Lions ready for ‘emotional’ Eagles
West Coast’s sacking of coach Adam Simpson has the Brisbane Lions preparing to face a fired-up Eagles team on Sunday.
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Sacked coach blindsided in car crash presser
West Coast has sacked coach Adam Simpson and thrown him under the bus with a wild moment in his farewell press conference.
Eagles coach gone by ‘mutual consent’
After three tortured years, the West Coast Eagles have decided to move on from the coach who took them to the 2018 flag.
AFL young guns to renew rivalry
A rivalry stemming from junior football will be renewed on Sunday when emerging pair Will Ashcroft and Harley Reid cross paths in Perth.
‘No excuses’: Fan banned for racist comments
The Lions have acted decisively in condemning racist comments made by a club member against an Adelaide Crows star.
Players’ text bombshell rocks West Coast
Three West Coast players sent text messages saying they want the coach gone and Adam Simpson has revealed what he’ll do about it.
AFL star’s wife’s update amid cancer battle
The wife of West Coast Eagles star Jamie Cripps has shared an update from her hospital bed, three years after her initial cancer diagnosis.
‘Biggest deal in history’ to shake up AFL
West Coast Eagles prodigy Harley Reid is set to be the subject of a monster bidding war with Victorian clubs loading up a war chest.
AFL star suffers devastating family tragedy
A West Coast Eagles champion has suffered a devastating loss one day after his team’s loss on the other side of the country.
West Coast’s surprise update on Reid deal
Harley Reid has taken the AFL by storm in his rookie season and there is already huge interest in his contract with the Eagles.
‘Never seen before’: Cousins on Dusty
Ben Cousins, a close friend of 300-gamer Dustin Martin, has detailed the “enormous impression” the Tiger champion made on him.
‘Can’t believe it’: Fury at twin AFL shockers
A controversial umpiring call decided the game for the second time on Saturday, as North Melbourne finally broke their dreaded losing streak.
Young AFL prodigy learns his fate
West Coast Eagles rookie prodigy Harley Reid has learned his fate after attempting to downgrade a two-game ban over his sling tackle.
Death of ‘absolute titan’ rocks AFL
The AFL world is in mourning after the death of Australian Football Hall of Famer and Western Australian legend John Todd.
‘Fakest and falsest’ AFL award slammed
West Coast are challenging Harley Reid’s suspension that has cost a shot at the AFL’s Rising Star and ignited debate over the award.
Eagles challenge No.1 pick’s ban
Harley Reid’s suspension has cost him a shot at the AFL’s Rising Star award so his club are taking on the ban.
AFL great grills Harley Reid about one word
West Coast Eagles young gun Harley Reid has been grilled about one topic in a TV interview amid sad revelations about the AFL star.
Harley Reid reveals sad family update
AFL phenom Harley Reid has revealed the private sadness behind his controversial family act that was branded “ridiculous”.
‘New toy’: Teen sensation’s attention is hard to tame
Trying to curb the hype around Harley Reid is hard for West Coast coach Adam Simpson when the kid does things like he did on Sunday.
‘Cheat code’: Harley Reid act drops jaws
AFL No. 1 draft pick Harley Reid is on track to break an untouchable league record after he produced a goal of the year contender.
‘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.
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.
‘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.
Crows, Eagles change names for next round
Adelaide and West Coast are the two latest AFL clubs to announce that they will change names for the upcoming Sir Doug Nicholls Round.
Reid was ‘flagging’ during derby heroics
The Eagles coach says a rest for first-year superstar Harley Reid was a “priority” as he made a surprise revelation about the teenager.
AFL star’s vanishing act beggars belief
He’s the breakout star of the AFL world, but Harley Reid is in Victoria this weekend instead of the Gold Coast with his teammates.
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.
‘Do it’: AFL teen’s pay rise after six games
Harley Reid is set for a massive pay rise after almost singlehandedly turning West Coast around with a blistering start to his career.
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.
Rivals fume with basketcase club set for AFL gift
It appears inevitable that West Coast will receive an AFL handout with fresh details emerging about the proud club’s “incompetence”.
Eagles’ record low amid call for AFL help
The West Coast Eagles recorded some more unwanted history as their troubles continued against the Western Bulldogs.
AFL swoons over No. 1’s ‘mindblowing’ play
No. 1 pick Harley Reid has wowed footy fans with a ‘Dusty-like’ highlight play in a glimpse that suggests he will live up to the hype.
‘Unnecessary’: Greene’s ugly act slammed
Toby Greene has an AFL rule named after him and the GWS star could find himself in strife after it appeared once more.
AFL champion lands huge new role
Controversial footy legend Ben Cousins has inked an exclusive new deal ahead of his appearance on Dancing With the Stars.
AFL No. 1 pick makes newspaper takeover
Harley Reid has been arguably the most hyped No. 1 draft pick ever – and his major sponsor has made a unique act of support ahead of his debut.
AFL great quits over ‘puppy fat’ drama
A WA footy great has quit his gig and slammed Perth media over the state’s adoration for West Coast’s top draft pick, Harley Reid.
Ben Cousins’ wild new career move
After overcoming addiction and stints in jail, former AFL star Ben Cousins is preparing for a wild new career move.
Trial dates set for accused boat crash skipper
The man accused of crashing a boat during a late-night sail, killing his wife and the mother of a rising AFL star, goes to trial in 2024.
Teen accused of killing handball coach
A teenager is accused of killing a former Australian handball coach, who was found dead with his hands bound and with a blindfold on.
AFL cult hero shares huge baby news
A detail in a photo shared by Nic Naitanui is warming hearts with the cult hero footballer announcing big family news.
Bombshell AFL deal comes out of nowhere
A legendary coach is “infatuated” by one player who’s set to shape the AFL Draft as rivals consider bombshell ploys to swoop on him.
Update on boat crash that killed AFL star’s mum
A man accused of skippering a boat that crashed and killed both his wife and the mother of an AFL star will go to trial.
Mystery as four-team bombshell rocks AFL
The Demons have made some big moves on day three, making an inspired move up the draft board and moving on a two-time All-Australian.
Cousins in stunning Brownlow Medal return
Recovering AFL star Ben Cousins has privately been preparing to make a comeback 18 years in the making at the Brownlow Medal.
‘Time is now right’: Major domino falls at West Coast
West Coast will start to rebuild its besieged off-field leadership – but there’s a twist to when a key personnel change will occur.
‘Worse than we thought’: AFL club exposed
Kane Cornes has declared West Coast’s crisis could be even worse than thought, citing damning details from the club’s awards night.
Big No. 1 pick twist as suitors emerge
West Coast is suddenly in a predicament with its prized No. 1 pick with speculation emerging the Eagles are open for business.
AFL club finally puts coach out of his misery
Speculation over Adam Simpson’s future has raged all year long and now West Coast has made a call on its senior coach.
Rumours swirl over Sydney Swans bombshell
An AFL great has ruled himself out of the race to be West Coast’s new coach amid reports he’s part of another coaching succession plan.
‘We’re fine’: AFL coach can’t accept reality
The pressure on Adam Simpson is ready to explode, but the under-fire West Coast coach insists he’s “staying the course”.
End of an era as Richmond star quits
Another key figure in Richmond’s historic triple-premiership dynasty has moved into retirement after a stellar career.
‘Atrocious’: Carey’s stunning Buckley slap
Wayne Carey has taken a staggering swipe at footy legend Nathan Buckley over video footage that has rocked the AFL.
‘That’s tanking’: AFL conspiracy erupts
West Coast’s tactics in the dying stages of their one-point loss have been questioned, with commentators debating whether they were tanking.
‘Arrogant’ Eagles face crunch off-season
West Coast will quickly become one of the AFL’s youngest lists and these are the brutal calls the once-great club could make.
Bombshell report Eagles cleanout has begun
The West Coast Eagles are reportedly sharpening their knives with the “first casualty” of the club’s expected clean out identified.
‘Sacked at halftime’: AFL coach ridiculed
West Coast coach Adam Simpson is under increasing pressure after yet another lopsided AFL defeat, this time to Carlton in Melbourne.
Next step after ex-AFL masseuse killed
A teenager is accused of killing former West Coast Eagles masseuse Patrik Weiss, whose body was found in his home.
Rival’s declaration Lions don’t want to hear
West Coast coach Adam Simpson has made a declaration that no premiership-contending coach would want said about their team.
‘Not on our radar’: Lions vow to respect rivals
The Brisbane Lions won’t “disrespect” AFL cellar dwellers West Coast by contemplating a huge win at the Gabba on Saturday.
Zorko to provide ‘spark’ for Lions
The energy Dayne Zorko will provide in his return from a calf injury will be welcomed by the Brisbane Lions at the Gabba this weekend.
Star Lion in doubt for clash with Eagles
The Brisbane Lions are likely to make at least three changes to their team for Saturday’s battle against AFL cellar dwellers West Coast.
Team’s stunning response to AFL massacre
A week after they were belted by a record 171 points, the West Coast Eagles have produced a stunning turnaround in form.
Club’s nightmare $7m payout revealed
The West Coast Eagles find themselves locked in an ugly situation after damning figures revealed why they can’t move on from their coach.
AFL star ‘may not play again’ after diagnosis
A West Coast Eagles player may not play again as his dad revealed the shocking extent of illness amid the team’s horror run.
‘Under-14s stuff’: Eagles’ efforts savaged
West Coast’s skills have been likened to an “under 14s” team with players “not even trying” in scathing criticism from their 171-point SCG horror show.
‘Unacceptable’: Eagles break silence on coach
The West Coast Eagles have released a strongly-worded statement about their head coach, Adam Simpson.
‘Hideous’: AFL world in meltdown
The AFL world has sharpened the knives after West Coast’s bloodbath loss, and it does not make for pretty reading at all.
AFL erupts over 200-point massacre
West Coast has been labelled “embarrassing for the competition” after one of the biggest bloodbaths in the history of the AFL.
‘Red card’: De Goey hit torn to shreds
Collingwood gun Jordan De Goey is in hot water after he knocked out a West Coast player with a high and late bump that left him concussed.
Little known ‘quirk’ sends footy world wild
The umpiring had been slammed by fans all night long, but this little-known quirk might have taken the cake as the strangest call made as the Suns downed the Dogs in Darwin.
Reports show extent of club’s ugly divide
The West Coast Eagles’ horror on field performances have left the club fractured with a new report showing just how bad things are.
AFL great jailed over house fire
West Coast Eagles champion Daniel Kerr has been jailed for two years after setting fire to his parents’ home in Kardinya.
Confusion over coach’s ‘three-month holiday’
Footy Classified’s Eddie McGuire revealed West Coast’s plan to save Adam Simpson’s job before the club itself sparks confusion.
‘Not what was said’: AFL great hits back
Former Collingwood coach Nathan Buckley has rubbished a report for misconstruing his remarks regarding an under fire coach.
Club great calls for AFL coach’s head to roll
An Eagles great says Adam Simpson’s time is up on arguably the club’s darkest day after West Coast were belted by 116 points by 18th-placed Hawthorn.
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.
Star savages own side in AFL horror show
The West Coast Eagles have put out yet another grim display at Optus Stadium, thrashed in front of a livid home crowd.
‘What he deserved’: Limited sympathy for banned Demon
While Gold Coast coach Stuart Dew sympathised with banned Demon Jacob van Rooyen, a Suns player was not so kind.
‘Disgraceful’ call dumbfounds footy world
Footy fans are blowing up after a 50m penalty that left everyone — even the recipient — confused during the Tigers-Eagles clash at the MCG.
Fans fume over skipper’s dangerous act
Geelong’s Patrick Dangerfield led his team to a monster win, but one incident early in the contest left fans watching on seeing red.
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