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Injuries sour Blues' AFL win as Curnow kicks 10 goals

Injuries sour Blues' AFL win as Curnow kicks 10 goals

Charlie Curnow has kicked a career-best 10 goals in Carlton's 71-point AFL win over West Coast, but the Blues have several new injury worries.

Richmond sneak past Hawks in spectacular AFL comeback

Richmond sneak past Hawks in spectacular AFL comeback

Richmond sneak past Hawks in spectacular AFL comeback

Richmond sneak past Hawks in spectacular AFL comeback

Richmond have stolen a one-point thriller at the MCG, after being 36 points down late in the third term, against Hawthorn to keep their AFL finals hopes alive.

GWS Giants tackle Manuka Oval hoodoo against Gold Coast

GWS Giants tackle Manuka Oval hoodoo against Gold Coast

GWS Giants tackle Manuka Oval hoodoo against Gold Coast

GWS Giants tackle Manuka Oval hoodoo against Gold Coast

GWS haven't won at their second home ground of Manuka Oval since 2019, but the in-form Giants are favourites to take down Gold Coast on Sunday.

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North coach Ratten puts heat on former club Saints

North coach Ratten puts heat on former club Saints

Brutally sacked by St Kilda nine months ago, Brett Ratten believes they are "finals bound" as his North Melbourne team prepare to face the Saints.

Crows face Gawn test as AFL finals battle heats up

Crows face Gawn test as AFL finals battle heats up

Max Gawn will again lead Melbourne's ruck without axed partner Brodie Grundy and poses a huge threat to Adelaide's chances of causing an upset at the MCG.

'Tired' Bombers likely to be without star Ridley

'Tired' Bombers likely to be without star Ridley

Essendon's flagging finals hopes have received a further blow with star Jordan Ridley hurting his quad during the Bombers' 41-point loss to the Bulldogs.

Bulldogs surge to vital AFL win over Essendon

Bulldogs surge to vital AFL win over Essendon

Tom Liberatore and Marcus Bontempelli have led the Western Bulldogs to a 41-point victory over Essendon to solidify their spot inside the top eight.

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GWS finals bid suffers blow with Jesse Hogan injury

GWS finals bid suffers blow with Jesse Hogan injury

GWS finals bid suffers blow with Jesse Hogan injury

GWS finals bid suffers blow with Jesse Hogan injury

GWS forward Jesse Hogan will miss the next two weeks of AFL action after injuring his quad at training.

Hawthorn consider Finn Maginness for Dustin Martin tag

Hawthorn consider Finn Maginness for Dustin Martin tag

Hawthorn consider Finn Maginness for Dustin Martin tag

Hawthorn consider Finn Maginness for Dustin Martin tag

Hawthorn tagger Finn Maginness is set for his biggest job yet when he likely lines up alongside Richmond superstar Dustin Martin at the MCG.

Cripps' injury causing Blues concern, Voss reveals

Cripps' injury causing Blues concern, Voss reveals

Cripps' injury causing Blues concern, Voss reveals

Cripps' injury causing Blues concern, Voss reveals

Sidelined Carlton captain Patrick Cripps has given the Blues some worries this week, with his injury taking some time to settle.

Magpies right to tout their No.1 status, says Hinkley

Magpies right to tout their No.1 status, says Hinkley

Magpies right to tout their No.1 status, says Hinkley

Magpies right to tout their No.1 status, says Hinkley

Collingwood defender Brayden Maynard warned last weekend that Port Adelaide had better bring their A-Game for Saturday night's AFL blockbuster.

Freo keeping it low key ahead of Franklin's WA farewell

Freo keeping it low key ahead of Franklin's WA farewell

Freo keeping it low key ahead of Franklin's WA farewell

Freo keeping it low key ahead of Franklin's WA farewell

Fremantle won't be treating Lance Franklin any differently this week as the veteran Sydney forward prepares for his final AFL appearance in his hometown Perth.

No demons as Lions eye bounce-back win over Cats

No demons as Lions eye bounce-back win over Cats

No demons as Lions eye bounce-back win over Cats

No demons as Lions eye bounce-back win over Cats

Brisbane Lions coach Chris Fagan has welcomed the "finals-like" Geelong test that will come a week after the AFL side's loss to the Demons.

Blues lose Cripps and Cerra for West Coast clash

Blues lose Cripps and Cerra for West Coast clash

Blues lose Cripps and Cerra for West Coast clash

Blues lose Cripps and Cerra for West Coast clash

Carlton are hopeful Patrick Cripps and Adam Cerra will return for next week's match against Collingwood after the pair were ruled out against West Coast.

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Dogs coach Beveridge addresses breaking hand at SCG

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has confirmed he needed surgery to fix a broken hand after a 'clumsy' halftime rev-up.

Pies bank on De Goey to prove fitness for Power clash

Collingwood may be without Jordan De Goey for the top-of-the-table clash with Port Adelaide but will welcome back Darcy Cameron and Brody Mihocek from injuries.

Rioli dropped as Tigers 'move on' from phone snub

Richmond interim coach Andrew McQualter says he addressed Maurice Rioli Jr's phone snub with the small forward and it's not a big deal.

Hawks aim to 'take a chunk' out of higher-placed rivals

Hawthorn have struggled for consistency against good teams this AFL season, and coach Sam Mitchell is keen for them to snare some scalps in the final six games.

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Demons coach Goodwin hits out at Grundy 'hysteria'

Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin insists the Max Gawn-Brodie Grundy ruck partnership can still thrive and has hit out at "hysterical" commentary.

Back off Harley Reid, says Eagles coach Adam Simpson

Adam Simpson says critics need to lay off highly rated Harley Reid, following reports this year's likely AFL No.1 draft pick is unwilling to head west.

Injured Laird out as Crows toss AFL lifeline to Crouch

Adelaide's Rory Laird will miss the clash against Melbourne because of a shoulder injury with the Crows set to recall Matt Crouch.

Lion Ashcroft set for high-stakes battle with Geelong

Young gun Will Ashcroft has reflected on his stellar debut AFL campaign ahead of Brisbane's blockbuster against Geelong on Saturday.

Footballer Shane Tuck 'heard voices before his death'

Former footballer and professional boxer Shane Tuck heard voices and had mental health concerns for years, an inquest into his death has been told.

Geelong coach Scott calls AFL 'compromised' competition

Geelong coach Chris Scott is no fan of a wildcard weekend, arguing the AFL is already a "compromised" competition.

Swans' Parker relieved over AFL tribunal's Rampe call

AFL players are supportive of the league's attempts to protect their heads but Sydney's Luke Parker believes there is still scope for some accidental contact.

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