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Eagles brace for aerial battle with high-flyin' Saint

Eagles brace for aerial battle with high-flyin' Saint

Liam Ryan will face his former West Coast teammates for the first time when he lines up for St Kilda in Sunday's clash with the Eagles at Marvel Stadium.

Kangas aim to box with best as giant litmus test awaits

Kangas aim to box with best as giant litmus test awaits

Kangas aim to box with best as giant litmus test awaits

Kangas aim to box with best as giant litmus test awaits

North Melbourne have made their best start to an AFL season in a decade but face a tough run over the next month, starting with GWS in Canberra.

Yze wants bad taste to linger for winless Tigers

Yze wants bad taste to linger for winless Tigers

Yze wants bad taste to linger for winless Tigers

Yze wants bad taste to linger for winless Tigers

Richmond are winless from seven games this season, closing in on a club-record run of outs, and coach Adem Yze hopes the results sting his players.

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Dees fear worst for midfielder after latest knee injury

Dees fear worst for midfielder after latest knee injury

Melbourne midfielder Jai Culley faces another lengthy stint on the sidelines after hurting his left knee in the big win over Richmond.

Pickett faces bump scrutiny after starring in Dees' win

Pickett faces bump scrutiny after starring in Dees' win

Kysaiah Pickett starred in Melbourne's big win over Richmond but could be in hot water over high contact with Tigers midfielder Jacob Hopper.

Cruel blow for Magpies defender as Hill returns in VFL

Cruel blow for Magpies defender as Hill returns in VFL

Unlucky Collingwood defender Reef McInnes has suffered another serious knee injury in the same VFL game where Bobby Hill made his return to action.

AFL appeals board under fire for homophobia findings

AFL appeals board under fire for homophobia findings

Lance Collard's lengthy suspension for a homophobic slur was reduced on appeal, but the AFL has smashed the appeals board over the decision and its reasoning.

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From East Freo to the MCG: Bomber marvels at big year

From East Freo to the MCG: Bomber marvels at big year

From East Freo to the MCG: Bomber marvels at big year

From East Freo to the MCG: Bomber marvels at big year

After playing an Anzac Day game a year ago in front of 2607 WA fans, the Bombers-Magpies clash will be a somewhat bigger occasion this time for a young forward.

Murder charge over missing brother of football great

Murder charge over missing brother of football great

Murder charge over missing brother of football great

Murder charge over missing brother of football great

Police have made a major breakthrough in a 14-year missing persons case involving the fraudster brother of a former elite footballer.

'We want to keep him': Giants coach on star forward

'We want to keep him': Giants coach on star forward

'We want to keep him': Giants coach on star forward

'We want to keep him': Giants coach on star forward

GWS forward Jesse Hogan is out of contract at the end of the season and is set to be heavily chased by rivals if he chooses to explore his options.

Reeling Blues set for more pain against stingy Freo

Reeling Blues set for more pain against stingy Freo

Reeling Blues set for more pain against stingy Freo

Reeling Blues set for more pain against stingy Freo

Carlton are enduring a season from hell both on and off the field and there is set to be plenty more pain when they take on Fremantle in Perth on Saturday.

Bulldogs key forward cleared of major injury after loss

Bulldogs key forward cleared of major injury after loss

Bulldogs key forward cleared of major injury after loss

Bulldogs key forward cleared of major injury after loss

Key defender Rory Lobb has joined an expanding injury list at the Western Bulldogs, ruled out for up to a month after hurting his hamstring.

'We need everyone': Port coach on quelling top Cat

'We need everyone': Port coach on quelling top Cat

'We need everyone': Port coach on quelling top Cat

'We need everyone': Port coach on quelling top Cat

Port Adelaide coach Josh Carr says a star Geelong forward looms large in his planning for their Anzac Day clash at Adelaide Oval.

Hard decision: Eagles axe premiership forward Cripps

Hard decision: Eagles axe premiership forward Cripps

Hard decision: Eagles axe premiership forward Cripps

Hard decision: Eagles axe premiership forward Cripps

Premiership forward Jamie Cripps has paid the price for a quiet fortnight, with news of his axing from West Coast's senior side coming on his 34th birthday.

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'Unbridled enthusiasm': Saint to return through VFL

One of St Kilda's most important players could be back in the AFL as early as next week as he makes his long-awaited injury comeback.

'Don't overthink it': Suns mids search for answers

Touk Miller has addressed Gold Coast's curious midfield struggles ahead of a Hawthorn test in Tasmania that will reveal how the Suns are travelling.

The ‘absolute freaks’ driving Demons' dramatic revival

Melbourne are up and about ahead of their clash with Richmond, and it's a group of talented youngsters providing a spark.

Curnow in seventh heaven as Swans feast on Bulldogs

Star recruit Charlie Curnow has produced his best performance since crossing to Sydney, kicking seven goals in a 66-point win over the Western Bulldogs.

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Collard's 'crippling' homophobic slur ban reduced

The AFL appeal board has slashed St Kilda forward Lance Collard's suspension for using a homophobic slur in a VFL match.

Magpies make Anzac Day call on skipper, Hill return

Collingwood are taking a conservative approach with hamstrung captain Darcy Moore, while a premiership hero will feature in the VFL.

Tears shed as troubled Sun named for Gold Coast debut

Jamarra Ugle-Hagan endured a year from hell in 2025, but things are looking bright for him this season as he prepares to make his Gold Coast debut.

Carlton formally report to AFL over Hollands incident

Carlton have formally reported back to the AFL after investigating how Elijah Hollands' public mental health episode was allowed to take place at the MCG.

Adelaide captain named for return after family tragedy

Adelaide captain Jordan Dawson has been named in the Crows' extended squad, a week after missing a game due to the sudden death of his older brother.

Fagan wants Brisbane Lions to bare defensive teeth

Brisbane have coughed up triple-figures scores to the opposition in three games already this season and must tighten up if they are to defend their premiership.

'Nothing to lose' for Tigers as spearhead makes return

Faced with a big test on the big stage, Richmond coach Adem Yze will find some reprieve from an injury crisis for their Anzac Day clash against Melbourne.

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