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Axed Blues forward opens up after AFL axing

Axed Blues forward opens up after AFL axing

Carlton have delisted seven players, with Elijah Hollands and former GWS star Zac Williams the biggest casualties.

'Win some, lose some': Crows on failed bid for top Lion

'Win some, lose some': Crows on failed bid for top Lion

'Win some, lose some': Crows on failed bid for top Lion

'Win some, lose some': Crows on failed bid for top Lion

Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks says the cashed-up Crows will continue to make big plays for rival talent after missing out on luring a Brisbane star.

Experienced forward signs on with Collingwood

Experienced forward signs on with Collingwood

Experienced forward signs on with Collingwood

Experienced forward signs on with Collingwood

With Jamie Elliott sidelined until the middle of next season, veteran Collingwood forward Tim Membrey has committed to playing on next year.

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It's all in the timing as Bailey deal livens up Lions

It's all in the timing as Bailey deal livens up Lions

Cam Rayner isn't sure if he meant it, but admits the timing of Zac Bailey's Lions contract extension was perfect ahead of an AFL semi-final against the Crows.

Point to prove: Dockers star primed for Cats clash

Point to prove: Dockers star primed for Cats clash

Dockers star Shai Bolton will have the perfect chance to quieten the critics when he lines up in Friday night's clash with Geelong at Optus Stadium.

How Cats' spark got himself back on track

How Cats' spark got himself back on track

Geelong forward Ollie Henry missed out on finals last year but knuckled down and became a crucial part of the Cats' attack for this campaign.

'Heaviest of hearts': another Dogs midfielder retires

'Heaviest of hearts': another Dogs midfielder retires

A day after Western Bulldogs great Tom Liberatore retired, midfield teammate Adam Treloar has also decided to call it quits from the AFL.

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Roos ask retired Pies star to help them find a coach

Roos ask retired Pies star to help them find a coach

Roos ask retired Pies star to help them find a coach

Roos ask retired Pies star to help them find a coach

North Melbourne have revealed the six-person panel that will decide on the club's next senior coach, and a former Magpies star was a surprise addition.

AFL chairman discusses 'meaningful change' for fixture

AFL chairman discusses 'meaningful change' for fixture

AFL chairman discusses 'meaningful change' for fixture

AFL chairman discusses 'meaningful change' for fixture

AFL chairman Craig Drummond has admitted there will be "meaningful change" to the fixture when Tasmania enter the competition in 2028.

Geelong warned: stand in front of Treacy at your peril

Geelong warned: stand in front of Treacy at your peril

Geelong warned: stand in front of Treacy at your peril

Geelong warned: stand in front of Treacy at your peril

Josh Treacy had an off day against Hawthorn last week, but Andrew Brayshaw expects the All-Australian forward to go into overdrive against Geelong.

Western Bulldogs AFL premiership hero calls time

Western Bulldogs AFL premiership hero calls time

Western Bulldogs AFL premiership hero calls time

Western Bulldogs AFL premiership hero calls time

Western Bulldogs premiership hero and veteran midfielder Tom Liberatore has announced his AFL retirement.

'Rapt': Lions star Bailey explains contract decision

'Rapt': Lions star Bailey explains contract decision

'Rapt': Lions star Bailey explains contract decision

'Rapt': Lions star Bailey explains contract decision

Brisbane Lions star Zac Bailey has turned down a monster offer from Adelaide to re-sign with the dual reigning premiers until the end of 2034.

Cats star continues push for concussion answers

Cats star continues push for concussion answers

Cats star continues push for concussion answers

Cats star continues push for concussion answers

Jake Kolodjashnij's playing future remains uncertain as Geelong teammate Gryan Miers continues to press for answers in the defender's concussion saga.

'Screw it': Why Cat is playing through ACL injury

'Screw it': Why Cat is playing through ACL injury

'Screw it': Why Cat is playing through ACL injury

'Screw it': Why Cat is playing through ACL injury

Geelong star Gryan Miers partially tore his anterior cruciate ligament, chose not to have surgery and is now a pivotal part of the Cats' AFL finals campaign.

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Cats' star trio ready to fire as midfielder ruled out

Geelong have dispelled fears over Jeremy Cameron, Max Holmes and Patrick Dangerfield ahead of their knockout semi-final against Fremantle in Perth.

Lions cop blast on chin, hunger remains: Dunkley

Noah Answerth wore a moon boot at training as the Lions, set to host Adelaide in an AFL semi-final, prepared their response to a lacklustre Sydney showing.

The Brisbane Lions nuffy who became a key Crow

An Adelaide Crows stalwart has fond memories of the Brisbane Lions and their home ground, the Gabba.

Chalk it up: 49ers dust off MCG cauldron concerns

San Francisco 49ers coach Kyle Shanahan has adopted his own version of "anywhere, anytime" in preparation for the historic NFL season opener in Melbourne.

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'Absolutely': Nicks says his job wasn't on the line

As Matthew Nicks spoke about what Adelaide's AFL win meant for his job security, Chris Scott has fired up over Alastair Clarkson's brutal sacking.

'Can't keep a good man down': Cats back winged star

Geelong star Jeremy Cameron is still hampered by his injured arm but teammate Mark Blicavs believes the forward can have a finals impact from the wing.

Finals heartbreak for Mills as Swans learn bad news

Already understrength, embattled AFL club Sydney will again pursue a premiership without defender Callum Mills after scans confirmed the captain's injury.

AFL introduce training limits over concussion concerns

AFL clubs will be held to a weekly limit for contact training as part of a new framework introduced to reduce head injuries for the upcoming pre-season.

'We always believed': Crows on breakthrough finals win

Adelaide's Darcy Fogarty says the Crows always believed they could perform in finals as they switch focus to playing reigning premiers Brisbane in a semi-final.

Swans culture rebuild 'actually beautiful': AFLW team

Sydney star Cynthia Hamilton believes continued support across the AFL and AFLW is a testament to the Bloods culture, believing the club is tighter than before.

Blood spills early as Crows ruin Hawks' AFLW homecoming

Hawthorn have been restricted to one first-half goal in their loss to Adelaide, while Carlton beat Collingwood and Melbourne downed West Coast.

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