‘Bit crazy’: Bonkers AFL contract signed until 2033
It could be a momentous statement of faith or an incredible blunder, but Fremantle now have the longest contracted player in the AFL after a staggering move.
Fremantle Dockers
Captain’s call: Will Pearce lead against his own side?
Alex Pearce seems the obvious choice to lead the Indigenous All Stars into battle against Fremantle. But, he’s earmarked the captaincy for another star for the landmark clash.
AFL rival’s bold plan to poach Swans star
While an AFL rival expects a star Swans midfielder to see out his contract at Sydney, the club says it will “certainly monitor the situation”.
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.
‘Can’t pay that’: Umpiring drama baffles greats
Toby Greene is the latest player to bear the brunt of some umpiring controversy after being penalised for holding the ball in a tense clash against Fremantle.
‘Killed us’: Brain fade leaves season in ruins
Fremantle’s finals hopes are no longer in their own hands with the side ruing a late brain snap that cost the Dockers any chance of victory.
One-point AFL thriller saves Bombers season
Essendon has brought their season back to life after pulling off a massive final quarter comeback in one of the games of the AFL season.
‘Fairytale’ side continues unlikely finals push
Sam Mitchell made a decisive move that swung the game the Hawks’ way as they shocked Freo and kept their season alive.
‘Tripped him’: Villain’s errors cost Swans
Sydney’s long winning streak is over, with a maligned Swan committing two costly errors in a shock one-point loss to Fremantle.
$1.6m-a-year plot to poach Swans superstar
An 18-month plan has been floated for Fremantle to land a Swans superstar on the most lucrative salary the AFL has ever seen.
Bont’s stunning goal highlights Freo flogging
Marcus Bontempelli’s goal of the year contender capped off a superb day for the Doggies, who were far too strong for Freo.
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.
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.
‘Got a lot of Sherrin’: Big hit KO’s Docker
St Kilda defender Jimmy Webster has been caught up in another high shot in the AFL that forced a Freo forward out of the game.
‘Absurd’ Vic AFL claim rubbished by journo
The latest wild claim from precious Victorian clubs over AFL travel demands has been slapped down in some style.
Hogan’s ‘special’ act after teammate’s death
Jesse Hogan, who played alongside Cam McCarthy with the Dockers, has made his own tribute after the forward’s shock death.
‘Sombre moment’ sends chills through AFL
Senior Fremantle players have been brought to tears in a touching tribute to ex-teammate Cam McCarthy after his shock death at age 29.
Reid claps back at WA footy great
As a current AFL captain tipped Harley Reid for enormous honours, the young Eagle couldn’t resist a cheeky dig at a Freo favourite.
AFL world loses its mind over Harley Reid
Harley Reid has taken his game to new heights, igniting the AFL landscape with a series of Western Derby highlight reels.
Dockers unload on disgraced AFL umpire
Fremantle has returned serve in some style towards a former AFL umpire who hammered a young Docker on social media.
Ex-umpire annihilates Freo’s ‘spoilt brat’
A former AFL umpire has launched an extraordinary tirade at a Fremantle star after after a costly, petulant act against Carlton.
‘Unbelievable controversy’ rocks Carlton win
Two huge calls in the dying seconds at Adelaide Oval allowed Carlton to steal a controversial victory over Fremantle.
‘What a turnaround’: Freo star on fire
A third quarter blitz allowed Fremantle to continue its solid start to the season, roaring past North Melbourne at Marvel Stadium.
‘I’m glad he did’; Lions coach backs star’s scathing take
Lachie Neale didn’t hold back talking about the efforts in the opening round loss to Brisbane and did so with the blessing of his coach.
Unusual detail in AFL star’s engagement
A footy star is celebrating happy engagement news — but there is another detail that has stolen the thunder from his partner’s dazzling ring.
‘Unfair’: AFL trade shocker is a coach killer
The AFL Trade Period is over and one coach is already on the hot seat after his team got significantly worse in the off-season.
’That’s a big price’: Pies get their man
After a long battle, Fremantle small forward Lachie Schultz is on his way to the reigning premiers for a hefty sum.
Pies star big loser from shock AFL trade
A bombshell trade request has taken the footy world by surprise, as a Collingwood star looms as a big loser of the AFL Trade Period.
Brutal AFL banner is all-time savagery
The GWS Giants thrashed Essendon to keep their finals hopes alive and they roasted the Bombers’ unwanted 20-year drought.
Legend’s damning assessment of AFL star
AFL legend Nathan Buckley took aim at former Brownlow Medal winner Lachie Neale in a scathing takedown of his current form.
Lions’ ordinary away form to again be tested
Lions star Josh Dunkley is keen to prove doubters “wrong” despite Brisbane’s lesser form in away matches.
Ex-Freo star caught eight times over
A former AFL star has been caught driving with a scarcely believable amount of alcohol in his system in Western Australia.
‘Seriously wrong’: Damning vision exposes team
Footy legends have turned a blowtorch on Fremantle after vision showed there is something very wrong at the AFL club.
‘Shadow of himself’: Deal stuns Cornes
AFL 300-gamer Kane Cornes believes Fremantle has missed a trick after the difficult call the club has seemingly refused to make.
Buckley image sets AFL tongues wagging
Nathan Buckley has been spotted in a surprising image sure to spark speculation amid a potential AFL coaching merry-go-round.
History repeats in AFL thriller
Fremantle may be making the MCG its home away from home after again claiming a major scalp at the famed venue.
Reason for protester’s AFL pitch invasion
A protester who ran onto Optus Stadium during an AFL game on Saturday has outlined his reasons for the stunt.
Every club, every Indigenous guernsey for 2023
The AFL clubs continue to step it up with their Sir Doug Nicholls Round guernseys. We take a look at all 18 editions for 2023, who designed them and what they mean. Vote for your favourite here.
Buddy Franklin’s shocker in 10-year low
Buddy Franklin’s season is going from bad to worse as he suffered an all-time brain fade as the Swans slumped to another loss.
‘We just got smashed’: Swans despair after Freo loss
Swans coach John Longmire was mystified as Fremantle dominated the midfield battle and firmly placed Sydney in the bottom-half of the table.
Records smashed as Hawks languish
Fremantle have produced their highest ever score under coach Justin Longmuir after putting Hawthorn to the sword in a 69-point win.
‘Froggy’s’ leap a reminder for Lions
Winning three games in succession hasn’t stopped Lions coach Chris Fagan making a change to Brisbane’s team for Saturday’s clash against Fremantle.
‘Never say never’: Lions coach on Tassie role
He loves coaching the Brisbane Lions, but Tassie product Chris Fagan hasn’t ruled out one day becoming involved with an AFL team from the Apple Isle.
Lions star wants to go to ‘next level’
A golden run of form has Brisbane Lions star Charlie Cameron hungry for more goals this weekend against Fremantle.
Teammate feud exposes AFL’s ‘biggest flop’
Fremantle’s lacklustre ball movement has been under fire all year, and now their own players are at each other’s throats on the field.
Walters shines for Dockers in win over Suns
Following a week where he was targeted by shocking racial abuse on social media, Michael Walters led from the front as the Dockers secured an important victory over the Suns.
‘He’s already left’: Suns coach storms off
Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew has given a surprise response after he was seen storming off the ground in dramatic scenes.
Massive umpire blunder sets internet alight
You could almost hear Brian Taylor screaming out in exasperation over this controversial call but the umpires were having none of it.
‘No reason’: Brutal Dockers snub really stings
Gather Round was going to be painful for Fremantle as soon as it was announced, now an AFL slight is hurting more than ever.
Suns ignoring stinging criticism
Gold Coast Suns coach Stuart Dew believes he doesn’t need to motivate his players with comments from critics.
Stars targeted with ‘vile, racist’ abuse
Two indigenous AFL stars have become the latest players to be targeted online with the club calling out the “vile” attacks.
Dominant Darcy creates glaring Dockers ruck problem
Sean Darcy is dominating hit-outs for Fremantle and was again outstanding in the ruck against West Coast, yet opposition tactics are turning the strength into a sore point.
Freo blitz ‘gutsy’ Eagles amid ‘injury carnage’
Fremantle may have claimed a massive Western Derby win but it was West Coast who finished the talking point after a day of absolute injury carnage.
‘Harsh’ back page covers up bigger problem
If you weren’t aware of how ruthless the footy media can be in a two-team town, you got a glimpse of it on Tuesday.
AFL in damage control over stadium image
The AFL has responded after images of Perth’s Optus Stadium sparked concerns over two games held there this weekend.
‘Embarrassing’: Umpire calls divide AFL
St Kilda handed Fremantle a 12-point swing in a minute of madness which has left the AFL divided over a pair of calls.
Frightening Fyfe ‘firepower’ laid bare
The Nat Fyfe forward experiment received a big tick on Thursday night, with the Fremantle superstar looking back to his best.
Coach’s big trade regret after player exodus
Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir says he tread a “tricky” trade line last year, conceding he could’ve done a better job.
AFL club announces name change
Fremantle are set to change its name for a pair of rounds during the 2023 season, including a historic clash at the MCG.
Brownlow winner gives up captaincy
Fremantle’s three-time best and fairest winner has told teammates he will step down as captain, revealing the reason behind his big decision.
AFL club joins sponsorship protest ‘reckoning’
The Fremantle Dockers join a growing list of Australian sporting organisations that have been urged to dump their major sponsor.
Trials, tribulations of dramatic trade period
Big-name moves, a controversial salary dump, tensions between list managers and arguably the biggest trade ever made the 2022 trade period one to remember.
AFL star’s wedding triggered shock trade
Hawthorn traded Jaeger O’Meara to Fremantle in the last deal of the trade period, and a rival’s wedding planted the idea for the shock move.
Behind the scenes on how Jaeger bomb landed
Hawthorn traded Jaeger O’Meara to Fremantle in the last deal of the trade period but how did the surprise swap happen?
‘Felt right’: Star recruit opens up on move home
Melbourne insiders knew a long time ago Luke Jackson wouldn’t be at the club in 2022 and now he’s confirmed why.
Freo secures big Dee in major trade domino
Luke Jackson is finally a Docker after months of speculation he would leave Melbourne to return to Western Australia.
Giants snare war chest as official trade drops
The Giants have completed a trade that has gifted the club an extraordinary war chest as rumours swirl about another massive move.
‘How can you say that?’: AFL drama explodes
A Collingwood star has given a stinging response over a commentator’s claim surrounding a swirling AFL trade period rumour.
‘That is a lie’: Big AFL trade news drops
The biggest deal of the AFL Trade period has taken a dramatic turn with one club refusing to play ball as a “lie” gets called out.
Dockers duo headed to Roos in multi-pick swap
Fremantle pair Griffin Logue and Darcy Tucker will have fresh starts at North Melbourne next year as the Dockers arm themselves for Luke Jackson bid.
‘You’re kidding?’: AFL star’s bombshell
Bombers cult hero Anthony McDonald-Tipungwuti has blown Kane Cornes away after a report he is making a comeback with a rival club.
How Freo big man could become a Bulldog
Rory Lobb is still hellbent on leaving Fremantle for Western Bulldogs but the Dockers aren’t flinching, especially after Griffin Logue’s trade request to North Melbourne.
Star hung out to dry in $1.85m rejection
Fremantle has put its foot down regarding contracted tall Rory Lobb, while three teammates are set to play elsewhere in 2023.
‘100 per cent’: Bulldogs destroyer ready for finals
Two big ins for Fremantle have offset the one massive loss of captain Nat Fyfe for Saturday’s elimination final showdown with the Western Bulldogs.
AFL finals: Who will win and why
From injury worries to red-hot players, we take a complete and in-depth look at the four upcoming AFL finals.
Freo champion calls time on career
Fremantle veteran David Mundy announces he will retire at season’s end after 19 years as an AFL footballer.
‘Poor kid’: Wild finish stuns AFL
The AFL has been left stunned by a pair of monumental mistakes which has cost the Tigers dearly in the race for the top eight.
Rumour swirling AFL star ‘offered $10.5m’
A rival club is reportedly ready to make a mind-blowing contract offer to make a Demons rising star the highest paid player in the AFL.
‘Best in the comp’: Young gun ignites
Fremantle have taken the AFL by storm this season and it’s all stemming from the rise of one young gun who continues to wreak havoc.
‘No excuses’: AFL star banned for drinking
Fremantle Dockers young gun Michael Frederick has been suspended by his own club for an off field drinking indiscretion.
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