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AFL star’s tragic five words after bro’s death
AFL champ Joel Selwood has gone public with a devastating message about his brother, who died in tragic circumstances this week.
Betts and Buddy Show: This century’s greatest 25 goals
There’s been 126,666 goals kicked in this century. Josh Barnes has narrowed that list down to his top 25, with Eddie Betts and Lance Franklin prominent. Did he get it right? HAVE YOUR SAY.
Goodwin opens up: Healing, hope and lifting Dees’ heavy cloud
Drugs, culture questions and a big fall from the top – Simon Goodwin’s Demons have been through football hell. But as he reveals in detail for the first time, things have changed – for good.
Partner detail in likely $20m Reid contract
West Coast is set to throw everything at AFL draft sensation Harley Reid but his partner could have a big say on his future.
King avoids ACL tear, Saints provide Sinclair, Wood update
St Kilda fans can breathe a collective sigh of relief after it was revealed star forward Max King has avoided a serious knee injury. Plus, the latest on Jack Sinclair and Mason Wood.
Houston to remain Pies’ half-back
AFL: Collingwood’s Dan Houston will remain as the Pie’s choice half-back.
Port fans left in dark about succession plan stunner
Ken Hinkley and Port Adelaide’s top brass have remained quiet — at least publicly — after news broke of a impending coaching succession plan. MATT TURNER has the latest.
The emotional moment Petracca truth became clear
There is no doubt what Christian Petracca went through last year had the star questioning his future. But Simon Goodwin knew in December – his star was back and ready to get even better.
‘I know it’s been tough…’: Ken’s message to Port fans
There may have been no mention of the proposed succession plan but Port Adelaide coach Ken Hinkley has addressed fans at the club’s family day…
Dons’ dual half-back threat lights up match sim
Majority of Essendon’s best 23 had the chance to play together in match sim on Saturday as the battle for a list spot heated up. Get the latest intel.
Dons show off new half-back weapon
The pairing of Dylan Shiel and Mason Redman starred as Essendon ramps up towards practice matches with a lengthy match simulation session.
Carlton’s prized pick shines in match sim
Boom draftee Jagga Smith looked sharp in the contest through the midfield and seems a lock for a round 1 debut against Richmond next month.
Blues return to IKON Park for Open Training
A 2000-strong Blues crowd in attendance at IKON Park watched on as Carlton returned to open training
Fagan tells AFL bosses how it is – and now they’re listening
Tension between the 18 clubs and AFL House was sky high at the end of last season. Now, after premiership Chris Fagan delivered a strong assessment, the league is changing.
Curnow in doubt for pre-season clash after injury scare
Carlton superstar Charlie Curnow sent a scare through the club on Saturday, while Jagga Smith moves closer to a round 1 debut. Glenn McFarlane has the latest in track watch.
The elephant Port must still get out of the room
Port Adelaide planning to confirm its succession plan from Ken Hinkley to Josh Carr before round 1 is odd timing. This could and should have been done by now, as MATT TURNER writes.
Thilthorpe and Peatling dominate in Crows match sim
If what we saw from Adelaide’s forward line on Friday is a sign of things to come, opposition defenders are officially on notice.
Longmire surprises Swans with visit
AFL: Former Swans coach John Lonmire was a surprise visitor to the teams pre-season training.
Max King cleared of major injury
AFL: The Saints can breathe a bit easier after star forward Max King was cleared of an major injury.
Top 25: Who took the mark of the century?
There’s nothing like a high-flying grab in Australian rules. But who flew highest this century? Josh Barnes picks the greatest 25 marks of the last 25 years. HAVE YOUR SAY.
SuperCoach alert: Defensive cheapie unlikely for round 0
One of the year’s top SuperCoach bargains is unlikely to be fit for the start of the season after another pre-season setback. CALLUM DICK has details.
Best 23 locked in? Crows unleash four-headed monster
If what we saw from Adelaide’s forward line on Friday is a sign of things to come, opposition defenders are officially on notice. Get all the intel as the Crows reveal more about their best side.
Daicos racing the clock for Pies opener
AFL: Nick Daicos is on track to play for Collingwood in round one as the Magpies ramp up pre-season training.
Anderson named 2025 GCS captain
AFL: 23-year old Noah Anderson has been announced as the Gold Coast Suns captain for season 2025.
10 Dockers rated: Action Jackson poses selection headache
Fremantle has completed its final hitout before its clash with the Indigenous All Stars next week. ELIZA REILLY rates a host of Dockers and provides an injury update.
Saints sweat on Max King knee scans
AFL: St Kilda will be sweating on the results of star forward Max King’s scans after the big man was sent for scans on a knee injury he sustained…
Track watch: Former No.1 pick eyes second chance at Dees
Mature-age draftee Aidan Johnson is firming for an early debut at Melbourne, while a player taken with the first pick only a few years ago is pushing for an SSP spot at the Demons.
Match sim intel: Horse returns, young Swans shine, Mills’ move
With former coach John Longmire watching on, a number young Swans took it up to their more experience teammates in another high-intensity four-quarter hitout. Here’s how it all played out.
Police rule out suicide in AFL tragedy
Investigators have released new details about their inquiry after Eagle Adam Hunter died at the age of 43.
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