Ready to launch? Why Crows could be this year’s bolter
Every year, one club makes the leap from outside the eight to become a serious flag contender. Will that be the Crows in 2024? Premiership skipper Mark Bickley has his say on why – and why not.
Geelong
Stanley sheds light on fierce ruck battle as young gun closes in
Rhys Stanley is being seriously challenged by youngster Toby Conway for the No.1 ruck spot. He reflects on their duels throughout the pre-season and his frustrating 2023 season.
Why Cats great is ‘confident’ Geelong can return to finals
Some are writing off Geelong this year, but not Cameron Mooney. He and football analyst Mick McGuane share their thoughts on Geelong’s finals chances and the Cats’ midfield.
Watch: Ablett Snr speaks out as prized memorabilia to be sold
Fans can have the chance to buy souvenirs from Geelong legend Gary Ablett Snr’s playing days. And Ablett has now provided clarity. Watch the video.
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McGuane: What X-Factor must fix for Dogs to advance
Aaron Naughton will be significant in the Bulldogs’ cutthroat final. But an area of his game let him down the last time he faced the Lions. Full analysis.
‘Shattered’ AFL star ‘can hardly move’
Geelong’s semi-final win ended the Giants’ season and has also likely forced veteran ruckman Shane Mumford into retirement.
‘Flogged’: Footy fans erupt at umpiring farce
AFL fans took to social media to blast a series of controversial umpiring decisions in Friday evening’s finals clash at Perth.
Classy moment after record-breaking win
After Geelong booked its place in a preliminary final, there was a touching moment when a legend of the game honoured his successor.
Insane AFL record just won’t die
The Geelong Cats ended the Greater Western Sydney Giants’ season and advanced to the preliminary finals on Friday evening.
Anti-gambling crusader queries AFL silence over blunder
The clock is running on how long it will take for an investigation to be launched into an alleged timekeeping error which some say threatens the integrity of this year’s finals series.
GWS rolls the dice on Greene’s replacement
The GWS Giants have taken a huge gamble on Toby Greene’s replacement ahead of their must-win semi final against Geelong on Friday.
Lions’ finals could end at selection table
Brisbane started the season with one of the most potent attacks in the league, now left with just the single key forward how they structure their team will be crucial to success.
‘Be better’: AFL star’s plea to players
The fallout from Toby Greene’s season-ending suspension for bumping an umpire has included a big call from a leading player.
Port balancing complicating factors with Fantasia injury
Orazio Fantasia is fragile but crucial to Port Adelaide. This is why the Power are desperate to secure him an exemption to see a medical specialist.
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