Under the pump: Dogs ‘backflip’, call in external help for review
The Western Bulldogs have decided to bring in an ex-Essendon and Melbourne CEO to assist with a review of the men’s program following the Dogs’ finals failures.
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AFL club’s $5.9m child sex abuse payout
The Western Bulldogs have vowed to appeal after the club was ordered to to pay largest sum awarded to an abuse survivor in Australia.
Bont upbeat despite surgery setback
Western Bulldogs captain Marcus Bontempelli has gone under the knife ahead of a crucial pre-season campaign for his side.
Rozee, Butters or Wines? The stars in line to lead Port
Port is in the market for a new captain in 2024 but who are the candidates? Every club’s big captaincy questions answered.
Bont on crutches after ankle surgery setback
Superstar skipper Marcus Bontempelli is on crutches following post season surgery on his ankle but is hopeful of returning in time for the start of pre-season training.
AFL heart-throb goes public with partner
AFL star Bailey Smith has broken the hearts of countless fans after stepping out on Derby Day alongside his partner.
AFL stars in footy hitout with a difference
A trio of the AFL’s biggest names are being wheeled out to try their hand at playing a different form of footy against some of the nation’s most talented athletes.
Football purgatory: The ugly reality Bulldogs can’t ignore
Are they coming or going? As MARK ROBINSON writes, Western Bulldogs are the AFL’s greatest enigma and facing a crucial summer of reflection.
‘Magical’: AFL star’s unique wedding guest
Western Bulldogs veteran Jason Johannisen has married his long-time partner but the pair have made sure to make it permanent.
Watch: ‘Brutal slam tackle’ sent straight to tribunal
Just last week the AFLW tribunal handed out the biggest suspension in the league’s history, now a Dogs midfielder could be facing a similar penalty. Watch and have your say.
‘I’d be shocked’: Huge drama rocks AFL star
Bailey Smith is one of the AFL’s most marketable players and speculation is growing around his future at the Bulldogs as rivals circle.
Will Dogs fit Jamarra under salary cap as rival circles?
The Dogs just signed Aaron Naughton, they’re about to draft another tall in Jordan Croft and Tim English’s payday is looming. One rival seems acutely aware, as they make an audacious play.
‘No way’: AFL star done over by former club
An AFL club has done over its former vice-captain with a trade announcement that showed how quickly things can change.
Going, staying, in limbo? Where trade period’s biggest deals are at
The AFL trade period officially kicks off today. Which deals will get done and which are still up in the air? Get the latest on all the key players.
Bulldogs jump to top end of the draft
A potential father-son bid has become easier for the Western Bulldogs after snaring a much sought-after draft pick.
‘Footy world’s gone mad’: News rocks AFL
The footy world has reacted with disbelief after an AFL club on Wednesday night dropped massive Trade Period news.
Rival’s huge price to lure Dogs gun
A Bailey Smith suitor reportedly hasn’t given up its pursuit of the Dogs star. Plus two recently delisted players are drawing interest elsewhere.
Elite school lands Brownlow medallist as new coach
An elite private school has secured the services of a former AFL star to coach their boys program.
Why AFL great attacked election worker
A Brownlow-winning AFL great says his actions were “regrettable” after pushing over an election worker twice for this reason.
Brereton: Is Bailey making the same mistake I did?
As speculation on Bailey Smith’s future continues, Hawthorn great Dermott Brereton has recalled his own career to urge Smith to ‘utterly prioritise football’.
What Dons’ top draft picks must get right in 2024
Harrison Jones, Zach Reid and Nik Cox were meant to help drive Essendon to the next level. Where are they at? Mick McGuane looks at the Bombers and what the high picks must get right.
Robbo: The ‘poppycock’ excuse Dogs can’t fall back on
Missing out on finals should demand action at Western Bulldogs, writes MARK ROBINSON. But there’s one “poppycock” excuse for the top-eight failure Robbo won’t stomach.
Bulldogs back Bevo, declare Bailey Smith off limits
The Bulldogs’ finals dream is over, but a member of the board at the club backed the under-fire Luke Beveridge, guaranteeing he will remain at the Dogs.
‘Can’t sing kumbaya’: Bevo’s emotional plea
Western Bulldogs players were booed off Marvel Stadium after losing to West Coast and coach Luke Beveridge is turning to emotion for a response.
List watch: The real problem with glamorous Dogs
The Western Bulldogs are stacked with top-end talent, so where are the results to match? A closer look at the list reveals the need for a recruiting rethink.
‘Unfair’: Truth behind Daisy Pearce ban
Lions coach Chris Fagan says it’s “unfair” that clubs have to decide whether to allow TV commentator Daisy Pearce to enter their changerooms.
Bevo should be coaching Dons or Roos: Thomas
Has Luke Beveridge stayed a year too long at the Bulldogs? A former coach believes Bevo would have been better off at a new club in 2023.
AFL world calls out ‘abhorrent’ racist attack
Racism in footy has reared its ugly head again, this time targeting a top Western Bulldogs prospect during their loss to the Saints.
AFL legend struck by lightning
One of the finest wingers the game has ever seen has described how a “scary” lightning strike left him unwell and light-headed.
AFL star calls for NRL-like ‘sin bin’ as bump debate rages
Kysaiah Pickett’s hit on Bailey Smith has the footy world once again debating over the value of the bump, with one superstar Magpie calling for a sin bin during games.
Star’s nasty hit leads to ugly AFL scenes
A Melbourne star faces an anxious wait after delivering a nasty hit on an opponent with calls for a lengthy ban to be handed out.
Saints’ hellish injury run hits new low
St Kilda’s medical staff continue to work overtime with 15 players on the club’s injury list. Get the latest on King and Membrey plus an update on the Saints’ interest in Tom De Koning.
Laughed at, filmed: Harsh reality of Bailey Smith’s fame
Every day Bailey Smith confronts it: the stares, the iphones filming him, the giggling teenagers continually wanting selfies. And it has only been recently where he has learnt not to fight it.
Landmark case could change AFL forever
A former Western Bulldogs premiership winner is set to take the AFL and his former club to court in what could be a game-changing case.
Every Roo, Bulldog rated as Dogs unleash ‘tallest forward line ever’
Many questions about the Bulldogs’ forward structure with all their talls were answered on Saturday to devastating effect against the Kangaroos. Find out how every player fared Saturday here.
Special bond that helped Marra love footy again
Jamarra Ugle-Hagan has credited three special relationships — and a fishing trip — with helping him rediscover his love for football after a tumultuous start as a Western Bulldog.
Josh Dunkley fires up over Bulldogs exit
Josh Dunkley has snapped back at claims he has been trashing the Western Bulldogs since joining the Brisbane Lions this season.
Will the Dogs rebound from back-to-back Perth finals heartbreak?
Once again the Dogs’ season ended in heartbreak over in WA, so what do they need to do to climb back up the ladder in 2023? All your Dogs’ questions answered.
Bevo reveals: Where father-son freak will settle for Dogs
Sam Darcy is one of the AFL’s top prospects and poised to have fans salivating during the next decade. Luke Beveridge reveals where the father-son star will fit and his ambitions for 2023.
AFL star looks absurdly ripped in new photo
AFL cult hero Bailey Smith has left fans giddy with new photos showing off a side of him they haven’t seen before.
Star Pie hospitalised in pre-season setback
Collingwood will be without one of their guns for a chunk of the pre-season, but it shouldn’t affect their 2023 campaign.
AFL coach can smile after contract talks update
Luke Beveridge is currently slated to come out of contract at the end of next season, which will be his ninth in charge.
AFL star’s new rig is next-level shredded
AFL cult figure Bailey Smith has shown fans something they haven’t seen before, revealing exactly how chiselled his rig now is.
AFL’s $3.5m flop culled from North list
After signing a lucrative contract to return to Victoria, this AFL star failed to deliver and after only 42 games has been cut loose.
Who could follow Dogs flag stars out the door in 2023?
The Bulldogs have said goodbye to a number of their 2016 premiership era stars this year, but which of their now former teammates could follow suit in 2023?
‘Sadness’ as Bulldogs delist ‘heart and soul’ player
As the AFL delistings continue, a Western Bulldogs favourite has penned an emotional farewell to the club.
Lions superstar soothed ‘nervous’ Dunkley
Josh Dunkley was a relieved man when his move from the Western Bulldogs to the Brisbane Lions was finally completed.
AFL greats clash in frosty TV exchange
AFL greats David King and Brad Johnson have gone head-to-head in a prickly live TV clash surrounding the Western Bulldogs.
‘I’ll dodge them’: AFL club becomes a joke
The AFL Trade Period is over and lost in the madness of the final minutes are some big stories that have gone overlooked.
Final frenzy: How Pies, Cats saved trade period in 30 minutes
Talks started on a bombshell three-way trade that shook up the trade period only 30 minutes before the deadline. Here’s how it happened – and the frantic final day played out.
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