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.
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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?
Pear-shaped: Port’s big problem exposed again
Port Adelaide has had one big issue this season, and against the Lions on Saturday night, it reared its ugly head again. Here’s how the Power fell well short at the Gabba.
Martin cops two-game ban as big selection calls loom
The verdict is in – and Carlton will have to make at least two changes to the side that defeated Sydney last night, with Jack Martin suspended and Harry McKay concussed.
Brutal September lesson can drive Saints to greatness
A season full of promise for St Kilda ended in elimination final disappointment. As JOSH BARNES writes, what happens next will define the second coming of Ross Lyon.
The great Grundy coup: Swans deal that will trump all
Sydney is now favourite to secure Brodie Grundy in the exchange period. But how will the Swans fit him in? And how have they pushed past the Power? Here’s the latest.
Robbo: Dees-Blues final perfect to honour an immortal
He’s a premiership coach at Carlton and a legend at Melbourne — that’s why the AFL can’t miss the chance to honour Ron Barassi when the clubs meet in finals, writes Mark Robinson.
T-Swift and Greene’s unpaid bets: Daniels’ finals diary
GWS are preparing a September charge and Brent Daniels is set to play a big role. The pocket rocket takes us behind the scenes of the Giants’ finals camp.
McGuane: The key to Lyon’s Saints marching on
St Kilda are headed to the finals for the first time since 2011. AFL analyst Mick McGuane takes a look at where their clash against GWS will be won and lost.
McGuane: How Port can capitalise on ‘free hit’ against Lions
The Lions have been unbeatable in Brisbane this season, so what chance do the Power have? Mick McGuane analyses how both sides get it done and secure a home preliminary final.
How Dean Robinson bounced back
He was the high performance coach known as “the weapon” who became the most hatest man in sport. But Dean Robinson’s falling out with Essendon had a silver lining.
Heartbreaking loss a true reflection of Swans’ season
The Swans’ crushing defeat to the Blues was gallant, but accurately reflected a season in which Sydney was its own worst enemy at times, as they suffered heartbreak on the MCG again.
Shock call to ban contact sport for juniors
Leading brain injury experts have called for the banning of contact sports for all children under 14, with key figures concerned we risk raising a generation of brain-damaged kids
Grundy time? Dees’ forward woes take further blow
The Dees’ issues up forward arguably cost them against the Pies, and now Simon Goodwin will have to search for another answer in the forward line. Could it be Brodie Grundy?
Straight to tribunal: Maynard’s finals fate in balance
Brayden Maynard’s hopes of playing in Collingwood’s preliminary final will be decided at the tribunal after a dramatic day where the AFL intervened in the match review process.
On the outer, to Port’s heart and soul: The rebirth of SPP
Sam Powell-Pepper could have left Port in 2021, now fatherhood is inspiring the Power warrior to try to help the club win a flag in 2023. The Port star sits down with Matt Turner.
Grand final or bust: Port reveals skipper’s injury prognosis
Tom Jonas was not picked in the Power’s side to face the Lions on Saturday, but the retiring skipper will now need a miracle to get back for a potential fairytale finish.
‘Stroke of luck’ that delivered the Swans an AFLW gun
Everything seemed to be falling into place for Laura Gardiner to become an AFLW star at Geelong. Here’s how she ended up a Swan instead.
Brisbane Lions’ answer to Port Oppenheimer theme
Port Adelaide has Oppenheimer. Collingwood has a secret formula. At Brisbane, Chris Fagan has pulled multiple motivational levers to steel his side for September success.
Miscarriage, family and breaking barriers: Arnell opens up
Tragedy unintentionally led Lauren Arnell to Alberton. In an exclusive chat, Port’s AFLW coach reveals how her pregnancy journey has shaped her perspective on life and footy.
Pleasure and Payne: How Lion capitalised on bittersweet chance
Jack Payne has gone from a fringe Lion to a player one club legend believes is the most important figure in Brisbane’s premiership tilt. CALLUM DICK finds out why.
Why embattled commission chairman is a finals no-show
AFL CEO Gillon McLachlan has explained why embattled AFL commission chairman Richard Goyder will not be attending any finals matches this weekend.
Inside story: Why the Bombers passed on Charlie – twice
A key figure who had watched all of Charlie Curnow’s draft year couldn’t have been clearer to the Bombers about why they should take him. But the Dons said no – twice.
The stat Blues rank 18th for and why it’s a big worry
Is Carlton really ready to come from the clouds and make a premiership charge from outside the top four, or will Sydney spoil the party on Friday night? Mick McGuane has the answers.
Three or free: The likely outcome of MRO’s biggest ever call
Brayden Maynard’s premiership dream might today be over – there’s no middle ground. Get the expert verdict and insight on why the star Pie could be cleared, or banned for September.
Robbo: MRO can’t slap Maynard with ‘ridiculous’ charge
As Brayden Maynard faces a nervous wait to learn whether he will be playing in Collingwood’s preliminary final, Mark Robinson says the match review officer only has one option.
Maynard ‘jumped off the ground and knocked a guy out’: Goodwin
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin has given an insight into a “shattered” Angus Brayshaw’s mindset and hinted at whether he expects Brayden Maynard to be suspended.
Shallow and sloppy: Can Grundy fix Dees’ forward 50 nightmare?
How can a team lose a game by seven points when they’ve had 32 more forward 50m entries? Jay Clark looks at the biggest issues facing Melbourne and the possible solutions.
Academy graduates take centre stage in Swans finals charge
If ever proof was needed of the value of the Sydney Swans Academy, look no further than the teams for Friday night’s elimination final.
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