The call which decided Ashcroft Queensland tug of war
Will and Levi Ashcroft were on track to be Gold Coast Suns players before one call changed their football careers. Now, they are preparing to play their first QClash together as Lions.
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‘Get amongst it’: Scene set for spicy QClash
While he comes across as mild mannered, one Brisbane Lions star is ready to fire up for a few reasons in this Sunday’s QClash.
Why derby shapes as biggest QClash in history
Gold Coast’s blistering start to the 2025 AFL season has set up one of the most significant QClash games in the derby’s short history. This is why.
AFL powerhouse missing from iconic image
It’s the image that confirms teams are premiership contenders, but the club on top of the AFL ladder is missing from the key predictor.
Unpacking the Power’s leadership masterclass to temper JHF
Jason Horne-Francis was ready to explode against North Melbourne, but the efforts of Ken Hinkley and Zak Butters was a masterclass in tempering the red mist. Simeon Thomas-Wilson unpacks it.
Look out, Blues: Crows pair looms for blockbuster clash
The Crows are confident Riley Thilthorpe will face the Blues on Saturday, but what about Darcy Fogarty? Well, he’s still got some work to do to get back after Adelaide’s loss to Freo.
Trade buzz: Five ways Blues can make TDK reject Saints’ millions
As Carlton’s salary cap stands, the Blues are tapped out in terms of what they can offer free agent Tom De Koning. Read the five other ways the Blues can sweeten the deal and more in Moneyball.
False dawn? Examining the rise of reborn finals contenders
Carlton and Port Adelaide are back in finals contention and Melbourne isn’t far behind. The question supporters are asking though — is their resurgence real?
Old Pies set to hit draft jackpot – but there’s a catch
There are four highly-rated young guns tied to Collingwood in this year’s draft, and they all fit a need for Craig McRae’s ageing list. But something – or someone – has to give.
Cause of Anzac Day MCG phone chaos revealed
The MCG is confident it can avoid a repeat of the issue which caused both coaching boxes to lose communications during Friday’s Anzac Day blockbuster. Here’s what happened.
Bobby stole the show – but Anzac Day proves Don has it too
The Daicos brothers started it and Bobby Hill ended it. But, in between, two young Bombers showed just what future Anzac Days might look like. GLENN McFARLANE dissects how it played out.
MCG’s response to Welcome to Country booing
After booing marred a Welcome to Country ceremony earlier on Anzac Day, all eyes were on the MCG ahead of the big match.
Crows sweat on ‘beaten up’ Thilthorpe’s scans
Adelaide remains uncertain about the extent of Riley Thilthorpe’s injury as it counts the cost of a disappointing loss to Fremantle on Friday night.
‘Priority not kicking goals:’ Boring Dockers their own worst enemy
Fremantle has a forward line that is the envy of most teams but still refuses to fight fire with fire. We examine why the Dockers’ defensive mentality has proven costly already this year.
‘Been really beautiful’: Harry opens up on return, secret injury
Harry McKay has opened up on his return to Carlton’s side after stepping away to deal with mental health, speaking to Jon Ralph about his starring role on Sunday, his secret injury and more.
‘Got it so wrong’: Hawk learns his fate
Hawthorn star Conor Nash has been handed his punishment over his shocking Easter Monday act against Geelong at the MCG.
Tsunami fears: Has ‘embarrassed’ GWS lost its greatest weapon?
GWS Giants’ greatest weapon has become one of its greatest failings, with damning statistics revealing how badly the club’s midfield was exposed by Western Bulldogs.
Got Bevo’d: Bulldogs stamp finals claim in coaching masterclass
The Western Bulldogs have claimed a statement victory over GWS — with the win set up by some key tactical moves from the coaches’ box exposing a big weakness of the Giants.
Ginnivan clip causes stir as ugly act exposed
Jack Ginnivan has been called out after cameras captured him performing an outlawed act in his team’s win over West Coast.
Hawks left counting the cost after slipping back into top four
Hawthorn is back into the top four, but will be left licking their wounds after doing enough to get over the line against West Coast under the roof.
New Dees boss gets behind Goodwin, but when will he start?
New Melbourne CEO Paul Guerra has made an early show of support for coach Simon Goodwin as uncertainty surrounds when he will take charge of the club.
Gawn conundrum: Only worthwhile question out of Anzac Eve fizzer
There wasn’t much to learn from an Anzac Eve clash that didn’t go anywhere near justifying the occasion. But there was one question on Scott Gullan’s mind post game. See his analysis here.
AFL great goes postal over awful errors
Hawthorn legend Jason Dunstall could barely believe his eyes during a bizarre stretch in Port Adelaide’s win over North Melbourne.
North won the fight, JHF won the footy war — and Kenny’s fired up
Ken Hinkley has launched an impassioned defence of Jason Horne-Francis after the Power star’s emotions got the better of him against the Kangaroos.
Port’s bread and Butters: Why the Power can’t afford to lose Zak
A club hero has declared why Zak Butters should become Port Adelaide’s first $2 million man, writes Andrew Capel. Vote in the poll.
Fiery scenes as AFL star pulled by teammates
Jason Horne-Francis has lost the plot in fiery scenes against his old club, before committing an act that saw teammates drag him into line.
SuperCoach: Key takeaways from Melbourne v Richmond
It’s official, the big man in red and blue is back and firing. It’s the second-straight clinic from Max Gawn, is he in your side or did you lose faith?
‘I love Melbourne’: Fritsch on VFL circuit breaker, trade rumours
Bayley Fritsch believes he has done enough to stay in Melbourne’s side for now as he opens up on his future and the week he spent in the twos.
‘Unapologetic, hard-arse’: Has the real Ross Lyon returned?
Earlier this season, there were reviews of The White Lotus and reality powerhouse Married At First Sight from Ross Lyon. Now that they’re well and truly gone, is the ‘hard-arse’ here to stay?
St Kilda coach’s ‘massive’ blow up exposed
Ross Lyon was visibly fuming after his team’s loss to the Lions and it has now emerged he turned a flamethrower on his players behind the scenes.
Swans’ season over? Mature Suns mount huge comeback
Is this the maturing of the Gold Coast Suns? After being carved up in the opening half, Damien Hardwick’s men fired up and put the Swans to the sword – is their season done?
Warner reveals: Why I said no to WA riches
Chad Warner has revealed how close he came to taking up a big offer to return to his home state of Western Australia before inking a new deal with Sydney.
Mitchell ‘shocked’ by Allen’s move — is it playing into Hawks’ hands?
Sam Mitchell was ‘shocked’ when he saw Oscar Allen lining up down back – but it might increase the chance the Eagles’ captain leaves. Ed Bourke unpacks what the magnet swinging means.
‘A lot of work to do’: Flynn admits No. 1 ruck role isn’t settled
SuperCoaches – take note. Matt Flynn says he and Bailey Williams are still fighting for the No. 1 ruck role at the Eagles, with Flynn opening up on being dropped after Round 1.
Ugle-Hagan takes leave from Bulldogs to battle personal issues
Jamarra Ugle Hagan’s future at the Bulldogs is under a further cloud after taking a leave of absence in order to tackle his personal issues.
Bevo reveals ‘drama’ could end his Bulldogs reign
The Bulldogs are playing terrific football, but on-field results might not keep Luke Beveridge at the club in 2026. He tells Jay Clark what could decide the huge contract call.
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