Predictions, best 23: Bolton deal makes Dockers top four favourites
Fremantle were a premiership smokey midway through 2024 before an unmitigated disaster struck. ELIZA RELLY identifies who needs to step up for the Dockers to make the leap.
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‘Bit crazy’: Bonkers AFL contract signed until 2033
It could be a momentous statement of faith or an incredible blunder, but Fremantle now have the longest contracted player in the AFL after a staggering move.
Forever Young: Docker signs AFL’s longest contract
Hayden Young is now the longest-contracted player in the AFL after signing a six-year extension tying him to the club well into the 2030s.
Captain’s call: Will Pearce lead against his own side?
Alex Pearce seems the obvious choice to lead the Indigenous All Stars into battle against Fremantle. But, he’s earmarked the captaincy for another star for the landmark clash.
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Late Freo surge salvages two points in thrilling Pies draw
Fremantle and Collingwood have played out a thrilling draw at Optus Stadium, with the Dockers storming home to salvage two points.
Footy fans melt down over ‘fake tough guy’
Love him or hate him, Brayden Maynard rubs people the wrong way, and the Pie was at it again in Friday’s clash with Fremantle.
‘Ego-less’ Longmuir’s message to senior coach detractors
Justin Longmuir has heard the critics. That he’s dry, or doesn’t have the emotional range to be a great coach. The Freo coach tells SAM LANDSBERGER it simply doesn’t bother him.
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.
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.
Why it ‘was only right’ Freo came together to honour McCarthy
After the passing of Cam McCarthy, Freo players were visibly upset at the pre-game tribute to the former Docker on Friday. What came the day after was the start of the healing.
Hogan’s ‘special’ act after teammate’s death
Jesse Hogan, who played alongside Cam McCarthy with the Dockers, has made his own tribute after the forward’s shock death.
‘Sombre moment’ sends chills through AFL
Senior Fremantle players have been brought to tears in a touching tribute to ex-teammate Cam McCarthy after his shock death at age 29.
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