‘Umpire froze’: Controversy rocks the AFL
An unlikely AFL blockbuster produced one of the most controversial finishes of the season in the Suns’ one-point win.
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Ex-umpire says Crows were robbed of chance to win it
It was the controversial call that had the footy world talking and led to the Crows demanding answers from the AFL. So, what does former umpire Ray Chamberlain think?
Suns’ poignant statement shows this time it really could be different
They’ve teased us before the Gold Coast, but Saturday’s win over the Crows showed a new wrinkle that might be the key to unlocking a first finals berth for Damien Hardwick’s Suns.
Rankine unleashed: The making of Nicks’ greatest midfield weapon
Izak Rankine arrived at Adelaide as a mercurial forward. Now, he’s Matthew Nicks’ greatest midfield weapon. Go inside his transformation from attacking livewire to on-ball threat.
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‘Crap state of affairs’: Why QLD misses out in 2025 AFL season
Queensland won’t see an AFL game for seven of the first 16 rounds, with Gold Coast playing just three home games in that time in a fixturing flaw ‘no Melbourne team would put up with’.
Lions, Suns lock in Round 1 plans after grounds, facilities soaked
The Lions have been unable to train on soaked grounds in Brisbane, so will fly south early ahead of their clash with Sydney, while the Suns have dodged the carnage felt by NRL neighbours the Titans.
‘Until the day I die’: Rioli’s Richmond pledge, Suns ambition
After nine seasons and three flags, Daniel Rioli’s Richmond departure shattered Tiger fans. The Suns’ speedster says he has no regrets about moving north in the hunt for his fourth premiership.
AFL’s big fixture gamble after Opening Round upheaval
Gold Coast and Essendon will play twice in one round after the AFL confirmed where the postponed fixtures from Opening Round will be played.
Team of the century: No denying Suns’ litany of superstars
The Suns have been starved of success since their AFL debut, but there’s no denying the level of talent that has come through the Gold Coast’s doors. Callum Dick names their team of the century.
‘Breath of fresh air’: Why Noble has embraced Collingwood exit
Gold Coast Suns star recruit John Noble has revealed the impact of moving outside Melbourne’s AFL ‘microscope’ has had on him and why he could be set for a breakout season in 2025.
Worst-case scenario: Gulden injury disaster confirmed
Sydney superstar Errol Gulden is set to miss a chunk of the AFL season after fracturing his ankle in Friday’s pre-season win over Gold Coast.
Dimma calls out AFL fixture after another night of ‘carnage’
After what was another night of injury in a brutal final week of the AFL pre-season across the country, Suns coach Damien Hardwick says ‘we just have to get this scheduling better’.
AFL Draft Watch: Suns Academy duo aiming to follow famous siblings
The younger siblings of two Suns stars have been named in the club academy’s leadership groups. Meet the draft eligible superstars looking to carve out a career of their own.
‘I’ve become a Queenslander’: Why Hardwick doesn’t regret Tigers exit
Damien Hardwick has fallen in love with Queensland, finding peace in life, football, and his call to leave Richmond. He opens up to CALLUM DICK on why he’s thriving on the Gold Coast.
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