Crows blow their chance to lose the ultimate bunny tag
Adelaide has now failed in its past 10 games against Collingwood – but it could have been a completely different story if it wasn’t for a costly third term. Here’s how it all unfolded.
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Why Pies’ Houston trade hasn’t paid off — yet
Dan Houston’s Collingwood career started with a bang against his old club, but since then the All Australian has been ‘underwhelming’. Jon Ralph finds out why.
AFL embarrassed, umpires fume after botched Schultz investigation
An embarrassed AFL has taken full responsibility for the Lachie Schultz concussion debacle and the incorrect statement which claimed its umpires did not see the Pies star in a distressed state.
AFL in crisis as ‘cover up’ scandal explodes
The AFL has been plunged into “crisis” with unheard audio forcing the league to perform a backflip after a “sickening” scene.
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‘Never seen anything like it’: Club rocked
Collingwood were tipped to be a finals contender in 2025, but concerning scenes took place during their season opener on Sunday.
The five-minute Pies patch that will worry Fly the most
If Collingwood thought it was hot in Sydney, just wait for the heat if the most experienced side in club history fails to click soon, writes ED BOURKE. And it’s obvious where the focus will be.
Dad’s Army? 10 kids who will can help keep Pies in premiership mix
Most assume it’s premiership in 2025 or bust for Collingwood. But, not JON RALPH. He names 10 players under the age of 25 who can help ensure the Magpies remain a threat.
Washed up at 19: The rise, fall and rebuild of Danny Roach
Danny Roach went from realising his dream of being drafted to quitting football within two years. The former Magpie tells ANDY BELLAIRS how he rebuilt his life after a chastening AFL experience.
Gun Hawks overlooked in first round teams
Hawthorn’s recruiting spree has forced a major shake-up, while a number of Opening Round teams will be well below full strength.
Favourite son returns to Pies after recruiting cleanout
After a restructuring of their football department, the Magpies are set to welcome home a favourite son to run their recruiting program.
Pies’ bid for trade loophole revealed amid blockbuster plans
Collingwood is poised to be a contender for another big fish — such as Matt Rowell — later this year, but only if the AFL ticks off the club’s attempts to trade another first-round pick.
Quaynor’s ascent: How Pie plans to put dark year behind him
For the first time in his career, Isaac Quaynor felt like he had ‘gone backwards’. He tells JON RALPH how he’s learned balance can be a key part of his ascent.
Alex Pendlebury opens up on the life of an AFL wife
As the wife of Collingwood legend Scott, Alex Pendlebury is used to footy consuming her family’s life, but as the Magpies star laces up for yet another season, she says they still never take it for granted.
Buckley: Why Pies will beat Blues ‘battlers’ to finals berth
The finals race is set to be more competitive than ever this year. Collingwood great NATHAN BUCKLEY explains why Carlton and Port Adelaide will miss out and reveals his top-eight prediction.
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