‘Shocker’: AFL club’s off-season from hell
It’s been anything but a steady off-season for the West Coast Eagles, with the club embroiled in vaccination scandals and injury setbacks.
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AFL star’s vax saga is finally over
Jed Anderson’s AFL career appeared on the line after he missed the league’s vaccination deadline, but he has now returned to training.
Sore Pies star back training – but with a catch
Jordan De Goey was back at Collingwood training but some familiar faces were missing, while West Coast has more concerns up forward
‘You should be incredibly proud, Ben Cousins’
AFL great Ben Cousins couldn’t wipe the smile off his face as he served as captain for a charity football match in Perth on the weekend.
Coach apologises for insensitive gaffe
West Coast AFLW coach Michael Prior has apologised after he was slammed for an insensitive comment about the pride round.
Unvaxxed AFL star’s future in doubt
West Coast Eagles premiership-winner Jack Darling has been banned from training with his teammates ahead of the 2022 season.
Footy club odd one out in Pride snub
The West Coast Eagles will be the only AFLW team that won’t be wearing a themed jersey in this weekend’s Pride Round.
672-day drought finally broken
The Gold Coast Suns went through 2021 winless but Cameron Joyce’s side has broken the drought just two games into the AFLW season.
Concussion ends another Eagle’s career
West Coast’s Brad Sheppard has played his last AFL game after choosing to put his long-term health first
AFL world losing it over wardrobe blunder
It was supposed to be the moment all young footballers dream about, but then it all went wrong for West Coast’s newest talent.
‘Never forget’: Ex-AFL star’s hilarious tattoo
Footballers are known for getting tattoos to remember their Grand Final wins but an ex-AFL star’s fresh ink is next level.
AFL young gun charged with drink driving
West Coast says it is bitterly disappointed after one of its up and coming stars was charged with drink driving and will have to face court.
Star’s wife’s shock post-wedding photo
The popular wife of an Australian footballer has revealed a shock cancer battle just one week after her wedding day.
Bucky’s list ratings: Where does your club stand?
Is your club in the premiership window or ready for a long rebuild? Expert recruiter Gary Buckenara puts every club’s list under the blowtorch.
Star would’ve quit if coach had his way
Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir has detailed a failed plan that would’ve broken the heart of every West Coast Eagles fan.
Swans lock up stars in AFL spending spree
The Swans have moved to lock up four stars, while a premiership Tiger and an exciting young star have both signed new contracts.
‘Shouldn’t happen’: AFL controversy erupts
Controversy has erupted in the wake of Brisbane’s thrilling win over West Coast, with claims the Bulldogs were robbed of a top four spot.
Coach loses his mind at ‘incredible finish’
The Brisbane Lions managed to finish the season in the top four thanks to a tense win over the West Coast Eagles on Saturday evening.
Fans spot bizarre jersey mistake
An AFL club has been forced to explain an unusual jersey mistake after fans spotted it during West Coast’s game against Brisbane.
Tough selection call for Lions coach
Lions coach Chris Fagan’s reluctance to change an in-form team has led to him making one of his toughest selection decisions of the year.
Troubled star breaks silence ahead of return
An AFL star convicted of drug possession will make his return on Saturday almost two years after he played his last game.
Footy nice guy’s absolutely filthy act
A Fremantle star quietly pulled off one of the coldest acts on the footy field this year with a gesture that has footy legends howling.
Banned AFL star set for return
After nearly two years on the sidelines with more court appearances than AFL games in that time, a premiership hero could return this week.
Coach’s solution to divisive AFL problem
The AFL has yet to decide where it will hold the biggest game of the season but Dockers coach Justin Longmuir thinks he might have the answer.
Stand with Betts: Clubs join fight against racism
Eddie Betts moved a nation with his passionate appeal to unite us all against racism. All 18 clubs have heard the message and are standing with the indigenous great.
New plans for title favourites
A physical game in wet conditions in the west and then a long flight home could mean a new plan for AFL ladder-leaders Melbourne.
‘Bizarre’ scenes as AFL game suspended
In a rare occurrence, Monday night’s AFL game between the Eagles and Demons was suspended due to lightning near Optus Stadium in Perth.
New ladder leaders make a statement
Not even a nearby thunderstorm could stop the Melbourne Demons from reclaiming top spot on the AFL ladder on Monday night.
‘We’re struggling’: AFL coach comes clean
The West Coast Eagles have endured a bumpy 2021 campaign but their coach Adam Simpson says the season can still finish a successful one.
AFL star forced into retirement at age 22
A premiership-winning young gun has been forced into early retirement after just 21 games in the AFL due to a brain trauma injury.
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