‘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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Netflix star doubles down on AFL hype
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‘Ginger’ Rachele damages ribs; Nicks hails Crows’ ‘maturity’
Adelaide’s win over the Roos wasn’t as pretty as their first two victories in 2025, but Matthew Nicks has praised his troops – plus giving an update on Josh Rachele.
The ‘beast’ who’s become Crows’ new Mr Fix-It
Across pre-season, all the talk was about the Crows’ three recruits and Sid Draper, but Sunday’s win showed there’s another player whose flexibility is turning them into a danger side.
The key changes that have revitalised Nicks’ Crows
It’s been a hot start to 2025 for the Crows, but after such a disappointing 2024, MATT TURNER dives into what has really changed to let Matthew Nicks’ side fly.
The Lowdown: Houston who? Port showing there’s Power in numbers
Port haven’t made a perfect start to life without Dan Houston, but that doesn’t mean they’re definitely missing him. Simeon Thomas-Wilson names his likes and dislikes.
The real deal? Stunning Crows send MCG warning
Another week, more Izak Rankine magic and another record for Matthew Nicks’ new-look Crows. And what they did on Saturday, running riot over a ‘weak’ Essendon, has rivals on notice.
Damning stats show just how bad Bombers are
Adelaide hadn’t won at the MCG for eight years. The Crows did more than that, destroying a hapless Essendon. These are the stats which reveal just how badly the Bombers are going.
Footy world loses it over ‘goal of the year’
The footy world stood and applauded after Adelaide’s “Magician” slotted an extraordinary goal of the year contender at the MCG.
Dorky new mantra sweeping across AFL
A footy legend has given some advice for some his “bold” colleagues in the media as an unfashionable trend takes over the AFL.
Buckley: The glaring issue Dons must fix to avoid 0-2 start
Essendon hung around against a hot Hawthorn side, but one key deficiency in their game must be rectified if they want to win this week. Read Nathan Buckley’s Super Saturday preview here.
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