Test case looms with Blues star set to face tribunal for umpire hit
Carlton’s Adam Cerra is set to be the first player to face suspension under the new umpire contact ruling following an incident on Thursday night.
Brisbane
Lions ‘shattered’ for fallen teammate
Brisbane’s bid for back-to-back AFL premierships has been rocked by a season-ending injury suffered by one of the team’s most “popular” players.
Footy world says same thing on AFL umpire
AFL umpires making contact with players has roared back into the spotlight after a collision cost Carlton a goal on Thursday night.
Blues ‘downright atrocious’ as season of misery continues
Michael Voss’ former club showed no mercy on Thursday night, delivering a seven-goal blitz that Carlton had no answer for – and one that highlighted the Blues’ woeful skill level.
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‘Big O’ must prove his fitness in reserves
While two players won’t be required to return for the Brisbane Lions via the reserves following lengthy lay-offs, Oscar McInerney will play in the club’s VFL team.
‘Big thing’: Young Lion puts team first
Emerging Brisbane Lions midfielder Levi Ashcroft is adapting to the challenges of playing in the AFL after a stellar career in junior football.
‘Deserved rest’ could end for Lions star
The Lions may be boosted by the return of three players, including ruckman Oscar McInerney, for Saturday’s Gabba battle against the GWS Giants.
Crows produce miracle comeback after Dawson, Keays magic
Adelaide has completed a stunning come-from-behind win after Jordan Dawson inspired a last-quarter surge against a Brisbane Lions side which was left to rue its wastefulness in front of goal.
‘Don’t get booed’: Inside story of how Swann saved Lions
When Greg Swann arrived at the Brisbane Lions he was warned: ‘You’ll know if you’ve done a good job when we come out to play and don’t get booed’. This is how he transformed the club.
The night Adelaide started to believe again
It’s official — Adelaide is a contender again. Matt Turner delves into the Crows’ win over Brisbane Lions, hailing it the club’s best in almost eight years.
‘Wait, what?’: Uproar over AFL high shots
Two of the Brisbane Lions’ biggest names suffered head injuries on Friday, but what happened next surprised those watching on.
Premiers are ‘underdogs’
The coach of the AFL’s reigning premiers has handed the in-form Adelaide Crows a massive compliment.
The awe-inspiring family secret driving Ashcroft legacy
Apart from the two years after Will was drafted, the Ashcroft brothers have been inseparable – and there’s one item in their family home that’s seen everything. Go inside the life of footy’s brilliant brothers.
‘Rock’: Lions hail impact of departing chief
“Exciting” times are ahead for the AFL following the appointment of a new head of football performance who has been given a huge rap by his former club.
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