‘Could blow up’: McLaren, Piastri concerns
Oscar Piastri is hoping to break an Aussie Formula One curse this weekend, as all eyes centre on the dynamic in the McLaren garage.
Sydney
14 missing: Swans hit by injury crisis ahead of grand final rematch
The Sydney Swans have been hit by an injury crisis ahead of their grand final rematch with the Brisbane Lions, with 14 players unavailable for the clash.
‘Proud club’: What Lions are wary of
Having been forced to wait longer than expected to start their premiership defence, the Brisbane Lions are ready for a Sydney side intent on redemption.
Download today: Every AFL club’s 2025 team poster
There’s no better way to show off your footy fandom than with a team poster. Download your club’s for 2025 today and show off your club colours at home and work.
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Parker says mental ‘scarring’ cost ex-teammates in GF disaster
As Sydney prepare to launch another flag assault this year, former Swan Luke Parker has lifted the lid on the scars from the 2022 Grand Final that plagued their 2024 defeat to Brisbane.
Every Swan rated: Sydney’s ace in the hole against premiership rivals
The Swans are coming off another brutal GF defeat, but change is in the air. Can they go a step further in 2025? Jon Ralph and Glenn McFarlane say they have one thing no other contender has.
Inside the AFL’s mission to conquer western Sydney
Despite record-breaking years for the Swans and Giants, junior participation rates in areas of NSW had fallen. However, clubs in western Sydney are finally optimistic that they’re on the rise again. LACHLAN MCKIRDY finds out why.
Pre-season intel: Swans, Giants bolters make round 1 cases
SuperCoaches have another midfield cheapie to consider after a young Giant surged into the frame for an early debut with an impressive outing in the pre-season hitout against Sydney.
Buddy, Barry and flag heroes: Sydney’s best team since 2000
Sydney has been one of the AFL’s most dominant teams this century, powered by a host of the league’s biggest stars. See who made the cut in Lachlan McKirdy’s best side since 2000.
‘Make it his own’: New Sydney No.23’s SANFL pedigree
Ned Bowman has footy in his blood. His father Lachy was a SANFL star with Norwood who drove 500km a game to play. Now, he’s tipping his son to embrace the pressure of inheriting Lance Franklin’s number.
Swans young gun busted trying to buy drugs
A young Swans midfielder will miss the start of the AFL season after being caught by police trying to buy illicit substances at a venue in Sydney’s eastern suburbs.
Young Swan caught buying illicit substance
The Swans youngster, who played five matches in 2024, has been suspended for the first two rounds of the upcoming AFL season.
‘Something’s not right’: Moment Melican knew things had changed
It was late in the 2024 home and away season that Lewis Melican had a moment of maturity. Now, the Swans defender is taking on more responsibility — and has a new deal locked away.
Five grand finals, no flags: Papley, Grundy open up on brutal reality
Tom Papley and Brodie Grundy have five losing grand finals between them without premiership success. The star Sydney pair reveal how they are bouncing back ahead of 2025.
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