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Glenn McFarlane has been a sports writer for the Herald Sun for more than 30 years (including 11 years as sports editor of the Sunday Herald Sun) and now CODE Sports. An award-winning journalist and co-host of successful podcast series Sacked, he remains one of the most trusted and respected voices across a range of sports, including AFL football and racing. He loves all aspects of the craft, including agenda-setting projects, hard-breaking news and long-form features.

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Glenn McFarlane

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Your SayCarlton

Team of the century: Blues’ struggles defy star-studded line-up

It’s been more than a lean patch for the Blues since 2000, but looking at Glenn McFarlane’s Carlton team of the century, you wouldn’t know it! Pick your best Carlton team here.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 22: Hugh Boxshall of the Saints is tackled by Adam Cerra of the Blues during the 2025 AFL match simulation between the Carlton Blues and St Kilda Saints at Ikon Park on February 22, 2025 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Who are Hugh? Saints bolter rockets into round 1 frame

A young Saints midfielder has surged into the frame for an early-season debut after helping lift St Kilda to a come-from-behind pre-season victory over Carlton.

AFL

Every Cat rated: Next-gen Geelong officially making its move

Jeremy Cameron not Geelong’s No. 1 anymore? That’s right – and it’s not the only ranking that might surprise. Glenn McFarlane and Jon Ralph rate every player on the list.

AFL

Every Roo rated: Why this phenom can win the Brownlow

North Melbourne’s spike has to be around the corner. Who will stand up to take this club back to relevancy? Jon Ralph and Glenn McFarlane rate every Kangaroo.

AFL

Every Demon rated: The star Dees ‘would be stuffed’ without

The Dees fell away from contention last year. But with their A-graders fit and firing, can they bounce back? Glenn McFarlane and Jon Ralph rate every player on their list.

Your SayAFL

AFL 25: Collingwood's team of the century

Pick your line-up: Collingwood’s best team of the 21st century

Jolly or Grundy? Howe or Maxwell? What about De Goey? Glenn McFarlane had to make some big calls in his Collingwood team of the century. Now you can too. Select your team HERE.

Carlton

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 08: Tom De Koning (left) and Adam Cerra of the Blues celebrate during the 2023 AFL First Elimination Final match between the Carlton Blues and the Sydney Swans at Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 08, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Player ratings: Why we’re buying shares in this Blue

Carlton want to contend in 2025 – and having this star humming will go a long way to making that happen. We rate every Blue here.

Essendon

Every Bomber rated: Sole A-grader tells damning tale

Essendon fell away from finals contention late last season and then traded away Jake Stringer. So where does this list really sit? Jon Ralph and Glenn McFarlane rate and rank every player.

Gold Coast

Every Sun rated: New skipper leads fresh era, but he’s not No. 1

The list has talent in spades, but Damien Hardwick needs his group to take that next step. Will 2025 be the year? Jon Ralph and Glenn McFarlane rate every Sun.

AFL

St Kilda 2025 AFL Ultimate Player Ratings

Every Saint rated: Why state league hero sits atop them all

Jack Sinclair? Rowan Marshall? Nope, there’s a new No. 1 at St Kilda. But does Ross Lyon have enough to work with across the board? We rate and rank every player.

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