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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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Libba Legacy: The father and son who became heartbeat of Dogs

Tom and Tony Liberatore will achieve a special combined milestone in round 1 of the AFL season. They speak to GLENN MCFARLANE about their special connection to the Western Bulldogs.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 14: Josh Gibcus of the Tigers leaves the field on a stretcher during the 2024 AFL Round 01 match between the Carlton Blues and the Richmond Tigers at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on March 14, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Scans confirm ACL heartbreak – so what now for Tigers?

Young Richmond defender Josh Gibcus will miss the rest of the season after his worst fears were confirmed on Friday. We dissect all the Tigers injury news and look at where to next.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 14: Thomson Dow of the Tigers looks dejected after a loss during the 2024 AFL Round 01 match between the Carlton Blues and the Richmond Tigers at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on March 14, 2024 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Inside three minutes of chaos that cost Tigers

Given little hope after an embarrassing round 0 loss, Richmond came close to stunning premiership contender Carlton. One of the Tigers’ stars takes you inside the frantic finish.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 14: The Blues celebrate after they defeated the Tigers during the round one AFL match between Carlton Blues and Richmond Tigers at the Melbourne Cricket Ground, on March 14, 2024, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Cripps’ SuperCoach masterclass leads Blues over bruised Tigers

Patrick Cripps and his Blues have recorded another nail-biting win over a bruised and battered Richmond. Relive the updates and SuperCoach action here.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - SEPTEMBER 30: Collingwood President Jeff Browne and Craig McRae, Senior Coach of the Magpies celebrate during the 2023 AFL Grand Final match between the Collingwood Magpies and the Brisbane Lions at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on September 30, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

‘Connect, Grow, Win’: Browne set to stoke Pies’ flag fire

Plenty has happened since the Pies claimed the 2023 flag, and with a new season to attack, Collingwood boss Jeff Browne talks to GLENN MCFARLANE about the hottest issues in footy.

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Pies reveal extra Murphy scans in wake of Brayshaw shock

Collingwood has revealed Nathan Murphy was sent for extra precautionary scans in the wake of Angus Brayshaw’s shock retirement as the defender returned to contact training this week.

AFL

MELBOURNE , AUSTRALIA. September 30, 2023. AFL Grand Final between Collingwood and the Brisbane Lions at the MCG. President Jeff Browne with Darcy and Pete Moore .Picture by Michael Klein

‘Better than any drugs’: Pies’ love galvanised Browne’s cancer fight

Jeff Browne has revealed the special gesture from a group of Collingwood players which galvanised his spirit as he battled cancer. Now in remission, he speaks to GLENN MCFARLANE.

AFL

GOLD COAST, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 09: Jayden Short of the Tigers in action during the 2024 AFL Opening Round match between the Gold Coast SUNS and the Richmond Tigers at People First Stadium on March 09, 2024 in Gold Coast, Australia. (Photo by Russell Freeman/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

‘Embarrassed’ Tigers vow to atone for Gold Coast horror show

Still smarting from a hiding at the hands of former coach Damien Hardwick’s Gold Coast, Richmond has vowed to issue a stern response in its round 1 blockbuster against Carlton.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 08: Sam Docherty of the Blues is tackled by Cam Rayner of the Lions during the 2024 AFL Opening Round match between the Brisbane Lions and the Carlton Blues at The Gabba on March 08, 2024 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Russell Freeman/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

‘Heart and soul’ Docherty’s cruel third ACL blow

Carlton’s incredible comeback win over Brisbane Lions has been soured by a cruel season-ending injury to one of the club’s favourite sons.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 08: Zac Williams of the Blues looks on during the 2024 AFL Opening Round match between the Brisbane Lions and the Carlton Blues at The Gabba on March 08, 2024 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Blues star’s emotional tribute after stirring AFL return

Zac Williams has revealed his doubts about ever returning to football after paying an emotional tribute to his late sister following his first match since 2022.

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