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SuperCoach scores: Bargain Blue, Swan show premium talents
Mid-pricers dominating pre-season is nothing new in SuperCoach. But this year, two cheaper options look like they might be the real deal. SEE EVERY PRE-SEASON SCORE.
Swans, Suns count cost of bruising pre-season contest
Sydney and Gold Coast have been left sweating on the fitness of some of their stars after a host of injury scares in what could prove a costly pre-season clash.
Son of a gun stakes round 1 claim in Blues pre-season demolition
Days after losing its prized No. 3 draftee Jagga Smith for the season, another rising star gave Carlton fans reason to smile — and left Michael Voss with a lot to ponder ahead of round 1.
“Carnage” continues as stars go down
AFL: The AFL’s pre-season injury crisis has continued, Sydney Swans superstar Errol Gulden left the field with a leg injury while Mac Andrews…
Disaster! Bontempelli OUT for 6 weeks?
AFL: Western Bulldogs captain Marcus Bontempelli will miss at least six weeks after suffering a calf injury in the dogs pre-season clash against…
AFL’s ‘seismic’ shift on in-game concussions revealed
Club doctors will be given unprecedented powers to stop AFL games if they fear a player has suffered concussion, it can be revealed. JON RALPH has exclusive details.
Port Adelaide Power – 2025 AFL Season Preview | AFL Today Show
The AFL Today Show panel debate how the Port Adelaide Power will perform in 2025, answering the big questions, chatting about key players, finals…
Port’ vice skipper to miss 6-8 weeks
AFL: Port Adelaide’s vice captain Zak Butters is expected to miss at least the first month of the 2025 AFL season after suffering a knee injury….
Leigh Montagna’s inside mail on Saints’ $99k SuperCoach ruck
Harry Boyd is one of the most popular picks in SuperCoach, but St Kilda champ Leigh Montagna isn’t so keen on on the $99k cheapie. See his verdict on 21 bargain options.
Quick Fire Question: Luke Parker
Quick-fire questions with North Melbourne’s Luke Parker
Parker says mental ‘scarring’ cost ex-teammates in GF disaster
As Sydney prepare to launch another flag assault this year, former Swan Luke Parker has lifted the lid on the scars from the 2022 Grand Final that plagued their 2024 defeat to Brisbane.
Footy, flags and frizzy hair: Meet the real Charlie Curnow
His laid-back persona makes him one of the most elusive players in the AFL. Here, Charlie Curnow reveals the pre-match dinners that are fuelling Carlton’s premiership push.
‘Really refreshing’: Barrass opens up on Hawks move
Tom Barrass is a Perth boy but at the age of 29, he and his family made the decision to move to Melbourne for a new AFL club. He opens up on joining Hawthorn, coach Sam Mitchell and his new teammates.
Building the Barossa: Inside story of Gather Round’s fresh attraction
The Barossa Valley missed out to Mount Barker in the first two years of Gather Round. This is the story of how the small town of Lyndoch landed the footy festival — and the people behind it.
‘I love you’: The emotional Clarry call that changed everything
In October last year, Brad Green drew a line in the sand. As JAY CLARK writes, the Melbourne president called Clayton Oliver to deliver the trade truth. Then he heard crying.
Taste of finals, not revenge, fuels Bowes, Cats for season-opener
Geelong won’t have to wait long to get a crack at the reigning premiers, and preliminary finals foe, Brisbane as opening round approaches. But one Cat believes immediate revenge won’t be their only making.
Could Hawthorn start the season 1-5? | AFL Today Show
Hawthorn has a tough early fixture, do they start poorly for the 2nd season in a row?
Is Luke Beveridge the right man to coach the Western Bulldogs? | AFL Today Show
Do the Dogs need a change of coaching leadership?
Wife’s handwritten note in Bali brothel case
The estranged wife of a former AFL player has handed judges a 20-word handwritten note as she defends herself after police raided a Bali “brothel”.
2025 AFL Season Predictions – Fremantle top 4 & Ashcroft Brownlow? | AFL Today Show
2025 AFL Season Predictions – Fremantle top 4 & Ashcroft Brownlow? | AFL Today Show – Friday February 21.
SuperCoach Draft expert rankings: Top picks in every position
Arm yourself for your SuperCoach Draft with the ultimate resource – updated consensus expert rankings on every line.
Dees reveal staggering Pickett asking price in hardline stance
If Kysaiah Pickett were to leave Melbourne, he would not go cheaply. President Brad Green has opened up on the club’s stance — and whether they’d hold the star against his wishes.
North Melbourne Kangaroos – 2025 AFL Season Preview | AFL Today Show
The AFL Today Show panel debate how the North Melbourne Kangaroos will perform in 2025, answering the big questions, chatting about key players,…
Knee surgery finds bigger Butters problem
Port Adelaide superstar Zak Butters had already been ruled out for the start of the season – but his stint on the sidelines is now expected to be a lot longer.
Injuries for Dogs, Crows down Premiers
AFL: Marcus Bontempelli suffered a calf concern in the Western Bulldogs win over Hawthorn, while Adelaide took down the Lions.
‘Little win’: Was Draper’s starring cameo enough for round 1 spot?
Sid Draper only played 39 per cent of Thursday night’s practice. But a brilliant cameo had Crows fans excited. See what the coaches thought of his game with round 1 around the corner.
Crystal ball: Our experts’ bold AFL predictions for 2025
Lock in a Nick Daicos Brownlow now. At least that’s the verdict from our experts, who have put their necks on the line to predict what will happen in season 2025. HAVE YOUR SAY.
Every Swan rated: Sydney’s ace in the hole against premiership rivals
The Swans are coming off another brutal GF defeat, but change is in the air. Can they go a step further in 2025? Jon Ralph and Glenn McFarlane say they have one thing no other contender has.
Team of the century: Premiership success trumps all at Power
It’s a strong mix of past premiership heroes and modern stars in Simeon Thomas-Wilson’s Port Adelaide team of the century. Who made the cut and who would consider themselves stiff to miss?
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