Behind the incredible celebrations of Tom Papley
Tom Papley lit up the SCG with another eye-catching display against the Cats. He speaks to LACHLAN McKIRDY about what goes through his mind when he takes off in celebration.
Sydney
‘Greatest win ever’ in 89-year AFL first
The footy world has declared the 2024 premiership the Sydney Swans’ to lose after one of the more remarkable performances on Sunday.
How spoiling Dusty’s party could propel Hawks to finals spot
After five rounds, the Hawks were winless and no sure thing to topple North Melbourne. Now, JAY CLARK writes, they’re one of the most dangerous sides in the competition and a chance to make a shock September appearance.
Unstoppable Swans too dominant despite Cats’ six-goal headstart
The Sydney Swans gave themselves a handicap at the SCG after allowing the Cats the opening six goals on Sunday. However, as LACHLAN McKIRDY writes, it couldn’t stop the rampaging red and white.
McGuane’s report card: Dominant Swans ‘a long way’ ahead of rivals
Sitting pretty at the top of the AFL ladder, Sydney has looked unstoppable this year. In his latest report card, MICK MCGUANE has an ominous message for the Swans’ premiership rivals.
Buddy on the move after listing $9 mansion
The glamour couple are ready for a big move with their young family after putting their Greek-style mansion up for sale.
Swans’ wish for ‘next generation’ plan
A big signature was worth celebrating for the Sydney Swans but there’s another one coach John Longmire needs for his ultimate plan.
Off the market: Hayward turns his back on rival offers
Swans forward Will Hayward has turned his back on massive interest from clubs in his native South Australia to extend his contract with Sydney.
Swans’ depth pushing No. 5 draft pick to find new edge
Former No. 5 draft pick Braeden Campbell has been in and out of the Swans’ side in 2024, but the fact the Swans have such talent in the wings shows how strong the side is this season. He tells LACHLAN McKIRDY how he plans to cement his spot.
‘Unaffordable’ Sydney could spark return of contentious AFL program
NSW’s contentious COLA program was abolished in 2014 by the AFL after a campaign from powerful Victorian clubs. Now, as the cost of living soars in Sydney, the program may soon return.
Swans break ‘taboo’ in vulnerable footage
The Swans are absolutely flying in 2024 and breaking down the “taboo topic” of opening up is something the connected side has been focussing on for some time.
Ban stands: Parker’s horror season gets worse
The Swans challenged Luke Parker’s six-game ban to the VFL Appeal Board on Monday night. They walked away disappointed. SCOTT GULLAN has the details.
Best of three? Sydney boss speaks on how AFL can be truly national
The Swans are the flag favourites, and boss Andrew Pridham tells GLENN MCFARLANE the grand final in Melbourne remains an advantage for Victorian clubs, as he chats footy’s biggest issues.
Inside Sydney’s program changing the lives of First Nations kids
The Swans have a long history of First Nations players wearing the red and white. But a new program to get more talent into their pathways has become a lifesaving one, writes LACHLAN McKIRDY.
Heeney v Warner: Could Swans teammates vie for Brownlow?
Among the top four in the market for this year’s Brownlow Medal, there are two Swans. Could two teammates really contend? LACHLAN MCKIRDY breaks it down.
Contentious call denies depleted Dogs after Warner masterclass
The hits kept on coming for the Dogs, and as they hit back valiantly, their comeback after Chad Warner’s latest masterclass was cruelly denied by a contentious decision.
Harley who? Why young Swan is the next Dustin Martin
Harley Reid has been making headlines as the next coming of Dustin Martin, but LACHLAN McKIRDY writes the next Dusty may have been under our noses in red and white this whole time.
‘Still learning’: Swan’s scary upside
Sydney coach John Longmire has a dire warning for the rest of the AFL after one of the best individual performances of the season.
Three takeaways from Warner’s masterclass against wounded Dogs
A Chad Warner-led Sydney has escaped with the four points after an injury-depleted Western Bulldogs mounted a fierce comeback. Relive the updates and read the takeaways here.
‘It snaps legs’: AFL great slams tackle
The hip-drop tackle outlawed in the NRL has reared its head in the AFL after a star Bulldog was injured against the Swans.
Ladder-leading Swans hold off brave, depleted Dogs
The Swans remain the AFL’s most in-form team, beating a brave Western Bulldogs side by 14 points at Marvel Stadium.
Swans boss calls out Magpies for blockbuster collision
Sydney chairman Andrew Pridham has never been shy at taking jabs at the Pies, now the Swans boss has thrown down the gauntlet to the 2023 premiers for an epic way to start 2025.
Swans to appeal Parker’s monster ban as club rallies around star
Sydney have not accepted Luke Parker’s six-game ban and will appeal the decision as a premiership teammate backs the veteran to play AFL this year.
Swan speaks out on mate’s clouded future
One of Luke Parker’s closest teammates has revealed what he expects from the sidelined Sydney midfielder after his suspension.
Swans gun wiped out in monster ban
Sydney champion Luke Parker has failed to minimise his ban for bumping a VFL opponent at the Tribunal, copping a huge stint on the sidelines.
Why Tigers loss is an important wake-up call for young Swans
They were out-pressured and outplayed, but it’s not panic stations for the Swans after their loss on Sunday. It is, however, an important reminder for the young side after a scintillating start to the season to not get ahead of itself.
Swans to make Wicks call this week after ‘mature’ process
The Swans forward will be available for selection after he was left out of AFL and VFL squads over the weekend following a dispute with a teammate over an off-field incident.
Star stood down over ex-girlfriend rumour
The wild reason for Swans forward Sam Wicks’ omission from Sunday’s clash with Richmond has been explained.
What Yze would offer Baker to stay after Tiger cubs step up
Adem Yze has deflected praise after his first win in yellow and black, revealing what he would offer Liam Baker if he wanted to stay at Punt Rd amid offers to head west.
Tigers stun the Swans in fiery contest
Adem Yze didn’t have to wait as long as his predecessor Damien Hardwick to notch his first win leading the yellow and black.
Swans coach calls out ‘unfair’ blame game
Sydney defender Harry Cunningham has been unfairly blamed for his own injury in a collision with Peter Wright, according to his coach.
‘Absolute joke’: Wright handed long ban
There has been a strong reaction after Essendon’s Peter Wright learned his fate for his sickening high shot on Harry Cunningham.
Swans players banned over possession of illicit substance
The AFL has named the punishment for a pair of AFLW Swans players who were caught with an illicit substance in the off-season.
‘I’m done’: Carey will never watch footy again
AFL legend Wayne Carey has threatened to stop watching the game if one thing happens at the AFL Tribunal on Tuesday night.
‘Do they want to come with us?’: Why Swans are the benchmark
Over summer, the Swans focused on two things: bringing their strengths and taking the game on. The result is a spot in the top two of the ladder and the rest of the competition on notice.
Bomber learns fate for sickening Swans hit
Essendon can prepare for life without its key forward in the near future after he learned his fate from the AFL Tribunal.
‘You can pretend to be tough’: Papley unloads on Dons’ ‘facade’
Sydney forward Tom Papley has unloaded on the Bombers’ ‘facade’, accusing Brad Scott’s men of targeting the Swans behind the play after Essendon’s Peter Wright’s big hit on Harry Cunningham.
Swans star takes flamethrower to AFL club
Sydney Swans livewire Tom Papley has slammed Essendon’s “facade” in a savage takedown of the club following their heated clash.
Why Swans passed toughest test yet with flying colours
Essendon may not have been a tougher line-up on paper, but the Bombers put Sydney to their sternest test of the season. After they found their feet, the Swans passed it with flying colours
Swans’ Heeney ‘headache’ looming after midfield joy
A Swans legend sees some difficulty in bringing back a pair of gun onballers as Isaac Heeney continues to dominate the midfield to start the 2024 season.
How Swans turned costly ‘problem’ into new strength
The Swans were unable to win six games they were leading at three-quarter time in 2023. Following a focus on fitness this pre-season, they’re hoping that issue will be a thing of the past, writes LACHLAN McKIRDY.
Longmire: Swans ‘hadn’t had enough’ of Buddy
Many experts have claimed that the Swans are now a better team without Lance Franklin. But the truth is, they’re only in that position because of him, writes LACHLAN McKIRDY.
Grundy hailed for Swans midfield transformation
Isaac Heeney may be racking up the coaches’ votes, but John Longmire says another Swan has been just as important, turning a weakness into a strength.
Swans ‘had had enough’ of Buddy Franklin
An explosive claim about Lance Franklin’s retirement has emerged with a football legend making a brutal call on the former Swans star.
McGuane: Why ‘soft’ Pies need to be wary of contender Swans
The Pies were soft and lacked physicality last week, writes MICK MCGUANE, and that won’t get the job done when they face a Sydney side with all the makings of a flag contender in 2024.
MCG mission: How Swans silenced the rabid Magpie army
It’s never easy to silence the Magpie army. But by three-quarter-time on Friday, several headed for the exit. LACHLAN MCKIRDY lifts the lid on how Sydney stormed the MCG.
‘Hard to cop’: Collingwood act defies belief
Collingwood’s stars have been slammed for a “bizarre” act during their loss to the Swans in a horror start to their premiership defence.
Confronting reality for McRae’s Pies post Swans smacking
Collingwood were way off the pace against a rampant Sydney outfit, leaving the reigning premiers 0-2 to start the season. SAM LANDSBERGER says it’s not a premiership hangover, yet.
‘No one saw it’: AFL stunned by interference
An extremely rare sight during the clash between the Swans and Collingwood left AFL legends stunned and fans having a chuckle.
SuperCoach scores, standouts from Swans v Pies as Heeney shines
Collingwood has slumped to 0-2 in its premiership defence after being stunned by Sydney — and some popular SuperCoach picks impressed. Recap the match and see all the scores here.
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