Wasteful Dons defy Crows in thrilling finish
Essendon has held on for its fourth win of the AFL season in a dramatic and controversial finish, defying a late Adelaide surge.
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AFL great’s savage clip for young Crow
The young Adelaide star is adjusting to a new role, but one act in particular came in for some stinging criticism.
AFL gun dating glamorous Aussie model
Emerging Essendon star Sam Durham has turned out with his high-profile Melbourne model girlfriend for the first time.
Bombers coach lauds reborn Stringer
Jake Stringer’s coach says the Essendon star deserves credit for his off-field improvement after he revealed he was exploring a new religion.
Bombers star ‘exploring Islamic faith’
Essendon forward Jake Stringer has opened up on his new exploration of religious faith as he enjoys a hot start to the AFL season.
Essendon respond under Friday night lights
Essendon have responded to their critics by smashing the Western Bulldogs under the Friday night lights.
‘Agent of chaos’: AFL erupts over coach
A surprise snub for Friday night’s AFL clash between the Bulldogs and Essendon had fans all saying the same thing about one coach.
AFL star admits using homophobic slur
The AFL has confirmed it is investigating a Port Adelaide player after he aimed a homophobic slur at an Essendon opponent.
Essendon star’s brain fade defies belief
An Essendon player has been mercilessly roasted on social media after producing one of the most bizarre blunders the AFL has ever seen.
Essendon star races clock for blockbuster
The availability of an important Essendon duo for a Friday night blockbuster is set to come down to the wire.
Risk forced Bombers’ hand at Wright tribunal
Essendon coach Brad Scott has revealed why the Bombers didn’t challenge Peter Wright’s rough conduct charge that has wiped him out for a month.
‘Absolute joke’: Wright handed long ban
There has been a strong reaction after Essendon’s Peter Wright learned his fate for his sickening high shot on Harry Cunningham.
‘Surreal’: Long journey nets Bomber big new deal
Sam Durham made it to the AFL the long and hard way, but the former rookie pick-up has been rewarded for his massive impact at Essendon.
‘I’m done’: Carey will never watch footy again
AFL legend Wayne Carey has threatened to stop watching the game if one thing happens at the AFL Tribunal on Tuesday night.
Bomber learns fate for sickening Swans hit
Essendon can prepare for life without its key forward in the near future after he learned his fate from the AFL Tribunal.
Swans star takes flamethrower to AFL club
Sydney Swans livewire Tom Papley has slammed Essendon’s “facade” in a savage takedown of the club following their heated clash.
Key Bomber ‘chomping at the bit’ to return
Essendon coach Brad Scott has addressed the availability of four high-profile Bombers ahead of a blockbuster clash against Sydney.
Bombers back recruits but reject draftee ‘temptation’
Essendon will have a new look against Hawthorn on Saturday with a raft of traded-in players set to make their club debuts.
Legend launches passionate racism defence
The shock of racism allegations against legendary AFL coach Kevin Sheedy has prompted a strong defence from a legend of the game.
Important Bomber eyes speedy return
Essendon defender Jordan Ridley has moved to allay fears over his latest quad injury which came days after he signed a mega new contract.
‘Deadset rubbish’: Horror sight infuriates AFL
If you hate the snap or checkside set shot in the AFL, it might be a long season if this farcical shot is anything to go by.
Key Bombers still missing in final rehearsal
Essendon’s final practice match selection has all but ruled two stars out of playing in round 1 as a Cats forward misses through injury.
Bomber’s big call despite unclear return
A senior Essendon midfielder hopes his “mountain of work” on a persistent injury problem can set up a career best year.
‘It’s real’: Bombers dealing with bulk contract questions
Essendon captain Zach Merrett says his out-of-contract teammates “wouldn’t be human” if their futures didn’t play on their minds during 2024.
‘Pain free’: Huge news for Bomber cult hero
A one-two ruck punch didn’t work at Melbourne in 2023 but Essendon big man Sam Draper says it will at the Bombers this season as he closes in on a Round 1 return.
NFL GOAT’s message driving Bombers
Carlton players weren’t the only ones to rub shoulders with NFL legend Tom Brady and he left a lasting message.
Bombers take financial hit
Essendon’s players endured a challenging end to the season, but the club has also revealed difficulties off the field.
New Bomber challenges backline narrative
The AFL off-season’s biggest recruit says Essendon can turn a major vulnerability into a strength in 2024.
Bombers take unusual path to find edge
An Essendon pair has taken a left-field route to improving their tackling as the Bombers talk tough following a relentless off-season.
AFL’s highest paid player clips former club
Ben McKay left the Kangaroos on good terms, however, that good faith may be tested somewhat after an unwitting comment.
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