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Magpies soar to bring down Bombers in AFLW

Magpies soar to bring down Bombers in AFLW

Collingwood have taken out their second win of the season, kicking off men's grand final day with a comfortable 20-point AFLW victory over Essendon.

Ron Barassi lauded as political leaders line up jibes

Ron Barassi lauded as political leaders line up jibes

Ron Barassi lauded as political leaders line up jibes

Ron Barassi lauded as political leaders line up jibes

Politics and footy merged in a very public way as nervous fans, dignitaries and AFL officials broke bread at an annual pre-grand final breakfast.

AFL yet to make a call on 'Barassi Cup' for premiers

AFL yet to make a call on 'Barassi Cup' for premiers

AFL yet to make a call on 'Barassi Cup' for premiers

AFL yet to make a call on 'Barassi Cup' for premiers

An ongoing tribute to Australian rules legend Ron Barassi will not be announced until the off-season, the AFL has confirmed.

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Hot Pies not fazed by AFL grand final temperature

Hot Pies not fazed by AFL grand final temperature

Near-record temperatures are forecast for Saturday's AFL grand final, which many expect to favour the Brisbane Lions over Collingwood.

Eagles stun Power to kickstart AFLW season

Eagles stun Power to kickstart AFLW season

West Coast have earned their first win of the AFLW season in a one-goal thriller against Port Adelaide to celebrate Emma Swanson’s milestone match in style.

Saints heap more AFLW misery on winless Bulldogs

Saints heap more AFLW misery on winless Bulldogs

St Kilda have banked rare back-to-back AFLW wins with an 18-point victory over the Western Bulldogs as prized recruit Jesse Wardlaw booted three goals.

Carlton hold out Sydney in closely fought AFLW affair

Carlton hold out Sydney in closely fought AFLW affair

Carlton have won their first AFLW clash with Sydney, posting a five-point victory to sit just outside the top eight.

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Heat cooked Payne in Brisbane's final selection call

Heat cooked Payne in Brisbane's final selection call

Heat cooked Payne in Brisbane's final selection call

Heat cooked Payne in Brisbane's final selection call

A burst of hot spring weather influenced Collingwood and the Brisbane Lions in their selections for the AFL grand final at the MCG.

Fagan claims underdog grand final status for Lions

Fagan claims underdog grand final status for Lions

Fagan claims underdog grand final status for Lions

Fagan claims underdog grand final status for Lions

Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan is happy to claim underdog status for their grand final clash with Collingwood at the MCG.

Fremantle survive Tigers surge, into AFLW top eight

Fremantle survive Tigers surge, into AFLW top eight

Fremantle survive Tigers surge, into AFLW top eight

Fremantle survive Tigers surge, into AFLW top eight

Surviving a Richmond fightback, Fremantle have posted a seven-point win over the Tigers to force their way back into the AFLW top eight.

Magpies fans swoop as Lions fans roar at AFL parade

Magpies fans swoop as Lions fans roar at AFL parade

Magpies fans swoop as Lions fans roar at AFL parade

Magpies fans swoop as Lions fans roar at AFL parade

Collingwood and Brisbane fans have turned out in force for a chance to see their favourite players paraded through Melbourne ahead of the AFL grand final.

Quaynor revenge on Cameron key to Pies' AFL flag plans

Quaynor revenge on Cameron key to Pies' AFL flag plans

Quaynor revenge on Cameron key to Pies' AFL flag plans

Quaynor revenge on Cameron key to Pies' AFL flag plans

Collingwood's Isaac Quaynor carries a chip on his shoulder into the AFL grand final after being torched by Brisbane livewire Charlie Cameron this season.

Brisbane's AFL, NRL sides aim for historic double act

Brisbane's AFL, NRL sides aim for historic double act

Brisbane's AFL, NRL sides aim for historic double act

Brisbane's AFL, NRL sides aim for historic double act

Brisbane Lions veteran Dayne Zorko has seen the popularity of his AFL team surge this season despite the city's NRL team also storming to a grand final.

Clarkson joins in Hawks' 2013 premiership reunion

Clarkson joins in Hawks' 2013 premiership reunion

Clarkson joins in Hawks' 2013 premiership reunion

Clarkson joins in Hawks' 2013 premiership reunion

Four-time Hawthorn premiership player Jordan Lewis has confirmed coach Alastair Clarkson was part of this week's reunion for the team that won the 2013 flag.

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No Tayla Harris, no worries: Demons defeat Cats in AFLW

Reigning premiers Melbourne have posted a 49-point win over Geelong in their first AFLW meeting to be unbeaten in the first half of the season.

Magpies name Lipinski as sub, no changes for Lions

Collingwood have made Patrick Lipinski their sub for Saturday's AFL grand final and have recalled Jack Ginnivan as Brisbane name an unchanged lineup.

Journey not over: Zorko inspired by former Lions greats

Dayne Zorko has taken inspiration from the Lions' last premiership side 20 years ago as the veteran prepares to play his 250th game in the AFL grand final.

Sunny days forecast to warm up footy finals weekend

Temperatures are expected to remain in the high 20s for the start of the NRL grand final, with warm and sunny conditions also forecast for the AFL decider.

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'Fire in our belly': Suns plot to scorch Crows in AFLW

With three consecutive wins to their name, unfancied Gold Coast are plotting to take out unbeaten Adelaide as they chase a first AFLW finals appearance.

Matthews praises Fagan, calls Hawthorn claims 'crap'

Leigh Matthews has called the Hawthorn racism allegations levelled against Brisbane coach Chris Fagan as "crap" as the Lions prepare for the AFL grand final.

Magpies star backs Frampton to have grand final impact

Collingwood star Steele Sidebottom is confident Billy Frampton can play an important role in the AFL grand final after the versatile tall's unlikely call-up.

Magpies and Lions hunt glory in showpiece grand final

Collingwood and Brisbane have taken different paths, with different methods, to reach Saturday's AFL grand final..

Dad to present cup to son if Magpies win grand final

Peter Moore will present the premiership trophy to son Darcy if Collingwood win the grand final, while Leigh Matthews will do the honours for Brisbane.

Frampton will replace McStay for Pies in grand final

Collingwood coach Craig McRae has confirmed Billy Frampton will replace injured forward Dan McStay for the AFL grand final against the Brisbane Lions.

Mills, Swans counting cost after Mad Monday wrestle

Sydney captain Callum Mills is sidelined at least until the start of next season after he was injured in a Mad Monday wrestle with a teammate.

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