Late Freo surge salvages two points in thrilling Pies draw
Fremantle and Collingwood have played out a thrilling draw at Optus Stadium, with the Dockers storming home to salvage two points.
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Footy fans melt down over ‘fake tough guy’
Love him or hate him, Brayden Maynard rubs people the wrong way, and the Pie was at it again in Friday’s clash with Fremantle.
Pies’ huge luxury tax bill to beat soft cap revealed
The Magpies continue to privately rail against what they sees as ridiculous restrictions on football club spending, preparing to break the bank for a cutting-edge football program.
Swans boss calls out Magpies for blockbuster collision
Sydney chairman Andrew Pridham has never been shy at taking jabs at the Pies, now the Swans boss has thrown down the gauntlet to the 2023 premiers for an epic way to start 2025.
‘I let it get to me’: How Schultz overcame tough start at Pies
Lachie Schultz was the Pies’ high-profile recruit coming into 2024, but his first month left a bit to be desired if you ask the keyboard warriors who made life hell. He speaks to JON RALPH about the turnaround since then ahead of game 100.
Star Pie says AFL’s fight against racism far from over
Bobby Hill’s celebration on Saturday was inspired by Adam Goodes, and not the only time the Norm Smith medallist has paid tribute to the AFL legend, but he tells GLENN McFARLANE the AFL still has ways to go to combat racism.
Inside story: How Pies lured leg-spinning prodigy tipped for top
During the summer he was rolling out leggies against Pakistan. This Friday night, Wil Parker makes his AFL debut. This is the inside story of how a potential Australian Test player was lost to cricket.
Former cricketer’s whirlwind AFL debut
A Collingwood rookie has come from the clouds to be named for his AFL debut after giving up cricket less than one year ago.
Pendlebury set to be given green light to play on
Collingwood’s greatest player in Scott Pendlebury could go round for another season, writes JAY CLARK, and deserves it, with the champion still one of the Pies’ best.
Cornes: Daicos wouldn’t have been pinged for ‘too far’
A South Australian footy great says the call on Izak Rankine was technically correct, but Collingwood players like the Daicos brothers wouldn’t have been pinged.
AFL ‘happy’ with late call as Crows brace for time without superstar
Crows fans may not like it, but the AFL is set to tick off the late free kick that handed Collingwood victory on Saturday, as Adelaide looks ahead to time without Izak Rankine.
Concussion stunner: Should De Goey winner have happened?
Craig McRae has given a startling insight into Jordan De Goey’s last-quarter concussion scare against Adelaide amid doubts about whether Collingwood’s matchwinner will be ruled out of round 11.
The Daicos Dilemma: Did Crows lose the game in coaches’ box?
Matthew Nicks isn’t the first coach, nor will he be the last, to have Nick Daicos nightmares. Scott Gullan asks the question many Crows fans will be thinking – and what the answer means for the rest of the competition.
‘You don’t call that’: Footy world melts down
With 20 seconds remaining in a four-point game, the umpire blew the whistle in a moment that has ignited the footy world.
Maligned Pie’s pointed message to GF critics amid career-best form
Billy Frampton will forever be a premiership Pie, now he’s locked into the team as they try to repeat history. As he closes in on game 50, the former Crow says he always feels like he’s on the edge.
‘Spring in his step’: Pies star returns
One Magpies star has been declared fit to face Adelaide but another forward reshuffle looms after a premiership teammate’s injury.
Pies fan cops AFL ban for awkward moment with Eagle
The Collingwood fan who reached over the fence to pat West Coast’s Harvey Johnston won’t be able to do so again anytime soon.
Brian Taylor claim sparks huge AFL drama
AFL great Brian Taylor has unintentionally raised eyebrows with a grand tale that unfolded during a milestone game in the 80s.
Pies livewire set for stint on the sidelines
Jamie Elliott missed the Pies’ clash with the Eagles, but his stint on the sidelines may be longer than expected after the livewire forward went for scans.
Pies fan in huge strife after grabbing player
The AFL is investigating after a Collingwood fan grabbed West Coast youngster Harvey Johnston at Marvel Stadium.
Macrae lauds Pies’ depth as fresh faces make a splash
The Pies’ second-string forward line feasted on a hapless and wounded Eagles at Marvel Stadium, with Craig Macrae lauding those who stepped up.
Magpies great reveals more on future
Approaching 400 AFL games and out of contract at the season’s end, Scott Pendlebury has addressed intrigue over his future.
‘It’s scary’: Daicos’ telling Reid admission
Nick Daicos and Harley Reid both impressed as they embraced after playing each other for the first time in a dominant Collingwood win.
Magnets flipped as more injuries hit Magpies
Collingwood has lost another forward to injury, forcing coach Craig McRae to throw the magnets around for the clash with West Coast.
Buckley’s spicy swipe after three-year rift
Nathan Buckley has raised eyebrows with a surprisingly strongly-worded bake of a star player he has a long history with.
Pies hit with forward injury crisis
Collingwood will need to replace half of its forward line next week, while another injured star has suffered a fresh setback.
‘Silly act’ leaves Pie recruit facing AFL ban
Collingwood’s Lachie Schultz will face scrutiny from the Match Review Officer over a bizarre snap during Friday night’s clash.
Pies legend caught out in wild MCG moments
Nick Daicos won the game, but his famous dad Peter stole the show after a couple of outlandish post-game moments at the MCG.
Cox welcomes Sullivan into unique club after impressive debut
Lachie Sullivan joined an exclusive club alongside three Magpies as Collingwood pipped Carlton at the post on Friday night. Mason Cox chats the debutant, the Pies’ form and more.
Player ratings: Struggling Blue ‘lucky to be getting a game’
Nick Daicos was the hero — but he wasn’t alone for the Magpies in a famous win over arch rival Carlton. See how every player rated and have your say.
Three SuperCoach takeaways from Pies win over Blues
Nick Daicos cements his legacy as a superstar of the competition, kicking the winning goal in another intense battle against Carlton at the MCG. Relive updates and see our SuperCoach takeaways.
Former sparky turns MCG clash on its head
Having been overlooked in eight AFL Drafts and spending years as an apprentice, a debutant has made a stunning impact at the MCG.
Nicked it: Daicos breaks Blues hearts in epic
Collingwood has snatched victory from its bitter rival Carlton in the final minutes of an MCG blockbuster, with superstar Nick Daicos proving the heartbreaker.
McGuane: Pendles’ big challenge in Blues blockbuster
The Pies will miss some midfield troops in their blockbuster with the Blues, and AFL analyst MICK MCGUANE is putting the blowtorch on a Pies legend to stop Carlton’s main man.
Surprising record beckons for Blues, Pies clash
A huge crowd is predicted for the Collingwood and Carlton match-up on Friday. As SHANNON GILL discovers this would break new ground in Victorian football’s biggest rivalry.
Swans star spills on brutal Collingwood exit
Sydney recruit Taylor Adams says he was “hurt” by the lack of communication from Craig McRae during his abrupt exit from Collingwood.
Buckley auction fetches staggering six-figure sum
One of Nathan Buckley’s jumpers sold for $16,000 as treasured items from the Collingwood champion’s AFL career went under the hammer at auction.
Injuries open door for Pie’s fairytale debut
Collingwood will have two key players sidelined against Carlton but their injuries have paved the way for an MCG blockbuster debut.
Libba set for return, young gun in the frame for recall
The Dogs are set to regain a key midfielder, with another youngster in the frame for return, while a Collingwood duo has been ruled out of Friday night football.
Player ratings: Was Stringer robbed of Anzac Medal?
Zach Merrett won the Anzac Medal after racking up 31 disposals, but was his teammate more deserving of the award? We rate every player from the Pies and Dons draw here.
Dude, where’s my car? AFL set to revamp Mark of the Year prize
Jamie Elliott is the clear favourite for the 2024 Mark of the Year so far, but a former winner has urged the league to hand over a better prize than what has been given in recent times. DOWNLOAD THE POSTER HERE.
‘Disrespected’: AFL medal drama erupts
The AFL’s Anzac Day medal has been dragged into controversy with the footy world divided by “laughable” details.
Robbo: What extra time crusaders have wrong about footy
Both the Pies and Bombers thrilled on Anzac Day, but both made plenty of mistakes and showed plenty of grit to not give up, which is why a draw was so fitting, writes MARK ROBINSON.
‘Sh***** myself’: Every angle of Elliott’s Anzac Day stunner
Jamie Elliott has spoken of his shock after providing the highlight of an epic Anzac Day contest with a mark of the year contender which had fans out of their seats. Watch it here.
Debate erupts over Anzac Day AFL thriller
Collingwood and Essendon have played out an Anzac Day epic and a 29-year first has reignited an age old debate about the AFL.
Bombers, Pies blow chances to claim Anzac Day epic
Jamie Elliott probably claimed the best mark of 2024 in the Anzac Day clash, but both he and Kyle Langford fluffed their chances to be heroes in a game that will live long in the memory.
Dons, Pies can’t be split after wild Anzac Day clash
It looked like either side were the winners in the final quarter, but in the end Essendon and Collingwood could not be split.
Pies great caught in X-rated Anzac moment
During a moving ceremony for this year’s Anzac Day game at the MCG, a Collingwood great was spotted making a shock comment.
‘Hang it in the Louvre’: All-time screamer
The annual Anzac Day game at the MCG has been set alight after an all-time highlight reel moment by Collingwood’s Jamie Elliott.
The ex-cricketer spinning heads after footy debut
A former Victorian cricketer-turned Collingwood Magpie turned heads in his VFL debut, with the Category B rookie ‘comfortable’ at the level.
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