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Its premiership defence faltered, but Collingwood enjoyed another bumper financial year following a controversial call in 2023.
Even when they won the flag, the Pies had one glaring weakness we could all recognise. Now, after the draft period, not only is that not the case, the club believes it’s spoiled for choice in that area.
Collingwood’s “players over picks” strategy was music to the ears of a veteran, who is confident in the club’s aggressive flag bid.
Collingwood AFLW players are “bullish” that a coaching overhaul can deliver a similar meteoric rise to the men’s team.
Collingwood has decided how many of its senior players will go again in what could be one last premiership push in 2025.
When the 44-man All-Australian squad was released, St Kilda ruckman Rowan Marshall was a notable omission. Now, one of this year’s selectors has explained why he missed out.
Jeff Browne could step down as Collingwood president in the next 12 months as part of a succession plan, with a likely replacement already earmarked for one of footy’s top jobs.
Collingwood says it will “consider” a trade request made by a contracted defender after the Pies’ season ended on the weekend.
The Pies finished 2024 on a high, but are the latest reigning premiers to miss the finals the year after winning it all. Glenn McFarlane details how they can contend again next year.
The AFL Match Review has handed down its punishment to Kossie Pickett and it’s horrible news for the Demons’ 2025 campaign.
Pending a miracle, Collingwood will become the third reigning premier in four years to miss out on the finals. So, a big trade and free agency period awaits – what do the Pies need?
Collingwood signed off on its premiership defence with a commanding win over Melbourne in a dramatic match that featured a lightning delay and a 65-minute last quarter.
Extreme weather conditions made for a dramatic outing that could seal Daicos’ first Brownlow Medal and win the SuperCoach Grand Final for many. Recap all the action from the first game of SuperCoach grand final week.
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