Footy tips: Are Tigers vulnerable in GF rematch?
Richmond has surged into the top four on the back of three straight wins while GWS is losing ground on the top eight. But our experts are tipping an upset this weekend.
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The Tackle: Pie ‘animal’ firming for AA nod
Everyone is on the Darcy Moore bandwagon for All Australian selection and rightly so, but another Collingwood defender deserves every bit as much consideration as the Pies’ backline propels their resurgence.
Breakthrough in AFL contract freeze … now for fixture
There is hope coming for clubs and players looking to sign new contracts. The deals won’t be simple but they do have a big impact on the fixture. Jon Ralph explains.
The Tackle: Big, bad, bustling … Charlie?
He’s been a key figure in Port Adelaide’s surge to the top of the AFL ladder and Mark Robinson says Charlie Dixon is playing with the passion and power of another former premiership spearhead. Plus, all Robbo’s Round 7 likes and dislikes.
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Bowes to miss first leg of Perth double
GOLD Coast is likely to lose Jack Bowes to suspension as the Suns prepare for the first step of a Perth double-header that will include staying the week in the west.
Caddy accepts, Sun offered ban
RICHMOND star Josh Caddy will miss Sunday’s blockbuster against Hawthorn after accepting a one-match ban while Sun Jack Bowes has been offered the same penalty with a host of fines handed out.
Lynch: It’s not the best game I’ve played
AFTER a goalless start to the season, Tom Lynch put Carlton to sword with a personal best eight-goal but the star forward played down his sparkling performance.
Where would Tigers be without Dusty?
THE Tigers wouldn’t want Dustin Martin to fall over because no team is more reliant on a single player, and why Demons fans should be salivating. Where does your club sit at Round 2?
Injury curse brings Pies undone
NATHAN Buckley was proud of his players but frustrated luck was against his battle-scarred team, but the Collingwood coach predicted there was a “payday” coming. RECAP ALL THE DAY’S ACTION
Why Suns must sell the farm for Lynch
GOLD Coast chief Mark Evans said pre-game the Suns wouldn’t pay overs to keep Tom Lynch but after star forward’s career-high eight goals against Carlton, the club may have to reconsider that position.
Day determined to make forward role his own
SAM Day has overcome a number of injuries throughout his career and he’s been moved all over the ground when fit. It’s a testament to his dedication and his versatility that he notches up game 100 this weekend and he’s determined to keep his spot in the Suns team.
Viney sets target for Demon return
AFL DAILY: Melbourne star and co-captain Jack Viney wants to be back in action for the Demons in four weeks. But given his injury was last week listed as 6-8 weeks, is this possible?
Ban stands: Douglas appeal fails
AFL DAILY: ADELAIDE star Richard Douglas will miss Thursday night’s blockbuster against Richmond after he failed to convince the tribunal he didn’t hit Zach Merrett in the head. Plus catch up on all today’s footy news.
Super Rankings: Just how good was Nic Nat?
HE might not have played a game for over a year but you wouldn’t have known it by watching Nic Naitanui on Sunday night. Where did his performance land him in the Super Rankings? SEE THE LIST
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