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Legend lifts lid on gay AFL storm

An AFL great has opened up on the divisive comments by a teammate that left him “disgusted”, “hurt” and “embarrassed”.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 12: Charlie Curnow of the Blues (L) celebrates with Patrick Cripps of the Blues after kicking a goal during the round 22 AFL match between Carlton Blues and Melbourne Demons at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on August 12, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

AFL Finals: Each team’s top 8 hopes explained

The race for the minor premiership, top two, top four and top eight are all still alive as the AFL season reaches a thrilling conclusion.

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LAUNCESTON, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 13: (L-R) Jack McRae, Marcus Bontempelli and Bailey Smith of the Bulldogs look dejected after a loss during the 2023 AFL Round 22 match between the Hawthorn Hawks and the Western Bulldogs at University of Tasmania Stadium on August 13, 2023 in Launceston, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Career first needed for Bulldogs to reach finals

A shock loss to Hawthorn last week has demanded the Western Bulldogs achieve a career first for coach Luke Beveridge to play finals.

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Western Bulldogs training at Whitten Oval. Coach Luke Beveridge and assistant Rohan Smith. Pic: Michael Klein

Emotional exit hits premiership coach

AFL retirements are plentiful but so are coaching moves and a shock axing at the Western Bulldogs came with an emotional tribute.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - AUGUST 04: during the round 21 AFL match between Western Bulldogs and Richmond Tigers at Marvel Stadium, on August 04, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Records tumble as Dogs maul Richmond

The Western Bulldogs effectively ended Richmond’s season at quarter-time in a record-breaking performance at Marvel Stadium.

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MELBOURNE . 25/03/2023. AFL Round 2. Western Bulldogs vs St Kilda at Marvel Stadium. Bulldog Liam Jones clears from defence during the 3rd qtr. . Pic: Michael Klein

Bulldogs regain star in nick of time

A vital Western Bulldogs defender has been declared fit just in time to bolster an injury-ravaged backline in a must-win clash.

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ADELAIDE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 01: Jordan Butts of the Crows is treated after a head clash with Callum Coleman-Jones of the Kangaroos during the round 16 AFL match between Adelaide Crows and Melbourne Demons at Adelaide Oval, on July 01, 2023, in Adelaide, Australia. (Photo by Mark Brake/Getty Images)

Season over for Crows, Bulldogs defenders

Confirmation of an ACL tear could mean career over for an out-of-contract Bulldog, while the Crows have lost another defender.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JULY 07: Bailey Smith of the Bulldogs is tackled by Tom Mitchell of the Magpies during the 2023 AFL Round 17 match between the Western Bulldogs and the Collingwood Magpies at Marvel Stadium on July 7, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

More ‘nasty’ pain for young Bulldogs star

A run of bizarre injuries has continued for a Western Bulldogs tall, as Bailey Smith is closing in on a return after an illness.

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SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - JULY 13: Marcus Bontempelli of the Bulldogs and team mates look dejected after the round 18 AFL match between Sydney Swans and Western Bulldogs at Sydney Cricket Ground, on July 13, 2023, in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Matt King/AFL Photos/via Getty Images)

Bulldogs blast after top four shock

After missing a chance to push into the AFL top four, Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge had some serious questions for his players.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 18: Liam Jones of the Bulldogs lays injured during the 2023 AFL Round 14 match between the North Melbourne Kangaroos and the Western Bulldogs at Marvel Stadium on June 18, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Massive Bulldogs injury blow

Liam Jones was on track for an All-Australian berth but may be out for the rest of the season in a horror blow to the Western Bulldogs.

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MELBOURNE - June 9 : Bulldog Marcus Bontempelli crashes into Dan Houston of the Power 2nd quarter during the round 13 AFL match between Western Bulldogs and Port Adelaide at Marvel Stadium, on June 9, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. Photo by Michael Klein.

Dubious hit opens AFL can of worms

The Bulldogs’ superstar captain could be in for a mid-season holiday courtesy of this hit on the Power’s Dan Houston.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 03: Tom Stewart of the Cats celebrates a goal with teammates during the 2023 AFL Round 12 match between the Western Bulldogs and the Geelong Cats at Marvel Stadium on June 3, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Reigning premiers return to form in thriller

The Dogs have taken the reigning premiers to the wire in a thrilling rollercoaster of a game that saw a Test cricket legend’s son kick a goal on debut.

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MELBOURNE . 15/04/2023. AFL . Round 5. Gather Round. Port Adelaide vs Western Bulldogs at the Adelaide Oval. Bulldog Aaron Naughton . Pic: Michael Klein

Bevo shuts down talk of star move

Luke Beveridge didn’t quite scoff but he did chuckle as he shot down talk of a positional move for a star forward.

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DARWIN, AUSTRALIA - MAY 27: (L-R) Anthony Scott, Arthur Jones and Cody Weightman of the Bulldogs celebrate during the 2023 AFL Round 11 match between the Gold Coast Suns and the Western Bulldogs at TIO Stadium on May 27, 2023 in Darwin, Australia. (Photo by Michael Willson/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Bulldogs star at it again with hated act

Cody Weightman is in the spotlight once more after he was seen committing one of the game’s most frowned upon acts.

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BALLARAT, AUSTRALIA - MAY 20: Jason Johannisen of the Bulldogs is seen celebrates after the Bulldogs defeated the Crows during the round 10 AFL match between Western Bulldogs and Adelaide Crows at Mars Stadium, on May 20, 2023, in Ballarat, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Worst possible result for Bulldogs flyer

The Western Bulldogs have been dealt a big blow amid their five-game winning streak after a serious injury.

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Indigenous guernseys for Indigenous Round

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.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 25: Luke Beveridge, Senior Coach of the Bulldogs addresses his players during the 2023 AFL Round 02 match between the Western Bulldogs and the St Kilda Saints at Marvel Stadium on March 25, 2023 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Dylan Burns/AFL Photos via Getty Images)

Pressure lifts for ‘grateful’ coach

An AFL coach under fire early in the season has praised his players and announced his side is firmly in the finals mix.

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Former Test cricketer Simon O'Donnell and son James O'Donnell. Photo: Western Bulldogs

‘Beautiful’: Cricket great’s speech melts AFL

The footy world is in meltdown after a touching tribute from a cricketing great to his eldest son, now following in his dual-code footsteps.

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Dejected star’s face is ‘all too familiar’

Another Marcus Bontempelli masterclass has helped the Western Bulldogs over their GWS rivals but the victory has come at a cost.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 08: Oskar Baker of the Bulldogs celebrates winning the round four AFL match between Richmond Tigers and Western Bulldogs at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on April 08, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

Dogs hang on in blockbuster thriller

The Dogs have held off a surging Richmond side to end up on top in a thrilling contest at the MCG.

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Jamarra Ugle-Hagan wiped away tears. Photo: Kayo.

Footy star in tears in devastating interview

Bulldogs star Jamarra Ugle-Hagan wiped away tears in an emotional moment on camera just days after he was racially abused.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 30: Jamarra Ugle-Hagan of the Bulldogs celebrates kicking a goal during the round three AFL match between Western Bulldogs and Brisbane Lions at Marvel Stadium, on March 30, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Daniel Pockett/Getty Images)

Bulldogs star’s ‘powerful’ display just perfect

AFL star Jamarra Ugle-Hagan has made an iconic statement with a courageous act just days after he was racially abused on the field.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 24: Josh Dunkley of the Lions handballs during the round two AFL match between Brisbane Lions and Melbourne Demons at The Gabba, on March 24, 2023, in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Chris Hyde/Getty Images)

Lions wary of ‘wounded’ Bulldogs

Josh Dunkley will take on his former club as the Brisbane Lions bid to inflict further pain on the Western Bulldogs.

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 17: Daisy Pearce looks on as Cats head coach Chris Scott speaks to his players during the round one AFL match between Geelong Cats and Collingwood Magpies at Melbourne Cricket Ground, on March 17, 2023, in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Quinn Rooney/Getty Images)

‘Unfair’: Truth behind Daisy Pearce ban

Lions coach Chris Fagan says it’s “unfair” that clubs have to decide whether to allow TV commentator Daisy Pearce to enter their changerooms.

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MELBOURNE . 25/03/2023. AFL Round 2. Western Bulldogs vs St Kilda at Marvel Stadium. Bulldogs Jamarra Ugle-Hagan, Liam Jones and Oskar Baker walk off Marvel Stadium after tonights loss to St Kilda . Pic: Michael Klein

AFL world calls out ‘abhorrent’ racist attack

Racism in footy has reared its ugly head again, this time targeting a top Western Bulldogs prospect during their loss to the Saints.

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AFL great Doug Hawkins was rushed to hospital after being struck by lightning.Lightning struck the former Bulldog at his Yarraville worksite on Thursday morning as wild storm weather lashed Melbourne.

AFL legend struck by lightning

One of the finest wingers the game has ever seen has described how a “scary” lightning strike left him unwell and light-headed.

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Star’s nasty hit leads to ugly AFL scenes

A Melbourne star faces an anxious wait after delivering a nasty hit on an opponent with calls for a lengthy ban to be handed out.

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BALLARAT, AUSTRALIA - MARCH 03: Liam Picken of the Bulldogs lies on the field injured during the AFL JLT Community Series match between the Western Bulldogs and the Hawthorn Hawks at Mars Stadium on March 3, 2018 in Ballarat, Australia. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Getty Images)

Landmark case could change AFL forever

A former Western Bulldogs premiership winner is set to take the AFL and his former club to court in what could be a game-changing case.

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BRISBANE, AUSTRALIA - JUNE 30: The Bulldogs players look dejected after losing the round 16 AFL match between the Brisbane Lions and the Western Bulldogs at The Gabba on June 30, 2022 in Brisbane, Australia. (Photo by Bradley Kanaris/Getty Images)

Josh Dunkley fires up over Bulldogs exit

Josh Dunkley has snapped back at claims he has been trashing the Western Bulldogs since joining the Brisbane Lions this season.

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Bailey Smith cotton on photo shoot. Picture: Instagram

AFL star looks absurdly ripped in new photo

AFL cult hero Bailey Smith has left fans giddy with new photos showing off a side of him they haven’t seen before.

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