Richmond-Carlton blockbuster faces threat from rival MCG clash
Round one of the AFL season begins with a blockbuster MCG clash — but the Richmond-Carlton encounter is already tipped to be overrun. Keep up to date with all the latest news.
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‘Danger everywhere’: Lions on alert for multiple threats
The looming cyclone set to hit Brisbane has the Lions on edge and the coach locking away furniture as another challenge to their premiership defence.
AFL stars out of Round 1 in horror blows
A Carlton superstar is in doubt for Round 1 after undergoing surgery, while a GWS Giants gun will miss the start of the season with injury.
‘It’s massive’: Blues’ worst nightmare drops
A rival club is reportedly preparing a plot to make a Carlton star the highest-paid player in Australian football history.
Carlton boss quits amid lewd photo scandal
Carlton president Luke Sayers has fallen on his sword after a social media scandal erupted earlier in the month.
Blues president steps down after AFL probe
Carlton’s president has stepped aside despite an AFL Integrity Unit investigation clearing his name over a lewd image scandal.
Carlton boss finally responds to pic leak
More than a week after the lewd photo scandal broke, the Carlton president and the club has finally responded to the “shocking incident”.
Damning update after lewd photo leaked
Luke Sayers’ tenure as Carlton president is under increasing pressure as he refuses to address his social media scandal.
Lewd photo, sext scandal rocks AFL
The boss of one of the biggest football clubs in Australia says he was the victim of a hacking attack as a lewd photo spreads across cyberspace.
AFL curse returns as star goes under knife
Carlton’s injury curse has rolled on with one Blue ruled out for the start of 2025 and another star facing knee surgery.
Pies circle breakout AFLW star
Collingwood is set for an AFLW trade coup as Carlton hardly had to pay for a rival club captain in a head-scratching deal.
AFL great fails in bid Lord Mayor tilt
An AFL legend who played nearly 300 games with Carlton has just failed in his bid to be Lord Mayor of one of Australia’s biggest cities.
Second coming? What Blues fans can expect from Camporeale twins
Carlton fans know the Camporeale name well. Scott played 233 games and was a premiership player with the Blues. But now, it’s time for Ben and Lucas — his sons — to make their mark.
‘Bit of flavour’: Rivals embrace high-stakes clash
Carlton and Essendon legends have urged their club’s AFLW sides to throw the kitchen sink at their rivals, with the Bombers’ finals spot at stake.
‘True pioneer’: AFLW star calls time
A Carlton veteran and GWS foundation player will hang up the boots, but remains hopeful of a farewell game on Saturday night.
‘Massive shift’: How Blues star ignited career
A Carlton star reveals how she overcame a classic case of second-year blues as she becomes the first father-daughter pick to reach a milestone.
AFL world erupts as wild trade locked in
The AFL Trade Period is heating up and a blockbuster move has been locked in, but it’s left pundits with serious concerns over one club.
AFL great’s heartbreaking family revelation
A successful footy player and coach, the Carlton great has opened up about his daughter’s debilitating health battle.
‘So special’: Blues mark historic milestone
It looked impossible 20 years ago, but Carlton will celebrate a significant milestone when its AFLW side runs out on Saturday night.
Blues legend calls out need for speed
A Carlton premiership captain has weighed in on how the Blues can return next season as genuine flag contenders.
Future clearer for Hawks free agent
In strong form but out of contract, a Hawthorn wingman’s AFL future has become clearer.
Debut caps off Carlton recruit’s big week
A Carlton AFLW recruit will make her club debut 48 hours after turning heads with Harley Reid at the Brownlow Medal.
‘Fuming’: Blues star shown door after snub
Carlton fan-favourite Matthew Kennedy is reportedly one of three players shown the door just days after he was seen looking “filthy”.
AFL’s former million-dollar man cut loose
Carlton has shown five players the door with the club confirming a former million-dollar player is among those delisted for the AFL season.
The torture behind Blues turnaround
A novel approach tested Carlton’s AFLW players but paid off during a round 2 thriller in Mackay.
Carlton blasted over ‘horrible’ team calls
The Blues went bold at the selection table ahead of their elimination final clash against the Lions, but it didn’t pay off.
‘Disgraceful’ 50-year AFL nightmare savaged
Carlton has only just avoided the worst opening half in AFL finals history after a horribly one-sided effort against the Lions.
‘Got a few weapons’: Blues ready for mission impossible
Carlton may be taking a risk bringing back six injured players for a sudden death final but the riskiest one actually gives coach Michael Voss the most confidence.
Blues star opens up on Petracca trade saga
Harry McKay, who was unwittingly linked with the Christian Petracca trade saga, has spoken about the impact it had on him.
Plea to umpires to keep their ‘eyes open’
The Lions are preparing for one of their stars to be targeted in what they expect will be a “fiercely contested” elimination final against Carlton.
‘Enjoy the ride’: Dunkley’s message to Lions
There’s one Brisbane Lions player who knows what’s required to win the AFL premiership from the bottom half of the top eight.
‘Cherish it’: Blues star opens up on miracle return
Just 180 days after he suffered a third ACL injury, Carlton will roll the dice and bring back Sam Docherty for an elimination final in Brisbane.
Key defender set to return for Lions
Brisbane will be able to call on the services of a key defender in Saturday’s elimination final against Carlton.
Ultimate finals guide: The key factors that will decide every final
Who’s racing the clock, who needs to lift and what weaknesses could be exposed in week one of AFL finals? ED BOURKE runs the rule over each match in our ultimate finals guide.
‘Bugger it!’: Voss’s citizen’s arrest reveal
Carlton coach Michael Voss has revealed the moment he decided to chase two car alleged thieves before tackling one to the ground.
New details in AFL coach’s citizen’s arrest
AFL legend Michael Voss hasn’t lost a step, according to a cafe owner who helped him make a dramatic citizen’s arrest on Tuesday.
‘Lifetime ban’: Shock as AFL umpire struck
An AFL umpire was left bloodied and had to be replaced after being struck by an object thrown from the crowd in a cowardly act.
AFL Finals locked in after absurd final day
In one of the closest finals races in recent memory, the eighth and final place on the AFL ladder has gone right down to the wire.
Luckless Blues face dual injury blow
Carlton is set to make two forced changes to the side it named on Thursday night for a season-defining clash against St Kilda.
Star’s show of faith in evolving Blues
Carlton’s best ever AFLW player is likely to finish their career at the club after signing a major contract extension ahead of the season.
‘Play courageous’: Blues plan for mission impossible
The three gap fillers being brought in by injury-ravaged Carlton for a must-win clash have a single AFL game between them, but coach Michael Voss is beaming with positivity.
Carlton recruit caps whirlwind rise to debut
Carlton has confirmed the first of what could be several debutants as the Blues scramble to replace six of their first-choice players.
’Test of character’: Star Blues sidelined
The scans are back and the news is not good for Carlton fans as a senior player calls for “perspective” following a catastrophic loss.
‘Honest conversations’: Soul-searching begins
A shellacking compounded by series injuries has left Carlton’s season hanging by a thread and the captain wants answers.
‘Dismantled’: Bloodbath flips AFL on its head
Hawthorn are promising to be the AFL’s darkhorse after annihilating one of the season’s early hot favourites in ruthless fashion.
‘Narrow focus’: Voss hits back at Curnow critics
For the first time in 66 games Charlie Curnow didn’t kick a goal last weekend, but his coach said any critics were off the mark.
Turbulent week doesn’t trouble Blues star
Carlton coach Michael Voss has revealed more details about the Blues’ selection circus with a star forward last week.
‘Smarting’ Walsh says Blues mids will bite back
Sam Walsh says Carlton’s struggling midfield will rally after a poor month, with the chance to ruin their arch-rival’s big night.
‘That’s bulls**t’: AFL controversy explodes
Port Adelaide’s thrilling 14-point victory over Carlton wasn’t without controversy, as late umpiring drama again reared its head.
Power surge leaves Carlton’s top-four hopes in jeopardy
Port Adelaide has made its move in the packed race for the top four, coming from 25 points down to defeat Carlton and leave the Blues’ hopes of a double chance in serious jeopardy.
Carlton ‘breached protocols’ with McKay: AFL
The AFL has handed down its verdict to two clubs after sending “please explain” notices following several incidents on the weekend.
Carlton gun’s horror double injury blow
A key Carlton big man is done for the next five weeks at least after suffering two painful injuries in the win over North Melbourne.
Carlton slammed over ‘inexcusable’ scenes
Carlton and the AFL have both been slammed over uncomfortable scenes on Sunday slammed as “not good enough” by a footy great.
‘Absolute garbage’: AFL erupts over drama
North Melbourne have taken Carlton down to the wire but a controversial late call has infuriated fans and commentators alike.
‘Disappointed’ Voss says he’ll reward VFL form
Carlton coach Michael Voss will make more changes if his side is unable to correct its course after two consecutive defeats.
‘Confronting’: Blues’ honesty session after losses
A Carlton star says the path forward is clear for the Blues after a “pretty confronting” review of their past two defeats.
‘Eyes in’: No rest for sore Blues stars
The quest for a top-four spot is shaping all decisions at Carlton who will celebrate a massive milestone for their captain on Saturday.
Blues star backs Eagles coach contender
A highly rated assistant coach has a Carlton superstar’s support if he decides to put his hand up for the vacant West Coast coaching role.
Blues coach unfazed by brutal selection cull
An in-form Carlton pair was axed after a big win but their coach says he would be happy to make the same calls for the rest of the season.
Sad sight as Dusty subbed out for Tigers
Dustin Martin struggled with a back problem and had little impact during Richmond’s heavy AFL loss to the Blues.
‘Ridiculous’: Voss smacks down Walsh comments
Carlton coach Michael Voss has come out emphatically in defence of Sam Walsh after his involvement in a rival star’s tribunal case.
Blues lock away another important cog
Carlton has secured a longer deal for a vital role player as an emerging Western Bulldogs forward also re-signed.
‘Red flags everywhere’: Superstar in strife
It took just 14 seconds for a massive talking point to arise in Carlton’s clash with Geelong, with a superstar under the pump.
Blues surprise packet aims for another scalp
After being foiled by a bold double-tag in their previous clash, Carlton will lay its own trap for Geelong in a Friday night blockbuster.
‘Ladder doesn’t lie’: Voss’ message to doubters
Hours after the Sydney Swans took another scalp, Carlton laid down its challenge to the AFL ladder leaders and the Blues coach sent a message as well.
‘Never seen this’: Bombers’ bizarre implosion
Essendon has the footy world scratching its head with even coach Brad Scott flummoxed by one aspect of his team’s loss to Carlton.
Twin battle won’t get ‘personal’
Michael Voss knows what it’s like to go up against a brother and says the battle at the MCG on Sunday between the McKay twins is only a sideshow to a bigger picture.
‘Load of rubbish’: AFL furore explodes
Furious footy fans were scratching their heads after a free kick that was called last week was seemingly ignored.
Blues win ticks key ‘transformation’ box for Voss
He played it down as significant before the game but after Thursday night’s win in Adelaide, Carlton coach Michael Voss revealed just how important it was.
Blues break Adelaide hoodoo with final quarter barrage over Port
The Blues have cemented their place in the AFL’s top eight, claiming a rare win in Adelaide over the Power.
‘Dangerous’ issue AFL needs to fix
Carlton coach Michael Voss and Suns coach Damien Hardwick have put the AFL’s umpiring in the spotlight once again.
Blues make tweaks after injury onslaught
An important Carlton trio have been declared certain starters, but the Blues are still investigating where they’ve gone wrong in the medical department.
TV cameras pick up celeb’s ‘shameless’ act
An Aussie fan favourite has spoken out over an act that has seen him labelled a “traitor” after he was busted by TV cameras.
Staggering claim made about the flag faves
On top of the ladder entering round 10, there were still queries over the Sydney Swans this AFL season. Not anymore.
Blues try to unravel ‘complex’ injury woes
Another setback for a Blues star has put the club’s injury woes in the spotlight, and coach Michael Voss says he wants answers as much as anyone.
Rival’s staggering $12m bid for Carlton star
Carlton’s former No. 1 draft pick is expected to turn down a record contract offer from a cashed-up Victorian rival.
AFL in meltdown over ‘disgraceful’ act
The AFL has a crisis on its hands with legends of the sport caught up in a frenzied reaction to a controversial incident.
Coach gives prognosis on unlucky Blue
Carlton coach Michael Voss was thrilled with Thursday night’s win despite the razor-thin margin, but the Blues’ injury curse has continued.
Controversial AFL call ‘worst of the year’
Carlton and Melboure have played out a thriller but the result could have been different if not for a controversial umpiring call.
Blues lock away defender before gritty Dees clash
Carlton has secured the signature of an important defender as a fellow backman looks set to return against Melbourne.
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