Roos put Horne-Francis in ‘a really awful position’
It was the highly publicised move that rocked the trade period. Now Port Adelaide premiership player Dean Brogan gives his take on why Jason Horne-Francis was right to leave the Roos.
It was the highly publicised move that rocked the trade period. Now Port Adelaide premiership player Dean Brogan gives his take on why Jason Horne-Francis was right to leave the Roos.
Even the most optimistic, passionate Power fan must be a little concerned, writes Graham Cornes.
Cam Rayner is ready to play anywhere for a strong Brisbane Lions team expected to challenge for this year’s AFL premiership.
Collingwood will allow Port Adelaide to wear its prison bars guernsey in this year’s Showdown. And the Power has agreed to help out the Pies in return.
Tex Wanganeen is about to become a man in demand. The rising star is a member of academies at both Port Adelaide and Essendon. But his recent move to Victoria isn’t about the Bombers. Here’s the story of the looming tug-of-war.
Port Adelaide’s 2020 First Nations jumper design will pay tribute to the ancestors and the 62 indigenous players who have ran out onto the field for the Alberton club.
What was that, North Melbourne? The Kangaroos are in a world of pain and major cuts will be made to the playing list at season’s end. Plus, Robbo’s likes and dislikes in The Tackle as he praises an underrated Magpie.
Richmond forward Jack Riewoldt has escaped with a fine for his strike to Port Adelaide captain Tom Jonas’ groin during their Saturday night clash. Meanwhile, a star Lion has been banned for a week. SEE THE MRO LATEST
If anyone was wondering about Port Adelaide’s premiership credentials, they need only look back at a remarkable final term where they dominated the reigning Premiers and signalled a warning to the footy world.
He was absolutely fuming in the coaches’ box when Josh Caddy gave away a double 50m penalty, but Richmond coach Damien Hardwick had settled after the Tigers’ loss to Port Adelaide, calling on his charges to be more disciplined.
The AFL is close to releasing the next fixture block after Round 13, and the league isn’t ruling out another festival of footy if the players give it the green light. Here’s a few hints what the next few rounds may contain.
Any concerns about the state of the AFL were immediately disregarded following Saturday’s enthralling contest at Adelaide Oval.
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