How AFL will decide new fixture
Four clubs won’t host AFL matches when the season resumes as strict border controls force the league’s hand on a revamped fixture for the remainder of 2020.
Four clubs won’t host AFL matches when the season resumes as strict border controls force the league’s hand on a revamped fixture for the remainder of 2020.
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Football has been challenged like never before and every part of the game has felt the pressure. From mergers, to hubs and list sizes, everything is on the agenda. Now it’s time for you to have your say on the game’s biggest issues.
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WEST Coast can win at the MCG. But can the Eagles win the premiership without Nic Nat? That is the big question after the club’s fighting win against Collingwood, which was a classic case of winning the battle but potentially losing the war.
THE AFL has officially foreshadowed more changes to its judiciary in the off-season after criticism over consistency of the first-year match review officer this year.
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GARY Ablett has copped criticism for his lack of defensive intensity but as we enter the last part of the season there’s no doubt the little master will fire up. LISTEN TO THE SUPERFOOTY PODCAST
WEST Coast coach Adam Simpson has backed the staff member who attacked waiting media at Perth airport as Nic Naitanui’s worst fears are confirmed with the star ruckman needing a knee reconstruction.
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