Sydney Derby spotlight: ‘It’s time for NSW to take over’
The Swans and Giants are both firmly entrenched in the top four ahead of the first Sydney Derby for 2024. And there’s genuine belief the contest has become one of the AFL’s great rivalries.
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How Giants, Swans, Cats have set themselves apart
The Cats, Giants and Swans have set themselves apart from the rest of the competition, but not just on the ladder. JOSH BARNES unveils how they’ve made the gap.
‘Smug’ comments water off a horse’s back before Sydney derby
John Longmire isn’t buying into comments from GWS’ Sam Taylor that his side his smug and downplayed any concerns around Sam Wicks heading into Saturday’s Sydney derby.
Coach doubles down on eye-watering spray
Hawks coach Sam Mitchell has been quizzed on his expletive-laden rant at a Hawthorn defender in Sunday’s loss to Sydney.
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‘He’ll learn from this’: Coach on gut punch
Peter Ladhams will miss the Swans’ big clash with St Kilda through suspension, but his coach expects him to be better for the incident.
Ladder predictor: Who will claim final spots in the top 8?
Is Carlton a genuine premiership contender or a chance to miss finals altogether? Plus, who will finish in spots 5-8? See our predicted ladder here.
Swans’ ruck dilemma: is two better than one?
There are plenty of questions and not a lot of answers about Sydney’s or Port Adelaide’s ruck division ahead of their big clash at Adelaide Oval.
Your say: Which clubs will slide, surge during run home?
We’ve had our say, now it’s your turn. Check out our predicted ladder and let us know where you think every club will finish at the end of the 2022 season.
Mick McGuane: Simple reasons behind Swans’ success
The Swans charged into the mid-season break with a pair of fighting victories over Richmond and Melbourne, but what went right?
More good news for Demons-slaying Swans
The Swans are riding high after consecutive stirring comebacks over Richmond and Melbourne, with more good news potentially on the horizon.
Dee stumble proves premiership race far from over
Two weeks ago, the reigning premiers looked home and hosed. But a pair of Melbourne losses to contenders has injected new life into the flag chase.
‘No-frills’ Mills making a huge impression
There are few players enjoying a better season than Sydney Swans co-captain Callum Mills, who is revelling in his new leadership role.
Swans greats become champions on special night
Some of the greatest footballers in Sydney’s and South Melbourne’s history were honoured at the Swans’ Hall of Fame function.
Buddy Franklin finally learns his fate
Sydney Swans superstar Lance Franklin has learned his fate following a tribunal hearing for his hit on Richmond’s Trent Cotchin.
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