Rioli saga takes fresh twist as forward to miss Power training
Willie Rioli won’t be at Alberton on Tuesday for Port Adelaide training following his now-deleted Instagram post, with the forward to take leave from the club.
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‘Failures’: Coach shocks with brutal footage
Hawthorn coach Sam Mitchell has been praised for exposing his team’s “failures” in a brutal loss as he copped a grilling on national TV.
Brownlow winner struck down again
A hamstring strain has put the AFL return of a Brownlow winning superstar in some doubt while an Essendon big-man’s season is over.
Bombshell report of AFL club’s coach swap
Simon Goodwin may have as little as three games left to save his job at Melbourne, and a rival coach has emerged as his possible replacement.
Premiers stun the Bulldogs in 77-year first
Reigning premier Brisbane has roared back from a huge hole to stun the Western Bulldogs in an AFL comeback for the ages.
Lions come from nowhere to stun Dogs in game of the year
The Bulldogs were in control at Norwood Oval on Saturday – then Eric Hipwood and the Lions flicked the switch, resulting in one of the games of the season.
Bittersweet return for new Lion at Norwood’s ‘field of dreams’
One of Norwood’s finest will make a return in the Bulldogs-Lions blockbuster. But it will be a bittersweet homecoming for Sam Day, with his biggest supporter not sitting in the stands.
How Lions plan to limit threat of Bulldogs star
The Brisbane Lions are well aware of the threat that Western Bulldogs star Sam Darcy will pose on Saturday.
Gold Coast
‘I teared up’: Beautiful Barossa lives up to hype
Barossa Park’s first AFL match was a raging success – and everything premier Peter Malinauskas imagined. Matt Turner and Ruby Stewart recap an historic day in Adelaide.
Inside Gold Coast’s assault to become ‘the aggressor’
After 14 years of poor performances and poaching raids, Suns chairman Bob East has declared his club is ‘on the attack’. Callum Dick analyses Gold Coast’s time in the AFL.
‘Keep it in the memory bank’: Mac v Riley rivalry set to last
Mac Andrew and Riley Thilthorpe clashed all day, with the Sun having the last laugh – and letting his rival know about it. But Thilthorpe will ‘keep it in his memory bank’ for the next time.
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Forgotten Bomber in the mix to fill Bryan void
Essendon was all set on the dual-ruck setup – but that plan will have to change after Nick Bryan’s devastating ACL injury was confirmed. Who will replace him? Get all the daily news here.
‘Got to be patient’: How deep are Swans’ forward line woes?
Do the Swans need a forward line makeover, or do they just need to be patient and wait for their cavalry to return? Lachie McKirdy unpacks how Dean Cox tackles the Swans’ Achilles heel.
‘Transformational’ coach linked to shock switch, ‘mopers’ roasted
A shock coach defection has been floated, while West Coast copped it from all angles. Ed Bourke watched Monday night’s footy TV shows so you didn’t have to – here’s what you missed.
Stars savaged as damning vision exposed
Multiple Hawthorn players have come under heavy fire after being exposed by damning footage in the wake of their horror loss.
Eddie makes ‘emotional’ return to Collingwood after four-year exile
Eddie McGuire placed himself in self-imposed exile after stepping down from Collingwood’s presidency four years ago, but last week made an emotional return to the club. Jay Clark has the details.
‘Deep-seated pain’: Rioli backed after racist backlash to post
Port Adelaide says Willie Rioli and his family hold ‘deep-seated pain’ towards Hawthorn, and the club has backed him after racist backlash despite conceding social media wasn’t the right forum.
Dockers star slapped with lengthy ban
A Fremantle forward has been hit with a three-match ban by the MRO for a forceful strike which left a rival with a broken nose.
Petracca pulls out of investigation into ribs injury
Christian Petracca won’t take further part in a joint review by the AFL and player’s union into the catastrophic rib injury he suffered on King’s Birthday. JON RALPH has the details.
The Lowdown: How do Crows tackle big ruck problem?
The Crows arguably have the best key forwards in the league, but Reilly O’Brien isn’t putting in the performances Adelaide needs in the ruck. See the full likes and dislikes in The Lowdown.
SuperCoach: Key takeaways from Gather Round Sunday
Connor Rozee had disappointed SuperCoaches in the early part of the season, but he, Zak Butters and Jason Horne-Francis proved why they’re SuperCoach pedigree.
Big movers in CBAs, kick-ins, time on ground from Gather Round
Big wins for the brave: John Noble’s club switch is paying off in spades, Willem Drew’s midfield surge turns heads and Ned Long’s breakout game could reshape trade plans. See the biggest SuperCoach role changes from Gather Round and who’s cashing in.
Triple treat for SuperCoaches as 70 DPPs locked in
The game is about to change. SuperCoaches have been given a triple treat of forward premiums, while plenty of rookies have also found another home. See the full list of new dual position players.
Eric’s epic second half hands Lions massive comeback
Eric Hipwood had one touch in the first half, but come full time he had five goals to his name as the Lions managed a 10-goal turnaround in the second half.
Staying or going? Every AFL free agent up for grabs
More than 110 players are set to become free agents at the end of the season. But how many will look to make a move? See the full list and get the latest on the big names.
Why LDU knocked back rivals – and what it means for Saints
When North Melbourne’s players erupted in the Barossa on Friday, St Kilda’s recruiting war room slumped. A big tick for the Roos list team is another cross for the Saints. So, where to now?
Trade latest: Rivals circle giant Pie, Showdown for Nas heats up
Darcy Cameron is set for a big pay rise, but will it be at Collingwood? Tom De Koning’s decision could be the deciding factor as the two SA clubs go head-to-head for Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera.
Trade latest: Clubs prepare to raid Gold Coast for unloved Sun
The Suns’ hot start to 2025 has some great talent sitting on the sidelines, leaving rival clubs plotting to steal some young stars away from Damien Hardwick’s squad.
‘Baffling’ AFLW rule leaves non-Vic clubs seething
An AFLW coach has called for change as a quirk of the competition’s lengthy off-season hands one group of clubs a distinct advantage as the 2025 season approaches.
Why Erin Phillips doesn’t want to be an AFLW coach
She’s one of the most decorated players in the history of AFLW, but this former Crow and Power star has no aspirations to return as a coach.
AFL icon reveals heartbreaking diagnosis
AFL icon Dani Laidley has revealed she has been diagnosed with a ‘very rare’ brain tumour after suffering a spate of bad headaches.
Scouting notes: Cats add ex-AFLW talent, Falcons grads to VFLW list
Fans got their first look at Geelong’s VFLW list in a pre-season scratch match, the new-look side aided by the experience of two ex-AFLW names. Plus, a Geelong champion lines up for the opposition.
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‘He could win another Brownlow!’
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Simon Goodwin ‘could have 3 games left’
AFL: Melbourne Demons coach Simon Goodwin could have as little as three games left to save his career says Jon Ralph.
Dees ‘falling back into bad habits?’
AFL: The On The Couch panel reveal vision of the Melbourne Demons that could prove they are falling back into bad habits at centre bounces.
‘All mopers’: Eagles under the spotlight
AFL: Gerard Whateley and Garry Lyon discuss West Coast’s recent form and reveal interesting vision from their most recent clash against the Blues….
Lyon reveals damning Hawks vision
AFL: On AFL 360, Garry Lyon and Gerard Whately analysed some damning Hawks vision against Port Adelaide.
SuperCoach AFL: 70 new DPPs, upgrade season, and who to trade out! | The Phantom’s Lair
The Phantom, Five Names, and Temu Hipster are back in the Lair following a huge Gather Round weekend full of footy, SuperCoach, and plenty of…
Voss slapped with ban for BRUTAL strike
AFL: Patrick Voss was hit with a three-match suspension for this incident which gave Nick Vlastuin a broken nose.
Mid-season draft with a twist: AFL’s ploy to find next Mason Cox
The AFL is set to head to America to find a new batch of talent to bring to the game. But there is a catch that might just show where footy is headed in its next evolution.
2026 AFL Gather Round Proposed Schedule
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‘Isn’t the standard’: President’s letter ups Demon pressure
On Monday the Melbourne president tried to calm an agitated supporter base after a winless start but made no mention of one key figure.
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Port gave Hawks a reality check.
Ralph: ‘Catastrophic’ idea to have Gather Round anywhere else
Gather Round III is officially done, and if there’s one key takeaway, writes Jon Ralph it’s that no matter if there’s higher bids, the AFL can’t consider moving the festival of footy.
Wreck It Ralph: The one thing Gather Round was missing
Jon Ralph provides his highlights and lowlights from Gather Round in Adelaide, and where he believes future editions of the event should be held….
The Tackle: Maligned Bomber deserves big payday that’s coming
There were talks the Dons should let Sam Draper walk and grab a compensation pick. Not anymore after Nick Bryan’s injury. Jay Clark writes, Draper deserves all the money coming his way.
Youi fan moment from Gather Round
A dedicated Roos supporter clunking one of the weekend’s best marks takes out the Youi Fan Moment of the Round.
‘More belief’: Kangas confident amid struggle fears
North Melbourne won just eight games in the past three seasons and two massive losses have some questioning whether they can get better.
An ‘extra special’ return home to SA for the AFL’s shortest player
Isaiah Dudley was overlooked for three years. On Sunday, he was playing in the Barossa Valley. This is the story of the 168cm Docker’s rise, told by family, including uncle Eddie Betts.
‘Hatred’: Truth behind star’s taunt revealed
Port Adelaide forward Willie Rioli has launched an attack on Hawthorn in a now-deleted social media post following Sunday night’s spicy Gather Round clash.
‘A great mate’: Cats pair’s growing on-and-off field partnership
Geelong’s reigning best and fairest winner has opened up on the special, burgeoning relationship with the Cats’ biggest recruit ahead of the 2025 season.
Adelaide Crows reveal hidden talents
Adelaide Crows players reveal each other’s hidden talents at Gather Round from the Toyota bZ4x boot.
‘Unfair’: Hinkley bristles amid jubilation for key win
The focus was on Ken Hinkley going in to Sunday’s grudge match with Hawthorn but the Port coach just wanted to win and then celebrate hitting back at a post-match question he didn’t like.
‘Taught us a lesson’: Hawks failed acid test
The Hawthorn showmen were nowhere to be seen at Adelaide Oval on Sunday night leaving the coach lamenting a wake-up call for his team.
Premiership Pie’s future set to shape Collingwood’s 2025 draft
A small forward who has never trained with the club has emerged as the latest hot draft prospect linked to the Magpies, but whether he gets to Collingwood might hinge on Brayden Maynard.
‘I reckon it’s really unfair’
AFL: Ken Hinkley has addressed the media following his side’s incredible victory over Hawthorn.
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“We got taught a lesson”
AFL: Hawks coach Sam Mitchell speaks to the media after their round five loss to Port Adelaide.
Not that good? Mitchell questions ‘unacceptable’ Hawks
‘Where did we go wrong?’ – that was the first question Sam Mitchell asked his players after the Adelaide Oval ambush on Sunday night. Did he get any answers? Here’s all the fallout.
Port power over lacklustre Hawks
AFL: Port Adelaide have defeated the Hawks to finish Gather Round at the Adelaide Oval.
Embarrassed Hawks skipper makes big concession
James Sicily expects a massive bounce back against the Cats on Easter Monday – but it’s going to be a long, honest week after what Hawthorn produced against the Power.
‘Trick up his sleeve’: The ‘inspired’ move proving Ken’s still got it
He may be in his final season and entered Gather Round under the pump, but Ken Hinkley showed he’s still got a trick or two up his sleeve. Go inside the Power’s demolition of the Hawks.
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