Carlton’s shock SEN move after disastrous loss
Carlton made a swift move to cancel its radio membership drive in the wake of its shock loss to Richmond on Thursday. MATT FORREST reports.
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Tribunal rules on Richmond star’s high shot
Tom Lynch’s high shot on Tom De Koning divided the AFL world on Thursday night and now the Richmond spearhead has learned his fate.
Pies star on the ‘scary’ car crash that ‘rattled’ him
Brayden Maynard has revealed his dog was nearly killed in a car crash which rocked him ahead of the Pies’ battle with Port Adelaide. He opens up to JOSH BARNES about the fallout.
Levi a must? Key SuperCoach takeaways from Super Saturday
It was a big first Super Saturday of the 2025 season – and there were plenty of SuperCoach hits and misses. Recap the action and see what it all means going forward.
Footy world erupts at ‘extraordinary’ drama
There might be a new contender for the AFL’s most disliked player after he was caught up in several controversial calls on Friday.
Dons brace for weeks without forward star as injuries mount
Essendon’s Kyle Langford is expected to miss multiple weeks with a hamstring injury, the third injury to hit a Bombers’ forward in recent weeks as coach Brad Scott hints at a structure change.
First Bailey, now Jamarra? Geelong ponders next trade coup
After snaring Bailey Smith last trade period, Geelong could be at the front of the queue to snare Bulldog Jamarra Ugle-Hagan should he leave the kennel come season’s end.
Scouting notes: Forgotten recruit shines, draft hopeful turns heads
The Cats could get even better after two forwards produced cameos in the VFL. Plus, an athletic ruckman is making an early mid-season draft case. See how every Cat fared and the local standouts.
Hawk benefiting most from Battle, Barrass move — and it’s not Sicily
Much has been made of James Sicily’s new-found freedom after Hawthorn traded in Tom Barrass and Josh Battle. But another Hawk is flying under the radar without much attention at all.
SuperCoach: Day disappoints, unsung Don the ultimate POD
Will Day was unable to replicate his Opening Round SuperCoach heroics, while Zach Merrett was upstaged in the Essendon midfield. See the full fallout and Dan Batten’s SuperCoach notes.
‘We’re on the right path’: Goodwin confident after Dees’ Giant shock
It was a heartbreaking start to 2025 after a lean 2024, but Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin is confident of his side’s path despite their loss to GWS.
Petracca opens up on return from injury, ‘infectious’ young Dees
He may not have had the result he wanted, but Christian Petracca showed he hasn’t lost any touch in his first game back from injury – while being thrilled with his ‘infectious’ young teammates.
Archer learns fate after horror clash, Swan handed ban
Jackson Archer has been whacked by the AFL’s MRO after his horror collision with Luke Cleary on Saturday night, while Justin McInerney has also been handed a big ban.
Latest on KO’d Dog as Beveridge, Clarkson weigh in
An incident in the final term of the clash between the Dogs and Roos brought Marvel Stadium to a standstill. Get an injury update and see what the coaches had to say here.
No. 1 pick’s touching act leaves legend ‘emotional’
The No. 1 pick has left an AFL legend emotional with a touching tribute as he lived up to the hype and the Dustin Martin comparisons.
Lynch reveals fears his career was over, responds to ‘aura’ criticism
Richmond spearhead Tom Lynch has opened up on doubts his career would continue and calls that his head coach lacks aura after a sensational win over Carlton.
Recruits, Rachele, Draper: Nicks pleased with Crows’ new ‘level’
Adelaide’s 2025 campaign is off to a fantastic start after a demolition job of St Kilda, with Matthew Nicks’ men reaping the rewards of their pre-season work early.
De Koning tells Blues: I don’t want to play for St Kilda, but…
Tom De Koning has told Carlton he doesn’t want to play for St Kilda, but has left the door ajar to accept the Saints’ mega offer. JON RALPH has the latest.
Inside story: How Jamarra, Dogs arrived at career crossroads
In August last year, Jamarra Ugle-Hagan was seemingly at the peak of his powers. Five weeks later, he was almost dropped for an elimination final. SCOTT GULLAN lifts the lid on the complex situation.
Libba’s ‘insane’ reality: Tattoos, head knocks and leadership
Tom Liberatore has been thrust into the Western Bulldogs captaincy in the absence of injured skipper Marcus Bontempelli. It’s an “insane” situation he never dreamt would happen, writes LAUREN WOOD.
‘The sweet spot’: Inside Nicks’ Crows reinvention on the run
Matthew Nicks is determined not to get ahead of himself this year – but a new-look Adelaide’s round 1 win serves as a warning to the rest of the competition. Here’s why.
Inside story: Crows debutant’s special Tex connection
Isaac Cumming and Taylor Walker first crossed paths in Broken Hill. Now, 17 years later, they’re set to be crucial to Adelaide’s push for a return to finals. SIMEON THOMAS-WILSON speaks to the star Crows recruit.
AFL star opens up on ‘chaotic’ new challenge
An AFL superstar has opened up on a “chaotic” challenge off the field.
Cox’s problems mount as injury-hit Swans slump to Lions loss
This isn’t how Dean Cox’s first season in charge of Sydney was supposed to go. At 0-2, writes LACHLAN MCKIRDY, the new Swans coach must be tearing his hair out as he deals with a mounting injury crisis.
‘Shout it from rooftops’: Scott urges Cats to embrace Baz frenzy
Bailey Smith wasted no time marking himself as Geelong’s newest hero, producing a best-on-ground performance to inspire the Cats’ emphatic win over Fremantle.
Harley who? Reid produces the only 7 minutes worth watching
Fremantle’s trip to Geelong – and biggest loss under Justin Longmuir – was a disaster. Thankfully for Dockers fans, record-breaking teenager Murphy Reid was out there.
How captaincy could be the making of Noah Anderson
Noah Anderson and the Gold Coast were fierce at home and placid on the road last season. Callum Dick writes captaincy may have turned the tables for the Suns.
Eagles regressing? King, Suns pile on the pain in biggest-ever win
Gold Coast could hardly win a game on the road in 2024, but have started 2025 by smashing a hapless West Coast in Perth. Have the Eagles got worse in the off-season?
‘Pretty special’: Surprising stat in Giant win over Melbourne
The orange tsunami had a major weakness in 2024 despite their relentless pressure. However, the Giants’ win over Melbourne showed the fix which might make them the complete package.
‘I’m not Hogan or Green, but …’: How Keeffe became GWS’ Mr fix-it
Lachie Keeffe concedes he was selfish during his time at Collingwood. Keeffe tells LACHLAN MCKIRDY about changing his mindset and becoming Adam Kingsley’s ultimate insurance policy.
Succession plan ‘absolutely not’ distracting ‘embarassed’ Power
After Port Adelaide’s capitulation, the pressure their succession plan turned up to 11. Power assistant Chad Cornes has hit back, saying there is no confusion at Alberton – only embarrassment.
‘Cya Ken’: Why Power capitulation will ‘add petrol’ to succession plan
Succession plans are always fraught with danger, but the Power’s meek showing against the Pies will pour petrol onto a ‘Ken Out’ fire which has been raging for years, writes Simeon Thomas-Wilson.
Swans belted over ‘horrific’ scenes
Swans great Ryan O’Keefe and a host of footy fans all said the same thing after Sydney’s loss to the Brisbane Lions.
‘Heavy hearts’: AFL premiers rocked by tragedy
The Brisbane Lions get their 2025 AFL campaign underway on Saturday but they will be without a recruit for a sad reason.
Eagle embarrassment: Same old woes and the problem with Harley
There’s a new coach, some new recruits and a new but old song at the Eagles, but on the field, it was hard to spot any difference to the lows of the past three years at West Coast, writes Eliza Reilly.
Making of Mini: The country kid’s journey to Eagles top job
Andrew McQualter hasn’t forgotten his Traralgon roots. Ahead of his West Coast coaching debut on Sunday, Eliza Reilly looks back at the footballing career of ‘Mini’.
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