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Demons forward banned ahead of AFL finals

Demons forward banned ahead of AFL finals

Melbourne are set to be without key forward Jacob van Rooyen for the start of the finals after he was suspended for contact to an opponent's head.

Swans down Crows in AFLW thriller, Lions, Power win

Swans down Crows in AFLW thriller, Lions, Power win

Swans down Crows in AFLW thriller, Lions, Power win

Swans down Crows in AFLW thriller, Lions, Power win

A Swans debutant has kicked a last-minute sealer to help lift her side to a thrilling victory over Adelaide, while Brisbane crushed Essendon at Windy Hill.

'A lot of players back': Magpies surging into finals

'A lot of players back': Magpies surging into finals

'A lot of players back': Magpies surging into finals

'A lot of players back': Magpies surging into finals

Collingwood will consider managing players for their final home-and-away game, but could also regain four stars for their clash with Brisbane.

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Hawks coach becomes 'glorified fan' in landmark finish

Hawks coach becomes 'glorified fan' in landmark finish

Fresh off a second draw against Collingwood this season, Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell had to sit back and marvel while taking the remarkable result in.

Demons surge to fifth but key forward faces MRO wait

Demons surge to fifth but key forward faces MRO wait

Melbourne scored a big win over the Power at Adelaide Oval on Saturday night, but forward Jacob van Rooyen is set to face MRO scrutiny after a high hit.

Yet Moore MCG drama as Magpies, Hawks draw again

Yet Moore MCG drama as Magpies, Hawks draw again

Hawthorn's Dylan Moore has failed to make the distance with a kick on the siren as the Hawks amazingly drew with Collingwood for the second time this season.

Tigers beat Magpies, Bulldogs post AFLW win over Suns

Tigers beat Magpies, Bulldogs post AFLW win over Suns

Richmond have kicked off their AFLW season with a comfortable win over Collingwood, while the fast-starting Bulldogs beat the Suns on enemy territory.

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Cats coach 'not privy' to Kolodjashnij update

Cats coach 'not privy' to Kolodjashnij update

Cats coach 'not privy' to Kolodjashnij update

Cats coach 'not privy' to Kolodjashnij update

As Geelong await the AFL's findings on their concussion crisis, coach Chris Scott says he doesn't know whether Jake Kolodjashnij will be back playing next week.

Record-breaking Fagan warns Lions ahead of finals race

Record-breaking Fagan warns Lions ahead of finals race

Record-breaking Fagan warns Lions ahead of finals race

Record-breaking Fagan warns Lions ahead of finals race

Chris Fagan's Brisbane Lions have given themselves a chance at another AFL "three-peat'', while the Suns were left to rue a lack of polish.

Cats survive North scare to keep top-four hopes alive

Cats survive North scare to keep top-four hopes alive

Cats survive North scare to keep top-four hopes alive

Cats survive North scare to keep top-four hopes alive

Geelong has survived a massive scare from North Melbourne, coming back from 39 points down then prevailing by 15 in a see-sawing game to stay in the top six.

Richmond coach left fuming as stars' farewell fizzles

Richmond coach left fuming as stars' farewell fizzles

Richmond coach left fuming as stars' farewell fizzles

Richmond coach left fuming as stars' farewell fizzles

Richmond coach Adem Yze was furious about the way his side played in what was the final game for two of the Tigers' three-time premiership heroes.

Commanding Kangas crush Cats to kick off AFLW defence

Commanding Kangas crush Cats to kick off AFLW defence

Commanding Kangas crush Cats to kick off AFLW defence

Commanding Kangas crush Cats to kick off AFLW defence

AFLW juggernauts North Melbourne have shaken off a new-look Geelong with ease to kick off their latest premiership defence with an ominous 73-point thumping.

Swans embrace MCG trek with second spot up for grabs

Swans embrace MCG trek with second spot up for grabs

Swans embrace MCG trek with second spot up for grabs

Swans embrace MCG trek with second spot up for grabs

Sydney can lock in second spot on the ladder and two home finals with victory over Essendon on Sunday, with Dean Cox's men well placed for a tilt at the flag.

'Pre-dates my time': How Blues handle great expectation

'Pre-dates my time': How Blues handle great expectation

'Pre-dates my time': How Blues handle great expectation

'Pre-dates my time': How Blues handle great expectation

Interim Carlton coach Josh Fraser has spoken about how the new-look Blues are dealing with growing expectations of a potential unlikely finals berth.

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Giants remain 'hopeful' marquee star stays at club

Almost out of finals contention, GWS could be farewelling club stalwart Toby Greene when the Giants host West Coast at Engie Stadium.

Pearce escapes injury but Fremantle sweat on Reid

Murphy Reid is still in pain following a hit to the groin a week ago, with the Fremantle young gun in doubt to take on Carlton in the final round.

Taylor Walker's trip to Perth wasn't a waste, say Crows

Adelaide's decision to fly Taylor Walker to Perth but not play him against Fremantle raised eyebrows, but coach Matthew Nicks says it was the right call.

High-five for Amiss as Dockers snare minor premiership

Fremantle have locked in the minor premiership and left Adelaide's top-four hopes on thin ice in the process thanks to a thrilling 24-point win in Perth.

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New-look Geelong ready for ominous North AFLW test

Geelong will again open their AFLW campaign against all-conquering North Melbourne, but are keen to prove a point under new coach Mick Stinear.

Breakout Demon expected to knock back Power interest

Port Adelaide look set to miss out on prime target Tom Sparrow but have other areas they want to target in recruiting.

'Doesn't feel right': Fagan humbled by Lions' record

Brisbane coach Chris Fagan has spoken about the significance of breaking an important record, while also giving an update on a premiership star.

Lynch call looming as Tigers send off flag heroes

Richmond will farewell Dion Prestia and Nathan Broad against St Kilda but 250-gamer Tom Lynch is set to play on in 2027.

'Confident': Fraser presents to become Carlton coach

Josh Fraser is confident he is ready to become a full-time senior coach after presenting to the Carlton panel following his wildly successful interim stint.

By George, Kangaroos gained lift from Warlord return

While North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson is unsure about Geelong's focus, he's certain what effect one midfielder has when he's in the Kangaroos lineup.

Be tougher and harder: Hawks given rev up ahead of Pies

Hawthorn's toughness has been put into question this week following a limp loss to Brisbane, and coach Sam Mitchell wants to see a response against Collingwood.

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