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'This isn't a grand final win': Eagles get back to work

'This isn't a grand final win': Eagles get back to work

West Coast's upset win over St Kilda brought plenty of joy to a club in suffering, but the team faces an even tougher task against Adelaide this week.

Debutant fires in Essendon's scrappy Dreamtime win

Debutant fires in Essendon's scrappy Dreamtime win

Debutant fires in Essendon's scrappy Dreamtime win

Debutant fires in Essendon's scrappy Dreamtime win

Essendon have responded from a 91-point smashing last week, taking care of Richmond in a sluggish Dreamtime at the 'G contest.

Love is in the air as star Eagle re-signs until 2027

Love is in the air as star Eagle re-signs until 2027

Love is in the air as star Eagle re-signs until 2027

Love is in the air as star Eagle re-signs until 2027

West Coast have re-signed a trio of players, including a star who briefly considered joining arch-rivals Fremantle at the end of last year.

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'Everything happens for a reason': Rioli ahead of 100th

'Everything happens for a reason': Rioli ahead of 100th

After two major controversies this season, Port Adelaide's Indigenous forward Willie Rioli will reach 100 AFL games in the Sir Doug Nicholls round.

Bailey Smith's new barb pours fuel on Cats-Dogs rivalry

Bailey Smith's new barb pours fuel on Cats-Dogs rivalry

Geelong recruit Bailey Smith has poured more fuel on the fire in his ongoing rivalry with the Western Bulldogs with another pointed dig at his former club.

Demons jump to the defence of out-of-form spearhead

Demons jump to the defence of out-of-form spearhead

Jacob Van Rooyen has taken a surprise step back this year, but Melbourne are backing the spearhead to regain his mojo and play a key part in the club's future.

Luke Jackson feels the love as Dockers stalk top eight

Luke Jackson feels the love as Dockers stalk top eight

Luke Jackson will once again play as Fremantle's sole ruck, with teammates wrapping their arms around the star as rumours swirl about a move back to Melbourne.

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Dogs coach Beveridge in fiery Cornes confrontation

Dogs coach Beveridge in fiery Cornes confrontation

Dogs coach Beveridge in fiery Cornes confrontation

Dogs coach Beveridge in fiery Cornes confrontation

Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge's frosty relationship with commentator Kane Cornes reached a flashpoint in a fiery interaction at GMHBA Stadium.

Lions hope sore AFL star only needs the weekend off

Lions hope sore AFL star only needs the weekend off

Lions hope sore AFL star only needs the weekend off

Lions hope sore AFL star only needs the weekend off

Keidean Coleman and Oscar McInerney are big-name Brisbane Lions omissions as coach Chris Fagan prepares to coach his 200th AFL game.

Reunion gives Blues-Giants clash extra spice

Reunion gives Blues-Giants clash extra spice

Reunion gives Blues-Giants clash extra spice

Reunion gives Blues-Giants clash extra spice

There are no grudges between GWS and inaugural player Nick Haynes, but Giants coach Adam Kingsley won't be wishing the Carlton defender well for their reunion.

'It doesn't matter': Voss to draw on message from Ange

'It doesn't matter': Voss to draw on message from Ange

'It doesn't matter': Voss to draw on message from Ange

'It doesn't matter': Voss to draw on message from Ange

Michael Voss relished a text from Carlton fan Ange Postecoglou after the Europa League final, explaining there are lessons to learn from the Tottenham manager.

Tighter defence gives Kangas chance to take down Pies

Tighter defence gives Kangas chance to take down Pies

Tighter defence gives Kangas chance to take down Pies

Tighter defence gives Kangas chance to take down Pies

North Melbourne will start rank outsiders against AFL ladder leaders Collingwood but hope their improving team defence can be the key to an upset.

Smith shines as Cats survive Dogs' challenge in classic

Smith shines as Cats survive Dogs' challenge in classic

Smith shines as Cats survive Dogs' challenge in classic

Smith shines as Cats survive Dogs' challenge in classic

Bailey Smith was the central figure as Geelong outlasted the Western Bulldogs by 14 points in a high-scoring and entertaining contest.

Richmond star to make comeback in rare VFL appearance

Richmond star to make comeback in rare VFL appearance

Richmond star to make comeback in rare VFL appearance

Richmond star to make comeback in rare VFL appearance

After being struck down by yet another soft-tissue injury, Richmond star Dion Prestia will play the "long game" before returning at AFL level.

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Blues' Hollands takes leave again as De Koning returns

Carlton's Elijah Hollands has taken personal leave for the second time this season while teammate Tom De Koning headlines the inclusions in round 11.

AFL giant Walls gives message from beyond the grave

A decorated player, a ruthless coach and an insightful media performer, Robert Walls has been remembered as a "big softie" around his family.

Star Eagle all class during worrying concussion battle

West Coast are still unsure when Jeremy McGovern will front a panel of concussion experts in what will decide his AFL fate.

Sacrifices to help Daicos, Magpies hit bigger heights

Collingwood are flying with Nick Daicos starring but coach Craig McRae believes the Magpies are only just getting started and can help out their star even more.

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Giants give Greene light for skipper's new role

With injuries depleting Greater Western Sydney's midfield stock, crafty forward Toby Greene is set to spend time breaking opposition hearts onball instead.

The curse Bulldogs coach Beveridge 'wore heavily'

Once a graveyard for the Western Bulldogs, GMHBA Stadium has become a ground Luke Beveridge and his players no longer fear.

'Blown away' Lions coach makes big AFLW call

AFLW mainstay Craig Starcevich doesn't think the competition is a one-horse race, despite North Melbourne's dominance over the Lions in last year's final.

Demon Petracca reaffirms AFL future ahead of milestone

Christian Petracca has fought back tears while detailing last year's life-threatening injuries, and insists he is committed to Melbourne's future success.

Why coach Luke Beveridge considers himself a 'pushover'

With contract negotiations with the Western Bulldogs well advanced, coach Luke Beveridge has revealed why he refuses to appoint a manager.

'Not a disaster': Hinkley brushes early handover talk

Ken Hinkley insists Port Adelaide's 4-6 record isn't disastrous as he attempts to reverse the AFL club's fortunes this season before handing over to Josh Carr.

Dogs coach takes a catty nip ahead of Smith showdown

Bailey Smith has trained away from the cameras in Geelong, but the Cats insist their superstar will be right for a grudge match against the Western Bulldogs.

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