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Dogs coach takes a catty nip ahead of Smith showdown

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.

'We don't want to do that': Swans coach on repeat bans

'We don't want to do that': Swans coach on repeat bans

'We don't want to do that': Swans coach on repeat bans

'We don't want to do that': Swans coach on repeat bans

Poor discipline and bad technique is costing Sydney, says coach Dean Cox after two key players were suspended for separate high hits on Carlton defenders.

Legends demand AFL action on falling Indigenous numbers

Legends demand AFL action on falling Indigenous numbers

Legends demand AFL action on falling Indigenous numbers

Legends demand AFL action on falling Indigenous numbers

Two of footy's Indigenous greats hope Sir Doug Nicholls Round can spark action to reverse the falling number of First Nations players on AFL club lists.

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Darwin dominance done, Suns clock on for next shift

Darwin dominance done, Suns clock on for next shift

Gold Coast have refocused after another successful Darwin jaunt, Bailey Humphrey keen to continue his form surge on a Melbourne trip to face St Kilda.

Essendon legend Hird makes call on coaching future

Essendon legend Hird makes call on coaching future

Not even a provocative statement from a powerful former Essendon president will distract Bombers coach Brad Scott from his mission of reigniting the club.

GWS lose young gun, TDK return looms for Blues

GWS lose young gun, TDK return looms for Blues

GWS onballer Finn Callaghan is set to spend at least a month on the sidelines with a shoulder injury, while Carlton could regain ruck Tom De Koning.

Concussions could force Eagles star McGovern to retire

Concussions could force Eagles star McGovern to retire

West Coast says the AFL will decide the next step for Jeremy McGovern as the veteran defender struggles to recover from his latest concussion.

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Bailey hype goes up again for massive Cats-Dogs duel

Bailey hype goes up again for massive Cats-Dogs duel

Bailey hype goes up again for massive Cats-Dogs duel

Bailey hype goes up again for massive Cats-Dogs duel

Bailey Smith has sat out Geelong training ahead of Thursday night's massive clash against the Western Bulldogs.

Scott backs in key AFL official after pub meeting

Scott backs in key AFL official after pub meeting

Scott backs in key AFL official after pub meeting

Scott backs in key AFL official after pub meeting

The AFL has been under fire in recent times over various issues but the league has had the strong backing from an unlikely source after a pub meeting.

Lions still 'mix and matching' to fill Daniher absence

Lions still 'mix and matching' to fill Daniher absence

Lions still 'mix and matching' to fill Daniher absence

Lions still 'mix and matching' to fill Daniher absence

Brisbane Lions captain Lachie Neale is urging his side to release the shackles as they continue to adjust to life after retired spearhead Joe Daniher.

'Robust' discussion on the menu as AFL, coaches meet

'Robust' discussion on the menu as AFL, coaches meet

'Robust' discussion on the menu as AFL, coaches meet

'Robust' discussion on the menu as AFL, coaches meet

AFL chief executive Andrew Dillon is having a series of meetings with AFL coaches amid growing unhappiness among the clubs about head office.

Dangerfield hamstrung for big Cats-Bulldogs clash

Dangerfield hamstrung for big Cats-Bulldogs clash

Dangerfield hamstrung for big Cats-Bulldogs clash

Dangerfield hamstrung for big Cats-Bulldogs clash

Geelong have confirmed that captain Patrick Dangerfield is out of Thursday night's AFL blockbuster against the Western Bulldogs with his hamstring injury.

'There's a chance': Buckley flags interest in Devils

'There's a chance': Buckley flags interest in Devils

'There's a chance': Buckley flags interest in Devils

'There's a chance': Buckley flags interest in Devils

Collingwood great Nathan Buckley has met with Tasmania Devils boss Brendon Gale and is open to joining the AFL expansion club as its inaugural coach.

How Kangaroos are seeking to guarantee more MCG games

How Kangaroos are seeking to guarantee more MCG games

How Kangaroos are seeking to guarantee more MCG games

How Kangaroos are seeking to guarantee more MCG games

North Melbourne ended their MCG drought in the first of three games at the venue this season and Charlie Comben hopes there will be many more in future.

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Lions' hunger questioned but Fagan doesn't see pattern

Chris Fagan has questioned his side's hunger after a shock loss to the fast-finishing Melbourne Demons but is adamant it's no "premiership hangover".

Crows beware - Eagles have learnt how to win

West Coast have posted their first win under coach Andrew McQualter after producing their best pressure display of the season in a 28-point win over St Kilda.

Selwood fondly remembered as AFL world mourns

A minute's silence has been held before West Coast's AFL clash with St Kilda to pay tribute to Adam Selwood, who died on Saturday.

Brave Eagles do it for Selwood in shock win over Saints

West Coast have posted their first win under coach Andrew McQualter, overcoming a five-goal haul from Jack Higgins to post a 28-point victory over St Kilda.

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Final-term 'annihilation' sparks Demons over Lions

Clayton Oliver found form as Melbourne came from 24 points behind to shock Brisbane in an 11-point Gabba win that left the Lions with work to do.

'Big Foot' Zurhaar fires as Kangas break MCG drought

Cam Zurhaar overcame a foot injury to kick four crucial goals as North Melbourne beat Richmond by four points to secure their first MCG triumph in eight years.

Dislocated shoulder set to sideline GWS star Callaghan

Scans have confirmed GWS midfielder Finn Callaghan suffered a "minor" shoulder dislocation in his collision with Fremantle's Patrick Voss.

Key Bulldog Weightman to miss rest of AFL season

The Western Bulldogs continue to pile on big scores despite coach Luke Beveridge confirming they will be without a vital forward for the rest of the season.

'Unflappable' Dog Dale breaks club record in AFL rout

The Western Bulldogs have provided a brutal reality check for Essendon, booting the first nine goals to set up a 91-point demolition of the Bombers.

Port coach moves to defuse Rioli row with Bulldogs

Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley has moved to ease tensions with his Western Bulldogs counterpart Luke Beveridge over the Willie Rioli case.

Cameron, Smith star as Cats down Port amid injury chaos

Jeremy Cameron has kicked seven goals and Bailey Smith had 30 touches as Geelong hammered Port Adelaide by 76 points in a clash marred by five serious injuries.

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