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Al PatonSuperFooty editor

Al Paton is the head of News Corp’s digital AFL team. He has been part of the Herald Sun sport team, and now CODE Sports as well, for more than 15 years and is a leading SuperCoach expert.

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Five moves that won me $50,000 in SuperCoach

The 20-year-old winner of SuperCoach AFL 2024 reveals the tactics that led him to the game’s top prize, beating out more than 180,000 players across the country.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 05: Nick Daicos of the Magpies warms up during the 2024 AFL Round 17 match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Essendon Bombers at Melbourne Cricket Ground on July 05, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

SuperCoach wrap: Norm-worthy stars and grand final flops

Who stood up on the biggest SuperCoach stage and who disappointed when it counted most? Check out round 24’s heroes and villains – and some hot tips for 2025.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 06: James Aish of the Dockers speaks with the umpire during the 2024 AFL Round 04 match between the Fremantle Dockers and the Carlton Blues at Adelaide Oval on April 06, 2024 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

The mad Gather Round moment Freo gifted Blues top eight spot

Fremantle could have knocked Carlton out of the finals in the last round, but the Dockers planted the seeds of their own destruction all the way back in April.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 04: Max Gawn of the Demons warms up before the 2024 AFL Round 08 match between the Melbourne Demons and the Geelong Cats at The Melbourne Cricket Ground on May 04, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

White-knuckle ride: Can SuperCoach leader hang on for $50k?

The top-ranked coaches in SuperCoach reveal their hopes and tactics for the final round as they chase the title of 2024 champion – and the $50,000 grand prize. Plus trade tips!

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 16: Nick Daicos of the Magpies in action during a Collingwood Magpies AFL training session at Olympic Park Oval on July 16, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

SuperCoach formguide: Who will deliver as grand final captain?

It’s time for the biggest captain call of the SuperCoach season. See a break down of every round 24 match-up to find the player who can lift the premiership cup for your team.

SuperCoach NBL

A SuperCoach AFL fan’s quick guide to SuperCoach NBL

If you love playing SuperCoach AFL, you’re going to have a blast with SuperCoach NBL. Check out all the features you know and love – and what’s new.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 23: Brodie Grundy of the Swans warms up during the round two AFL match between Sydney Swans and Essendon Bombers at SCG, on March 23, 2024, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Mark Metcalfe/AFL Photos/via Getty Images )

SuperCoach stats: Where have Grundy’s points gone?

See the key numbers that can help you win a SuperCoach grand final, including the inside word on Brodie Grundy and full round 23 CBAs.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JULY 28: Callum Mills of the Swans warms up during the 2024 AFL Round 20 match between the Sydney Swans and the Western Bulldogs at The Sydney Cricket Ground on July 28, 2024 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

SuperCoach positions: What stars need to do to earn DPP

Who will gain, and lose, DPP status in SuperCoach for 2025? See the latest exclusive numbers for 25 fantasy guns in line for a position change.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 19: North Melbourne debutant Wil Dawson is seen before the 2024 AFL Round 10 match between the Essendon Bombers and the North Melbourne Kangaroos at Marvel Stadium on May 19, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

State league SuperCoach scores: Surprise grand final saviour?

A forgotten SuperCoach rookie could earn a call-up for the biggest weekend of the year, and he’s not the only one putting up big numbers. See full scores from the VFL, SANFL and WAFL.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 18: Sam Darcy of the Bulldogs kicks for goal during the round 23 AFL match between Western Bulldogs and North Melbourne Kangaroos at Marvel Stadium, on August 18, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Sunday SuperCoach takeaways: Forgotten cash cow bonanza

Maybe we shouldn’t be in such a rush to offload our SuperCoach cash cows next year after forgotten cheapies exploded on Sunday. See the key takeaways and relive all the action.

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