Why hoodoo-busting win is huge for Lions
Jason Akermanis knows what it’s like to come up against a seemingly unbeatable opponent — and beat them. And it’s not the only reason the current Lions remind Aker of his all-conquering Brisbane team.
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Teams: Pies goes tall, big-name Saints ready to deliver
Chris Mayne returns for Collingwood as the Magpies opt for height against the Eagles, who welcome back a number of big names. But did Jaidyn Stephenson keep his spot? Check out the full teams.
Deja vu: Is Cox about to rip finals apart?
Remember when Mason Cox destroyed Richmond in the preliminary final? Well Collingwood’s giant could be about to do it again if his form is anything to go by. See the most in-form player at every finalist.
McKernan out: First domino falls for Dons, who’s next?
Shaun McKernan has announced he has played his final game with Essendon. And there may be other Bombers who won’t be at The Hangar in 2021.
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Tigers defence is the AFL’s best
RICHMOND’S defence once used to house a collection of battlers and role players but it is now the key weapon in their premiership assault, writes JON RALPH.
Barometer: Fantasia’s season in doubt
UPDATE: ESSENDON star Orazio Fantasia will miss more than a month with a hamstring injury, while Pie Daniel Wells is in doubt. ALL THE LATEST INJURY NEWS
Can Saints give Roo a finals farewell?
THE RUN HOME: NO one wants to see Nick Riewoldt retire. So what will it take for the Saints to give Roo a September farewell? See every club’s path to the finals here.
Spotless can fit Tiger Army: AFL
THE AFL says Spotless Stadium would be big enough to accommodate Richmond’s travelling fan base if the two clubs clash in a blockbuster qualifying final.
What do Round 20 results mean for your team?
UPDATE: ROUND 20 turned the race for the top four, and top eight, on its head. How is your club placed with three weeks to go in the closest season in memory?
Dees on slide as top 8 battle heats up
MELBOURNE was the biggest loser over the weekend but it wasn’t on the scoreboard, and there are seven clubs still in the race for a finals berth. JON ANDERSON rates every team.
Tigers extinguish Hawks’ finals flame
RICHMOND turned up the pressure and confirmed their top-four credentials on Sunday while extinguishing Hawthorn’s finals hopes at the MCG.
Tigers still in dark over Dusty deal
RICHMOND has tabled a “compelling” offer to Dustin Martin but chief executive Brendon Gale says the club remains in the dark over his intentions beyond this season.
Tiger reveals: Why we really love Dusty
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Six steps to the perfect Brownlow speech
MEMO to Dustin Martin – learn from these professionals during their big moments. Follow these six easy steps to make sure Brownlow night goes off without a hitch.
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