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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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Pumping gas, mining and money: What ‘03 heroes are doing now

Many of the big names remain in footy – but a few famous faces from the 2003 grand final have surprisingly landed elsewhere. See what every Pie, Lion is doing now.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 11: Darcy Moore of the Magpies acknowledges the fans after the round 22 AFL match between Collingwood Magpies and Geelong Cats at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on August 11, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)

Pies relief as Moore expected back for finals campaign

It didn’t look good for Collingwood skipper Darcy Moore when he was subbed out with a hamstring injury on Friday night, but scans have revealed it was not as bad as first feared.

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Pick me, Pies: Why Ginni, Mitchell must play in finals

Jack Ginnivan took his chance and now Collingwood must play him in the finals, while Tom Mitchell eased the pressure on his own form with a strong display.

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WARNING DO NOT USE BEFORE CHECKING WITH CAMERON TANDY OR SARAH MATRAY ON THE HERALDSUN PIC DESKÃ MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - August 9, 2023. Injured AFL footballer Nick Daicos at Collingwoods headquarters. Photo by Michael Klein.

The ‘challenges’ of being 20-year-old Nick Daicos

Nick Daicos has the football world at his feet, but it has not come all that easy for the Pies’ budding superstar. He sits down with Glenn McFarlane for an exclusive interview.

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Trade latest: Which Dogs’ rising star will be squeezed out?

Jamarra Ugle-Hagan will hit the jackpot on his next contract but how will the Dogs get it done when a number of other young stars are up for new deals? Get all the latest trade, contract moves.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 15: Alastair Clarkson, Senior Coach of the Kangaroos addresses his players during the 2023 AFL Round 05 match between the Brisbane Lions and the North Melbourne Kangaroos at Adelaide Hills on April 15, 2023 in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

The halftime spray that forced Clarko circuit-breaker

Insider say Alastair Clarkon was trying to live ‘three lives’ before taking a break from coaching following a withering outburst. Get the inside story here.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 5: Tom Mitchell, Nick Daicos and Nathan Murphy of the Magpies are seen in the back row of the bench during the 2023 AFL Round 21 match between the Hawthorn Hawks and the Collingwood Magpies at Melbourne Cricket Ground on August 5, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Star in doubt until finals as Pies sweat on Daicos injury

The Pies’ shock loss to the Hawks came at a massive cost with an important pillar in doubt until finals and the Brownlow Medal favourite Nick Daicos also under an injury cloud.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 10: Sam Mitchell, Senior Coach of the Hawks looks on during the 2023 AFL Round 13 match between the Hawthorn Hawks and the Brisbane Lions at the Melbourne Cricket Ground on June 10, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Trade latest: Mitchell identifies key missing piece in Hawk rebuild

The Hawks have impressed at times throughout 2023, but Sam Mitchell doesn’t appear set on his list to rise up the ladder just yet. Get the latest trade news in this week’s Moneyball.

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MELBOURNE. 23/05/2023. AFL. Richmond coach Damien Hardwick arrives a Punt Rd today. . Pic: Michael Klein

Suns go half way across the world to convince Dimma

Damien Hardwick is in the middle of a European holiday – but the Suns aren’t waiting for him to return, with CEO Mark Evans jetting off to seal the deal. Here’s the latest.

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MELBOURNE - June 25 : AFL. Josh Daicos and Nick Daicos after the round 15 AFL match between Collingwood and Adelaide at the MCG on June 25, 2023, in Melbourne. Photo by Michael Klein.

Locked in: Pies reveal details of Daicos brothers’ mega deals

Collingwood has sealed a double coup with both Nick and Josh Daicos to remain Magpies until 2029, with the Brownlow Medal favourite saying it was a “no-brainer” for them to recommit.

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