‘Embarrassing’: AFL legend torches club
Garry Lyon has turned a flamethrower on an AFL club over a “dog’s breakfast” situation that has blown up in its face.
Melbourne
Attraction? Dees’ Petracca, Oliver issues puts recruitment at risk
A series of brilliant trades helped shape the team that won Melbourne the 2021 premiership, now it’s getting even harder for them to land big names – or possibly even keep them.
‘Shambles’: AFL club shredded over trade lie
The Melbourne Demons have been slammed for their handling of trade rumours, with ex-players labelling the club a “shambles”.
Trading places? How the biggest AFL deals will get done
Almost every AFL club is poised to get busy this trade period. See who your club is looking at, who they should be chasing and how they will get their deals done in our ultimate guide.
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De Goey ruled out for season, Blues sweat on Cerra
Collingwood will have to cope without Jordan De Goey for the rest of the season – while the Blues are sweating on the fitness of Adam Cerra.
Bont blitz puts Dogs’ top-four dream closer to reality
Marcus Bontempelli banked more Brownlow Medal votes, producing an inspired first half to launch Western Bulldogs to a commanding win over Melbourne.
Dogs’ midfield monster puts 14-year first in sight
Marcus Bontempelli and Adam Treloar combined to launch the fast-finishing Bulldogs into the top four — and to within reach of a milestone the club hasn’t achieved since Brad Johnson was captain.
Player ratings: Did perfect Bont just win the Brownlow?
Marcus Bontempelli banked more Brownlow Medal votes with a dominant display as Western Bulldogs closed in on a finals berth. See how we rated every player here.
Dees hope for late-season ‘twist’
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin says his side needs to hold its nerve as he hopes for “another fluctuation” in the finals race.
Dees call on Paxy to bring the fun back
One of Melbourne’s toughest on-field warriors has a softer side. Here’s what the Demons have asked of her to help spark another flag tilt.
‘Lay off him’: Coach fires up at Oliver critics
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin had a fierce response for those suggesting the Demons would be open to trading their star midfielder.
Clarry hits back – but Dees’ season hangs in the balance
Melbourne coach Simon Goodwin left his hospital to bed to coach on Saturday night – and his side, led by Clayton Oliver, played with the same fight. But it wasn’t quite enough as the Giants held on.
‘Just not true’: Demons respond to Oliver issues
With speculation intensifying around Clayton Oliver’s future at Melbourne, one of the club’s coaches has revealed how much truth is involved.
Petty turns down Crows interest to re-sign at Dees
Melbourne’s Harrison Petty has secured a pay rise to stay at Melbourne after speculation over previous summers he would find his way back to Adelaide.
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