Carlton

‘Bring heat’: Carlton’s key ingredient

It’s not all about goals for Carlton star Harry McKay, who has spoken about a new directive to take his team forward.

Voss tells Blues to embrace flying start

Carlton almost blew a 41-point lead against Hawthorn but Michael Voss says the fans should enjoy their first 3-0 start to a season in a decade.

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 03: The Blues celebrates on the siren after the they defeated the Hawks during the round three AFL match between the Carlton Blues and the Hawthorn Hawks at Melbourne Cricket Ground on April 03, 2022 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

AFL

AFL thriller is just too good

Carlton is one of only three AFL teams undefeated after three rounds but the Blues very nearly snatched defeat from the jaws of victory.

AFL

Malthouse: The true challenge to come for rookie coaches

Sam Mitchell, Craig McRae and Michael Voss were highly successful on the field, and they’ve taken that into coaching. But Mick Malthouse wants outlines the real test they’re yet to face.

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AFL

SYDNEY, AUSTRALIA - MAY 20: Damien Hardwick, coach of the Tigers, looks on during the round nine AFL match between the Greater Western Sydney Giants and the Richmond Tigers at Spotless Stadium on May 20, 2017 in Sydney, Australia. (Photo by Ryan Pierse/Getty Images)

Richmond warned: Beware the Bombers

WHY shouldn’t Essendon be the latest to stake a claim? Bombers climb and they’ve got Richmond up next. Club-by-club analysis of a crazy Round 9.

Richmond

‘It’s just a set up for disaster’

IRISHMAN Tadhg Kennelly saw it coming, but none of the Richmond players did and he says it was “poor leadership” and “poor coaching”. LISTEN TO THE SUPERFOOTY PODCAST

Carlton

Why Carlton was ‘perfect’ for Marchbank

CALEB Marchbank met with several Victorian clubs, so why did he choose Carlton? The former Giant reveals the reasons behind his move and the secret to his intercept marking success.

AFL

Carlton vs. Sydney Swans (MCG) Patrick Cripps kicks a goal 4th term Picture:Wayne Ludbey

Is 2013 the new super draft?

THE class of 2013 includes the likes of Bontempelli, Kelly, Merrett and Cripps — who have all made a huge impact in their short careers. SAM LANDSBERGER RERANKS THE 2013 DRAFT

Crows

AFL : Round 7 , Collingwood V Carlton at the M.C.G. 6th May, Melbourne Australia. Carlton's Dale Thomas celebrates his goal in the fourth quarter Picture : George Salpigtidis

The definition of your club is…

WE NOW know what Richmondy means, but how do you define a typical Collingwoody performance? And what makes Port Adelaide Porty? Our definitions for all 18 clubs.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - APRIL 09: Josh Schache of the Lions marks the ball during the round three AFL match between the St Kilda Saints and the Brisbane Lions at Etihad Stadium on April 9, 2017 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Darrian Traynor/Getty Images)

No change to draftee contract length

THE AFL won’t increase the length of contracts for draftees despite clubs pushing for two-year deals to be increased as the Lions brace for the possibility of No.2 pick Josh Schache departing. HAVE YOUR SAY

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MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - FEBRUARY 16: Matthew Scharenberg of the Magpies runs with the ball during the 2017 JLT Community Series match between the Collingwood Magpies and Essendon Bombers at Etihad Stadium on February 16, 2017 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Robert Cianflone/Getty Images)

Panic Room: Magpie defender in doubt

COULD a luckless Magpie make his long-awaited AFL return? Meanwhile, there could be more selection changes at North Melbourne and Richmond. Plus, SuperCoach mail

AFL

AFL Round 1 - Melbourne v GWS at MCG , GWS Giants Shane Mumford and Melbourne's Max Gawn contest. 26th March 2016. Picture: Colleen Petch.

Greats lament changing role of ruckmen

THERE was a time when they used to rule the AFL, and premierships were decided by their impact. But is the moden ruckman headed for a hard fall?

AFL

AFL Round 19 : Geelong v Western Bulldogs at Simonds Stadium. Marcus Bontempelli tackled by Joel Selwood . Pic: Michael Klein

Is this the year of ending hoodoos?

CAN the Bulldogs snap a long run of outs at Kardinia Park? Will St Kilda finally end years of pain against Sydney? It’s likely to happen if this year is anything to go by.

AFL

MELBOURNE, AUSTRALIA - MAY 06: Marcus Bontempelli of the Bulldogs celebrates after kicking a goal during the round seven AFL match between the Western Bulldogs and the Richmond Tigers at Etihad Stadium on May 6, 2017 in Melbourne, Australia. (Photo by Scott Barbour/Getty Images)

Get ready for a wildcard weekend

A TEAM that finishes 10th could play off for a finals spot as early as next year under a wildcard system that surprisingly had the support of clubs. How would it work?

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