Oscar Allen is either out of form, under an injury cloud, not being used correctly, or all three – with a third-gamer outshining the skipper. Eliza Reilly unpacks it, plus Freo’s massive flaw.
Luke Beveridge made a bold declaration before the win over Carlton – was it a throwaway line or a genuine aspiration? Liam Jones unpacks what’s happened since. Follow all the daily news.
Across pre-season, all the talk was about the Crows’ three recruits and Sid Draper, but Sunday’s win showed there’s another player whose flexibility is turning them into a danger side.
Darcy Moore is as happy appreciating street art as he would be watching footy. That way of thinking might be why he’s the right choice to lead a new era of footy. Moore sits down with JAY CLARK.
Debutant Isaiah Dudley set Fremantle alight in the first quarter and the Dockers didn’t look back as they piled on the pain against the wounded Eagles in Derby 60.
Adelaide’s win over the Roos wasn’t as pretty as their first two victories in 2025, but Matthew Nicks has praised his troops – plus giving an update on Josh Rachele.
Two Sunday games to close out round 3 threw up a brand new cheapie and fresh questions about one of the biggest stars in SuperCoach. See the key takeaways here.
West Coast fans have raised their middle fingers in support of Harley Reid after the teenager was fined for the same gesture by the AFL. Watch the video.
Melbourne’s engine room was once the most powerful force in football. Not anymore. The Dees promised a revival in 2025, but it’s all gone wrong early. Jay Clark finds out how in The Tackle.
No ban had been handed to any player who shoved their opponent into trouble this year, until now. A young Tiger is set to be the first test case of an AFL pre-season warning.
The Demons are in crisis mode after back-to-back smashings, but that won’t deter them from their goal of September footy, while also remaining confident one of their stars is going nowhere.
Carlton could not only welcome back Harry McKay, but also a forward not seen in 2025 for their must-win clash with Collingwood, while the Cats have injury concerns of their own.
GWS got the jump on Hawthorn down in Tassie, before Will Day led a Hawks blitz that the Giants never recovered from. But that wasn’t even the most impressive part of the win.
A former Bulldog and Blue is one step closer to achieving his NFL dream, but he’ll have to stop in Hawaii along the journey. Meanwhile, Australia’s code war continues to heat up in SUNDAY SHOUT.
Australia has a long history of producing parent-child sporting greatness, but which famous name stands above the rest?
GWS felt the full brunt of Sam Mitchell’s Hawks on Saturday night – next it’s Port Adelaide’s turn. And it’s obvious who’s ready for the grudge match. See the early likes, dislikes.
Willem Duursma is one of top prospects in this year’s draft – and he knows how it works. The young gun opens up on Harley Reid’s influence and his three siblings who have all made the big time.
Harley Reid was the hottest topic in football even before he was drafted – but the narrative has changed. In an exclusive interview, the teenager reveals what life’s really like in the spotlight.
Saturday night was eerily similar to last year’s preliminary final – but this time it was domination in slow motion by the Lions. So, what does it really tell us about the Cats? DAN BATTEN looks for the answer.
If it wasn’t already, it’s crystal clear now – for the competition and for those in charge at St Kilda, writes Josh Barnes. Here’s what Saturday’s victory over Richmond proved.
GWS star recruit Jake Stringer has a rare contract clause that will see him miss out on income unless he stays in top physical condition. Jay Clark has the details.
Josh Treacy was a quiet country kid when he was drafted to Fremantle. Now he’s a leader and has found his voice. The Dockers spearhead tells Eliza Reilly how it happened.
Commentators and armchair experts have been lining up to question Richmond’s long-term commitment to Tim Taranto and Jacob Hopper. But in his Super Saturday preview, Nathan Buckley asks where the Tigers would be without them.
Carlton’s inability to win close games in recent seasons is becoming a trend as Michael Voss was left to rue another blown final quarter lead. CHRIS CAVANAGH has the Deep Dive.
Third-gamer Sam Davidson produced the game of his life to help Western Bulldogs condemn Carlton to a 0-3 start to the season for the first time since 2019 and intensify the pressure on Michael Voss.
Richmond star Noah Balta has pleaded guilty to assault charges – but he will soon be available for AFL selection given the club’s ban will stand.
Port Adelaide has a host of defenders coming out of contract at season’s end. But one of the Power’s most important, Kane Farrell, is set to make a decision this week.
Was Harley Reid robbed? Did Dockers fans have the right to boo Chris Judd? We’ve ranked the best 60 derby performances of all-time to celebrate the 60th meeting of West Coast and Fremantle.
Harley Reid and his middle finger have spent the week in the spotlight for the wrong reasons. What will it mean for Andrew McQualter’s first derby in charge of West Coast?
Adelaide has revealed how it will replace injured backman Nick Murray, while Fremantle will unveil a debutant in this weekend’s derby. See full round 3 teams here.
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