Head knocks force young gun to retire
The concussion issue continues to be the biggest facing the AFL with another young player forced into retirement because of head knocks.
The concussion issue continues to be the biggest facing the AFL with another young player forced into retirement because of head knocks.
Huge roars erupted from Collingwood players at training, but a star’s return comes amid a fresh injury setback for another forward.
Jeremy Howe knows a thing or two about coming back from injury, but he tells GLENN McFARLANE one Pie on the comeback trail has him licking his lips at the prospect of adding him to the premiership defence.
Collingwood president Jeff Browne has laid down an ultimatum to the AFL over any future Opening Rounds in northern states going forward should the league continue the concept.
It’s the time of year some coaches start making peace with their football mortality. Adam Simpson is already doing so, writes MARK ROBINSON, but who else is feeling the heat?
Returning Hawthorn forward Mitch Lewis has been cleared of concussion after a heavy collision against the Cats – but the news isn’t as positive yet on his troublesome knee.
Collingwood coach Craig McRae has weighed in on how a horror double-injury blow for his talls could affect Daniel McStay’s return.
Essendon’s defence looked all at sea as Jack Crisp ran riot for three consecutive first-term goals at the MCG – but the Bombers steadied and then broke away to silence the doubters.
Before the round, Essendon had not beaten a team currently in the top eight. But that all changed on Friday night, as Brad Scott orchestrated a Bombers statement win over Collingwood.
One key Collingwood name was front of mind as Essendon finally silenced some critics with a key victory over the AFL premiers.
It’s a blockbuster at the MCG – and we’ll learn a lot about both Collingwood and Essendon tonight, writes MICK McGUANE. Will the real Darcy Moore stand up? The skipper isn’t Craig McRae’s only issue.
With another star under an injury cloud after a loss, the focus at Collingwood has turned to the poor form of the club’s captain.
Josh Kelly has done another calf, less than a month after returning from a similar injury in a massive blow to the Giants’ hopes, plus see the latest on James Sicily’s shoulder injury.
Gold Coast has withstood a Nick Daicos-inspired last-quarter charge from Collingwood to celebrate one of its biggest home wins and keep its dream of a maiden finals berth on track.
Last year, Gold Coast’s momentum was stopped dead by a rampaging Collingwood on the way to a premiership. This year, the Suns are intent on reversing the ledger and proving they’re the real deal.
If you thought Dustin Martin’s 300th game was big — just wait for Scott Pendlebury’s 400th. As GLENN MCFARLANE reports, Pendles’ milestone could break the record for biggest home-and-away crowd in AFL history.
Collingwood will regain a star trio but coach Craig McRae concedes making so many changes this week is “absolutely” a risk.
The AFL is set to usher in a huge change which will give Collingwood’s pursuit of one of the league’s best young forwards a huge boost.
With some of the AFL’s biggest clubs in the frame to go deep into September, there is set to be an unprecedented rush for tickets. JAY CLARK examines the steps fans will likely have to go to.
Bailey Smith looks likely to leave the Western Bulldogs. Collingwood wants Bailey Smith. However, there’s another suitor who might already have the star midfielder’s signature.
If Eddie McGuire was Collingwood’s saviour, Jeff Browne has been the club’s unifier. He tells JON RALPH about how the Magpies have overcome one of the most tumultuous periods in their history.
Despite a shaky start, Collingwood is still well and truly in the hunt for back-to-back premierships. MICK MCGUANE looks at the Magpies’ season so far in his mid-season report card.
On a night usually filled with pomp and ceremony, Dane Swan’s expletive filled performance on stage completely stole the show.
Jeremy Howe has long been the AFL’s premier high flyer. He’s ready to pass the mantle to teammate Bobby Hill after his jaw-dropping effort on the weekend.
Brayden Maynard should have been celebrating a major AFL milestone, but the polarising defender had a heavy heart.
The Pies’ second-string forward line feasted on a hapless and wounded Eagles at Marvel Stadium, with Craig Macrae lauding those who stepped up.
Approaching 400 AFL games and out of contract at the season’s end, Scott Pendlebury has addressed intrigue over his future.
Nick Daicos and Harley Reid both impressed as they embraced after playing each other for the first time in a dominant Collingwood win.
Collingwood has lost another forward to injury, forcing coach Craig McRae to throw the magnets around for the clash with West Coast.
Nathan Buckley has raised eyebrows with a surprisingly strongly-worded bake of a star player he has a long history with.
Collingwood will need to replace half of its forward line next week, while another injured star has suffered a fresh setback.
Collingwood’s Lachie Schultz will face scrutiny from the Match Review Officer over a bizarre snap during Friday night’s clash.
Nick Daicos won the game, but his famous dad Peter stole the show after a couple of outlandish post-game moments at the MCG.
Lachie Sullivan joined an exclusive club alongside three Magpies as Collingwood pipped Carlton at the post on Friday night. Mason Cox chats the debutant, the Pies’ form and more.
Nick Daicos was the hero — but he wasn’t alone for the Magpies in a famous win over arch rival Carlton. See how every player rated and have your say.
Nick Daicos cements his legacy as a superstar of the competition, kicking the winning goal in another intense battle against Carlton at the MCG. Relive updates and see our SuperCoach takeaways.
Having been overlooked in eight AFL Drafts and spending years as an apprentice, a debutant has made a stunning impact at the MCG.
Collingwood has snatched victory from its bitter rival Carlton in the final minutes of an MCG blockbuster, with superstar Nick Daicos proving the heartbreaker.
The Pies will miss some midfield troops in their blockbuster with the Blues, and AFL analyst MICK MCGUANE is putting the blowtorch on a Pies legend to stop Carlton’s main man.
A huge crowd is predicted for the Collingwood and Carlton match-up on Friday. As SHANNON GILL discovers this would break new ground in Victorian football’s biggest rivalry.
Sydney recruit Taylor Adams says he was “hurt” by the lack of communication from Craig McRae during his abrupt exit from Collingwood.
One of Nathan Buckley’s jumpers sold for $16,000 as treasured items from the Collingwood champion’s AFL career went under the hammer at auction.
Collingwood will have two key players sidelined against Carlton but their injuries have paved the way for an MCG blockbuster debut.
The Dogs are set to regain a key midfielder, with another youngster in the frame for return, while a Collingwood duo has been ruled out of Friday night football.
Zach Merrett won the Anzac Medal after racking up 31 disposals, but was his teammate more deserving of the award? We rate every player from the Pies and Dons draw here.
Jamie Elliott is the clear favourite for the 2024 Mark of the Year so far, but a former winner has urged the league to hand over a better prize than what has been given in recent times. DOWNLOAD THE POSTER HERE.
The AFL’s Anzac Day medal has been dragged into controversy with the footy world divided by “laughable” details.
Both the Pies and Bombers thrilled on Anzac Day, but both made plenty of mistakes and showed plenty of grit to not give up, which is why a draw was so fitting, writes MARK ROBINSON.
Jamie Elliott has spoken of his shock after providing the highlight of an epic Anzac Day contest with a mark of the year contender which had fans out of their seats. Watch it here.
Collingwood and Essendon have played out an Anzac Day epic and a 29-year first has reignited an age old debate about the AFL.
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