Sydney Swans, two clubs with Melbourne links, will face off in the first AFL grand final between two non-Victorian teams since 2006.

GWS utility Cumming shuns Port, set to join Crows

Greater Western Sydney's Isaac Cumming has shunned Port Adelaide's offer and is set to link up with the Adelaide Crows.

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Katy Perry set to roar, but insists she's no Lion

American singer Katy Perry will take a neutral stance into the AFL Grand Final when it comes to supporting the Swans or the Lions.

Hinkley still has energy to coach Port: Power boss

Port Adelaide's football manager says coach Ken Hinkley remains energised despite again falling short of a grand-final appearance.

Leigh Matthews delights in Lions' long-term turnaround

Leigh Matthews will present the premiership cup to the Brisbane Lions if they win the AFL grand final and is relishing their turnaround this decade.

Swans livewire Papley set for Starcevich GF match-up

Known for his celebrations and ability to get under his opposition's skin, Sydney's Tom Papley is set to cause trouble for Brisbane defender Brandon Starcevich.

Swans and Lions trek different paths to AFL summit

Grand finalists Sydney and Brisbane trod different paths to the AFL summit where both clubs want to plant the flag.

Kangaroos crush Blues in record 69-point AFLW win

North Melbourne kicked the first nine goals of the match on their way to a crushing 69-point win over Carlton.

Swans to ramp up GF preparation after Mills heartbreak

As Sydney captain Callum Mills gets to grips with missing out on the AFL grand final, the Swans will get into the pointy end of their preparation.

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