Freo stand firm on Peel alignment despite VFL push
Despite the other three remaining AFL clubs not in the VFL keen to join the competition, Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir doesn’t want his club to go down that path.
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Knockout blow? Dockers strangle Saints in Ross-like fashion
The Ross Lyon Cup wasn’t exactly grandstand viewing, writes Eliza Reilly. But there was only one team that did what needed to be done in a dour affair. So, is that it for the Saints in 2024?
‘Got a lot of Sherrin’: Big hit KO’s Docker
St Kilda defender Jimmy Webster has been caught up in another high shot in the AFL that forced a Freo forward out of the game.
‘Absurd’ Vic AFL claim rubbished by journo
The latest wild claim from precious Victorian clubs over AFL travel demands has been slapped down in some style.
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Robbo: Is ‘Cyril-like’ Blue recruit of the year?
A recruit who the Blues scored for nothing has been one of the finds of the year. And a feature of Jack Martin’s stellar performance against the Bulldogs had flashes of Cyril Rioli about it, writes Mark Robinson.
‘Cool head’ Brayshaw’s breakout real deal
Andrew Brayshaw was the man who inspired Fremantle’s stirring comeback over St Kilda, providing an exciting glimpse of the Dockers’ future. How good can the No. 2 draft pick be?
Pedestrian Tigers should be 0-4 since restart
Richmond are at the crossroads after a horror month since the restart. But their win-loss record could be much worse with their Round 5 triumph acting as a facade. EVERY CLUB’S RESTART RATED
The Tackle: Can we talk about Shaun Burgoyne?
Shaun Burgoyne played as a deep forward against GWS and it didn’t work. Is he being played out of position or is there a much harder question facing the 37-year-old Hawthorn champ? Mark Robinson’s likes and dislikes.
Fixture revealed: Clubs flee Victoria to NSW, Qld hubs
All 10 Victorian clubs will evacuate the state after this weekend’s matches to avoid the deepening COVID-19 crisis, forcing the AFL to rewrite the 2020 fixture. See where your team is headed and who they’ll play.
Fyfe in race against time for derby
Fremantle skipper Nat Fyfe will face a race against time to be fit for the club’s Round 7 western derby after suffering a hamstring injury during against Gold Coast on Saturday night.
Footy Form: Blues pose threat for Bombers
Chris Cavanagh has poured over the form to find the best betting value in Round 4 and believes Essendon could be vulnerable against a Carlton side on a high after last week’s surprise win. Check out his punting tips.
The Victorian teams unlikely to head west
The AFL is remaining tight-lipped about who is set to relocate to the Perth hub. While they haven’t been assured, there are three Victorian clubs who may escape such a fate. Here’s why.
Watch: Star’s hilarious backhander to former arch-rivals
The western rivalry still runs deep for Lachie Neale, despite crossing from Fremantle to Brisbane at the end fo 2018. He has directed a cheeky dig at two young Eagles, involving his immense record in the Western Derby.
Fixture revealed: Who your club plays in Rounds 2-5
The AFL has released the next month of the fixture, starting with a Tigers v Pies blockbuster. Who will your club face with the season restarts? SEE THE FULL FIXTURE FOR ROUNDS 2-5
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