‘Fingers crossed’: Blues hope for star power
Carlton has played its cards close to its chest on the injury front this month, but a defender thinks there could be big inclusions to face North Melbourne.
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‘Just no way’: Premiership Pie slams hangover talk
A premiership Magpie has hit back at suggestions the reigning premier has lacked hunger during its 0-3 start to the season and delivered a strong message to the club’s early critics.
Wife, kids in tears over Fevola secret
Brendan Fevola said everyone in his family broke down in tears after he revealed huge news that left him in shock.
Hall of Fame nod for goalkicking great
A fan favourite and one of the AFL’s great showmen has been included in Carlton’s Hall of Fame.
Inside three minutes of chaos that cost Tigers
Given little hope after an embarrassing round 0 loss, Richmond came close to stunning premiership contender Carlton. One of the Tigers’ stars takes you inside the frantic finish.
Blues laud close game weapon
He may have “lost his good looks” on Thursday night, but a Charlie Curnow positional switch is becoming one of Carlton’s biggest assets.
Six under six: Inside Carlton’s record run of nailbiting wins
No team has had a run of six wins by a kick or less in VFL/AFL history, until Carlton claimed another stunning scalp over Richmond. Here’s how the Blues have done it.
Cripps’ SuperCoach masterclass leads Blues over bruised Tigers
Patrick Cripps and his Blues have recorded another nail-biting win over a bruised and battered Richmond. Relive the updates and SuperCoach action here.
Blues eager for reinforcements after bye
Carlton coach Michael Voss had a simple answer to a question about Sam Walsh as the unbeaten Blues expect to be stronger after their bye.
Wayne Carey can’t hold back rage at AFL
Several contentious umpiring decisions were called out by commentators in Carlton’s thrilling win at the MCG on Thursday.
‘Horrible’ AFL footage no one needed to see
There were concerning scenes in the first game of the AFL season at the MCG and some fans felt they saw too much of a sickening injury.
Predicted teams: Every club’s likely round 1 side
One of North Melbourne’s off-season recruits faces a huge task in his first outing as a Roo after being confirmed to debut against GWS. See every club’s predicted side here.
Neale: ‘Selfish’ Lions punished
Brisbane star Lachie Neale says the Lions have received a timely reminder that they “haven’t done anything yet”.
‘Gutted’ Voss says injured veteran will be missed
A stirring opening round win was soured by a horror injury for Carlton and the coach says the impact will be profound but one his players must overcome.
McCreery escapes penalty for Ward tackle
It was a strong tackle that is expected to rule Callan Ward out for months with a shoulder injury but Collingwood hard nut Beau McCreery had no case to answer.
Early Tackle: The worst first half of Pies legend’s career?
Damien Hardwick and the Suns have put the footy world on notice and SCOTT GULLAN is ready to deliver his first big call of the season. Get all the early likes and dislikes.
Heartbreak as beloved star suffers third ACL
Carlton star Sam Docherty has received shocking news after learning his 2024 season is already over with yet another injury.
Blues star’s emotional tribute after stirring AFL return
Zac Williams has revealed his doubts about ever returning to football after paying an emotional tribute to his late sister following his first match since 2022.
Blue’s punch to ‘set example’ for new rules
There is already huge conjecture over a strike on Lions star Lachie Neale in an early test of the new AFL tribunal approach.
Blues’ best win under Voss? How Carlton redeemed prelim final loss
The Blues crashed out of finals at the Gabba in 2023, now six months later, Charlie Curnow and his partner-in-crime Harry McKay have led the Blues to an historic win in the Lions’ den.
Carlton fans roasted over dress-up fail
What seemed like a fun idea at the Gabba blew up in the faces of a huge section of Carlton fans before they had the last laugh.
Maligned forward proves Carlton’s hero
Carlton has come from the clouds to steal victory against Brisbane, with a heavily criticised forward proving the hero.
Fagan has ‘gut’ feeling about season
While the pain of last year’s grand final loss still lingers, the Brisbane Lions are confident they have taken the necessary steps to go one better this season.
Saad: How AFL learned to embrace Ramadan
Carlton star Adam Saad opens up on his faith, preparing physically to play football in Ramadan and how the league has learned to embrace the holy month.
One thing Blues want to copy from Lions
Carlton is ready to make amends for last year’s AFL preliminary final loss at the Gabba when they meet Brisbane on Friday night.
Curnow opens up on Blues’ trip to Torquay, cruel end to career
Ed Curnow was central to Carlton’s turnaround after a mid-season trip, but he wasn’t there when the whips were cracking. He reflects on the team bonding session and his career.
Blue coup: Local club lands retired AFL star
A local side has secured a bumper signing, landing a recently retired AFL player with more than 200 games of experience — and he won’t just be playing.
Ban looms for new Blue after drug charges
Although the Blues were aware of Elijah Hollands’ pending court case for drug charges, they won’t have their only acquisition of the trade period to start the 2024 season.
Traded star facing court over illicit substance
Carlton has confirmed recruit Elijah Hollands is set to face court on possession of an illicit substance, a day after trading for him.
Carlton recruit’s drug charge
Carlton hailed his recruitment as a coup, but less than 24 hours later its been revealed he’s at the centre of a drug scandal.
Going, staying, in limbo? Where trade period’s biggest deals are at
The AFL trade period officially kicks off today. Which deals will get done and which are still up in the air? Get the latest on all the key players.
List analysis: Is it finally time to smell what the Blues are cooking?
The Blues rose off the canvas to get one game away from the last day of the season, so is it time to recognise them as a serious contender? Chris Cavanagh analyses the state of their list.
Stalking charge explains AFL player’s exit
Mystery over the mid-year sacking of a former Carlton defender has been revealed following his court appearance in Melbourne.
Draft watch: Blues set to hit jackpot with pair of twins in 2024
Exciting father-son prospects are emerging for next year’s AFL Draft – including two for Carlton. See full scouting notes and SuperCoach points from the Under 17 Futures game.
The Tackle: ‘Essence of sport’ at stake after umps’ howler
The umpires put the whistle away on Friday, ensuring a free-for-all end to the Pies’ win, Mark Robinson says it harmed the AFL product. Check out Robbo’s likes and dislikes from the weekend.
Draft picks, trades, re-signings? Blues’ next move after prelim loss
The Blues picked themselves up off the canvas in June to make a run all the way to the second-last week of the season, but after their loss to Brisbane, how do they get back to challenge again?
Robbie Williams’ Aussie dream in tatters
Pop legend Robbie Williams has shared a video that has summed up the devastation being felt by thousands of Aussies today.
Carlton ratings: The costly errors that will haunt Blues
Carlton players will be thinking about their five goal preliminary final lead for a long time. Who stood tall under pressure and who came up short? We rate every player here.
Coleman Medal means jack when your finals are a fizzle
Charlie Curnow arrived at the Gabba with Blues fan hoping for a goal explosion. Unfortunately he left the detonator back in Melbourne. Now he has a summer to think about his finals.
How Blues-Pies GF dream turned into a nightmare – quickly
For 30 minutes it was on – the Carlton-Collingwood blockbuster at the MCG. But then, in a sudden rush, the dream vanished. What happened? Who failed to stand up? Find out here.
Michael Voss, back into the Lion’s Den
When he was sacked in 2013, Michael Voss ‘didn’t know how to feel’. Brisbane had let its favourite son go. Now, 10 years later, the premiership hero returns as the enemy. This is the story.
Aerial threat: The ‘licence’ TDK will take into prelim
Robbie Williams will be pleased with the message Michael Voss has given Tom De Koning ahead of Saturday night’s preliminary final against the Brisbane Lions at the Gabba.
McGuane: If I were the Blues…
The matchups, the tactics and the key tagging role. Mick McGuane breaks down how the Blues can give themselves a red hot crack at making the grand final.
Voss: Lions links irrelevant with GF spot up for grabs
There’s plenty of romance with Michael Voss returning to his old stomping ground for a place in the last game of 2023, but the Blues coach was fairly blunt when quizzed about coming home.
Gabba and Lions ‘irrelevant’ to Voss
Lions legend Michael Voss will have no qualms about ending Brisbane’s season at the Gabba on Saturday night.
AFL legend slams star over classy act
Former Geelong captain Joel Selwood has torn into a Melbourne star over an act of sportsmanship that was widely applauded.
Why it wasn’t ‘talent or luck’ that got Walsh back in the groove
Sam Walsh had to watch on in both 2022 and 2023 as his side pressed to make finals, and now that they’re on the big stage, he’s making all the difference after a tough road back.
Teams, tips: Blues shock as Voss swings axe, Daicos wait over
The Blues have axed four starters from their win over Melbourne for their trip to Brisbane, as a big name returns to the Pies’ line-up. See the full teams and our expert tips for this weekend.
‘Incredible’: Lions veteran’s extra incentive
He’s no longer Brisbane’s captain, but Dayne Zorko’s input has still been vital to a Lions side edging closer to AFL premiership glory.
‘Bemused’ Blues put Kane Cornes in his place
Carlton have hit back at claims they should dump star Harry McKay for the club’s first preliminary final since 2000.
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