Brian Taylor claim sparks huge AFL drama
AFL great Brian Taylor has unintentionally raised eyebrows with a grand tale that unfolded during a milestone game in the 80s.
Collingwood
Pies livewire set for stint on the sidelines
Jamie Elliott missed the Pies’ clash with the Eagles, but his stint on the sidelines may be longer than expected after the livewire forward went for scans.
Pies fan in huge strife after grabbing player
The AFL is investigating after a Collingwood fan grabbed West Coast youngster Harvey Johnston at Marvel Stadium.
Macrae lauds Pies’ depth as fresh faces make a splash
The Pies’ second-string forward line feasted on a hapless and wounded Eagles at Marvel Stadium, with Craig Macrae lauding those who stepped up.
Magpies great reveals more on future
Approaching 400 AFL games and out of contract at the season’s end, Scott Pendlebury has addressed intrigue over his future.
‘It’s scary’: Daicos’ telling Reid admission
Nick Daicos and Harley Reid both impressed as they embraced after playing each other for the first time in a dominant Collingwood win.
Magnets flipped as more injuries hit Magpies
Collingwood has lost another forward to injury, forcing coach Craig McRae to throw the magnets around for the clash with West Coast.
Buckley’s spicy swipe after three-year rift
Nathan Buckley has raised eyebrows with a surprisingly strongly-worded bake of a star player he has a long history with.
Pies hit with forward injury crisis
Collingwood will need to replace half of its forward line next week, while another injured star has suffered a fresh setback.
‘Silly act’ leaves Pie recruit facing AFL ban
Collingwood’s Lachie Schultz will face scrutiny from the Match Review Officer over a bizarre snap during Friday night’s clash.
Pies legend caught out in wild MCG moments
Nick Daicos won the game, but his famous dad Peter stole the show after a couple of outlandish post-game moments at the MCG.
Cox welcomes Sullivan into unique club after impressive debut
Lachie Sullivan joined an exclusive club alongside three Magpies as Collingwood pipped Carlton at the post on Friday night. Mason Cox chats the debutant, the Pies’ form and more.
Player ratings: Struggling Blue ‘lucky to be getting a game’
Nick Daicos was the hero — but he wasn’t alone for the Magpies in a famous win over arch rival Carlton. See how every player rated and have your say.
Three SuperCoach takeaways from Pies win over Blues
Nick Daicos cements his legacy as a superstar of the competition, kicking the winning goal in another intense battle against Carlton at the MCG. Relive updates and see our SuperCoach takeaways.
Former sparky turns MCG clash on its head
Having been overlooked in eight AFL Drafts and spending years as an apprentice, a debutant has made a stunning impact at the MCG.
Nicked it: Daicos breaks Blues hearts in epic
Collingwood has snatched victory from its bitter rival Carlton in the final minutes of an MCG blockbuster, with superstar Nick Daicos proving the heartbreaker.
McGuane: Pendles’ big challenge in Blues blockbuster
The Pies will miss some midfield troops in their blockbuster with the Blues, and AFL analyst MICK MCGUANE is putting the blowtorch on a Pies legend to stop Carlton’s main man.
Surprising record beckons for Blues, Pies clash
A huge crowd is predicted for the Collingwood and Carlton match-up on Friday. As SHANNON GILL discovers this would break new ground in Victorian football’s biggest rivalry.
Swans star spills on brutal Collingwood exit
Sydney recruit Taylor Adams says he was “hurt” by the lack of communication from Craig McRae during his abrupt exit from Collingwood.
Buckley auction fetches staggering six-figure sum
One of Nathan Buckley’s jumpers sold for $16,000 as treasured items from the Collingwood champion’s AFL career went under the hammer at auction.
Injuries open door for Pie’s fairytale debut
Collingwood will have two key players sidelined against Carlton but their injuries have paved the way for an MCG blockbuster debut.
Libba set for return, young gun in the frame for recall
The Dogs are set to regain a key midfielder, with another youngster in the frame for return, while a Collingwood duo has been ruled out of Friday night football.
Player ratings: Was Stringer robbed of Anzac Medal?
Zach Merrett won the Anzac Medal after racking up 31 disposals, but was his teammate more deserving of the award? We rate every player from the Pies and Dons draw here.
Dude, where’s my car? AFL set to revamp Mark of the Year prize
Jamie Elliott is the clear favourite for the 2024 Mark of the Year so far, but a former winner has urged the league to hand over a better prize than what has been given in recent times. DOWNLOAD THE POSTER HERE.
‘Disrespected’: AFL medal drama erupts
The AFL’s Anzac Day medal has been dragged into controversy with the footy world divided by “laughable” details.
Grow up, Ginnivan and Co can have a life outside footy
Get used to AFL stars attending the Grand Prix or red carpet events in a world where social media is a huge second income. So, what did Jack Ginnivan do wrong, asks JON RALPH.
Pies legend throws down gauntlet to Daicos
A former Magpies coach says one of the “fundamental errors” dogging Collingwood’s star players could be on Nick Daicos to address.
Daicos challenged by Pies great
A former Magpies coach says one of the “fundamental errors” dogging Collingwood’s star players could be on Nick Daicos to address.
‘Soft, old, slow’: Where have swarming Pies gone?
The Magpies’ swarm led them to premiership glory in 2023 but this year, so far, they look old, soft and slow. So where has the dare and drive gone?
Collingwood have ‘fallen through the floor’
David King has launched a fierce spray at Collingwood, naming and shaming some of the Pies’ best players over their winless start.
Hardwick: Don’t write off Pies and Lions
Three-time AFL premiership-winning coach Damien Hardwick says there’s still plenty of hope for struggling Collingwood and Brisbane.
Magpies star torched over embarrassing act
Just when it seems things can’t get worse for Collingwood in 2024, the club’s biggest star has been exposed by ugly footage.
Pies leaders on notice for ‘fundamental errors’
Collingwood coach Craig McRae says he will turn to “hungrier” players as he gave senior Magpies a clip following a horror 0-3 start to the season.
Superb Saints confirm Pies’ premiership hangover
Craig McRae may be able to explain the Pies’ 0-3 start as nothing to do with hunger, but the Saints’ 15-point win appears to confirm, if it’s not a premiership hangover, it’s at least a headache.
‘Players and staff in the dark’: Pies turnover signifies VFLW’s issues
When the Pies start their VFLW campaign this weekend, only one player from the 2023 squad will be on the 2024 list, with a former player’s stark reveal of the concerns players have at state level.
Wanganeen-Milera, Steele the SuperCoach stars in Saints’ big win
Jack Higgins kicked a stunning match-sealing goal to sink Collingwood but it came with some controversy. Relive Saints v Pies and the SuperCoach heroes of the game here.
‘I used to be that kid’: Daicos on the price of superstardom
Ahead of his 50th AFL game, budding superstar Nick Daicos reveals the price of fame and how he has learned to embrace being idolised by football fans.
Why Pies phenom Daicos ‘stands alone’ against the AFL’s best
Nick Daicos has a CV that is hard to fathom for a 21-year old in the modern era, but where does he stand compared to his peers? Ahead of game 50, we look at the Pie’s standing among the greats.
‘Absolute garbage’: Storm erupts over AFL photo
Football greats have come out guns blazing after a photo of Collingwood players caused a stir in AFL circles.
How Magpies’ method is being used against them
Collingwood was one of the competition’s best at forcing a turnover and moving the ball with serious pace in 2023, but this year opposition teams are similarly punishing them the other way.
Pies’ false start ‘a gift’, says coach
Collingwood is set to make at least two changes as it tries to avoid a horror 0-3 start to the season, but coach Craig McRae isn’t worried.
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.
‘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.
‘Better than any drugs’: Pies’ love galvanised Browne’s cancer fight
Jeff Browne has revealed the special gesture from a group of Collingwood players which galvanised his spirit as he battled cancer. Now in remission, he speaks to GLENN MCFARLANE.
‘Connect, Grow, Win’: Browne set to stoke Pies’ flag fire
Plenty has happened since the Pies claimed the 2023 flag, and with a new season to attack, Collingwood boss Jeff Browne talks to GLENN MCFARLANE about the hottest issues in footy.
Pies reveal extra Murphy scans in wake of Brayshaw shock
Collingwood has revealed Nathan Murphy was sent for extra precautionary scans in the wake of Angus Brayshaw’s shock retirement as the defender returned to contact training this week.
Clear message for Magpies as star’s return looms
A key piece of Collingwood’s premiership outfit is firming for selection as coach Craig McRae gave a simple message to his beaten side.
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