Lions’ silver lining to cruel Ashcroft blow
The loss of rising star favourite Will Ashcroft to a cruel knee injury has proven a defining moment in Brisbane’s season, helping another on-baller rediscover his elite form.
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Brayshaw, broken toes and big calls: Goody speaks out
Ahead of today’s tribunal, Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin faced the media to talk about Brayden Maynard and Angus Brayshaw’s health, Max Gawn injury reports and more.
Expert selections: Who could be in for finals heartbreak?
Only 23 can take the field for every team left in September, but who will have to watch on from the sidelines as stars make their returns? Experts dissect the big decisions facing every finalist.
Lyon opens up on Membrey’s ‘delicate situation’
Ross Lyon has reassured St Kilda fans and the football public that Tim Membrey is in ‘really good, ongoing care’, before detailing the difficult lead-in to Saturday’s final.
Contract limbo: How do Blues handle September hero?
Caleb Marchbank played a big role in Carlton’s finals win over the Swans, but will he get a new deal? Here’s where every out-of-contract player sits at your club.
How ordering coffee began a scary part of sport star’s day
Lydia Pingel was forced into medical retirement after she suffered seven concussions in three seasons. It affects her daily.
‘AFL desperate for Pies flag’: Brayshaw slams Maynard handling
Angus Brayshaw’s brother has accused the AFL of Collingwood bias, launching a scathing attack on the league’s handling of the Brayden Maynard case.
Power breathe sigh of relief as injury queries grow before final
The Power are counting the cost of their tough loss in Brisbane with a number of injury concerns across the team, but one of their stars will definitely face GWS. Here’s the latest from Port.
‘Best thing I’ve ever done’: Bedford’s Giant move validated
Toby Bedford didn’t get the opportunity to play on the big stage with Melbourne, now at the Giants the small forward is embracing the moment in the Orange Tsunami.
Dimma lures ex-premiership Tiger to Gold Coast
Damien Hardwick’s off-season wins keep on coming with the newly-minted Gold Coast coach tempting a former premiership Tiger who’s now a highly-rated coach to jump on board.
Robbo: Brayshaw camp waits for justice in historic AFL case
Brayden Maynard’s bump on Angus Brayshaw and its consequences will not only be a seminal moment for the game, but could also be one for the Dees star, writes Mark Robinson.
Three, free or AFL appeal? Experts deliver their Maynard verdict
Brayden Maynard’s bump on Angus Brayshaw is footy’s hottest topic and our experts and some of footy’s biggest names have declared whether the Pie is safe or gone. Have your say here.
How will Demons put out finals spotfires?
Melbourne is trying to avoid becoming the first club to go out of the finals in straight sets two years running – and Simon Goodwin has to make some big selection calls. Who comes in?
Draft riser? Boom defender catches fire in Coates League
A draft bolter pushed his case with a huge game for the Tasmanian Devils on Saturday, while a top midfield prospect caught the eye again. See all the SuperCoach scores, stats.
The Tackle: Too many passengers at Port
Port Adelaide’s issues against Brisbane started well before injuries hit, and it’s time for players other than Rozee and Butters to step up, writes Mark Robinson.
AFLW: Premiers make statement, Bomber’s day out at Windy Hill
The Dees were inspired to victory by one of the great AFLW quarters, while the Bombers took care of business at their spiritual home of Windy Hill. See the full AFLW results here.
SOS? Blues’ McKay replacement racing clock to play Dees
Carlton’s stars are backing Jack Silvagni to make his return against Melbourne, but having only played a half of footy in eight weeks, what does he need to do to get back in?
Premiership Dee to give game away after one last flag tilt
A premiership hero for Melbourne will hang up the boots after this season, hoping he can add a second flag to his name before his career is over.
Fears Dee’s knock may be ‘career-ending’ as return date unknown
Christian Petracca says Brayden Maynard’s bump on Angus Brayshaw was hard to watch, with concussion campaigner Peter Jess saying Brayshaw’s latest head knock could be career-ending.
Voss set to cash in on Blues’ September surge
After steering the Carlton ship out of some extremely murky waters in 2023, Blues coach Michael Voss is set to reap the rewards of a season that’s not done yet.
The number that will scare Lions’ finals rivals
Brisbane went into its first final knowing it had to counter Port Adelaide’s biggest strength. Their response impressed even coach Chris Fagan.
How AFLW’s history-maker continues to lead the way
The competition might have changed a lot since its first season but Nicola Barr is still in the thick of the AFLW action at the GWS Giants.
Who’s coming to help Jack? How Saints contend in 2024
Ross Lyon said his skipper played a lone hand in the guts in St Kilda’s elimination final defeat, so do the Saints find the help from within or go shopping during the trade period?
Lord’s a semi-final lock, right? It might not be that simple
If Charlie Dixon returns for Saturday night’s do-or-die final, will breakout forward Ollie Lord be picked ahead of Jeremy Finlayson and Todd Marshall? Go inside Port’s big dilemma.
Inside the ‘pure emotion’ of Blues’ win – and they made it
Friday night was some night, Blues fans. Sam Landsberger takes you inside the rooms – and making – of the September team that Stephen Silvagni built.
The response that proves these Lions are different
In Septembers past, what happened early in Saturday night’s qualifying final might’ve broken Brisbane – but things are different now, writes Callum Dick.
Blockbuster pick swap: Deal that could land Vic club pick 4
With a number of academy guns set to go at the pointy end of the draft, Gold Coast is likely to cash in pick 4 beforehand – but who’s got the best deal? There’s a new frontrunner.
Saints throw arms around Membrey
St Kilda coach Ross Lyon says the club’s thoughts are with Tim Membrey after the forward was a game-day withdrawal from the Saints’ elimination final team.
Why the threat from off-Broadway Giants is very real
After what they did on Saturday, it might be time for everyone outside of Olympic Park to take the Giants seriously. Here’s how they steamrolled the Saints – and why rivals should be worried.
Big Blue calls: How does Voss replace Martin, McKay?
Carlton’s selectors hold the club’s finals fate in their hands as they debate two huge selection dilemmas this week — who replaces Jack Martin and Harry McKay?
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