‘It obviously backfired’: Neeld’s big coaching shift since AFL stint
More than a decade on from Mark Neeld’s time at Melbourne, the way South Barwon’s players speak about him couldn’t be further from the picture a former Demon painted.
Melbourne
‘Gives us a chance’: Dees happy with fixture chaos
The Demons look like a team on the decline, but their coach says they can make good use of the AFLW’s controversial scheduling call.
AFL star skips team awards after drama
The Demons have announced superstar Christian Petracca will not attend the club’s best and fairest awards after recent turmoil.
Why Petracca will skip Demons’ B&F
Melbourne’s best and fairest is early next month, but Christian Petracca won’t be there. JAY CLARK explains why, plus the star Dee touches on the ‘robust discussions’ he’s had with the club.
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Demon’s season over after brutal injuries
After two severe injuries left Christian Petracca in the intensive care unit in a Melbourne hospital, a decision has been made on his immediate playing future.
McGuane: Simon Goodwin needs to eat humble pie
Melbourne’s season has gone from bad to worse with the news Christian Petracca will miss the rest of the season. Mick McGuane unpacks the Demons’ ‘bitterly disappointing’ year.
Horrific truth of star’s injuries revealed
Christian Petracca’s playing hopes in 2024 have been revealed amid major question marks over Melbourne’s duty of care.
Will Lever call come back to haunt battling Demons?
When Jake Lever suffered concussion in round 10, Melbourne took the opportunity to send him for knee surgery. Four weeks on, the Demons’ season is on the brink after a period which has emphasised just how important the defender is.
Petracca defends Dees docs amid criticism of injury return
Melbourne superstar Christian Petracca has come out in defence of the club’s doctors after they faced criticism for allowing him to return against Collingwood with what were later deemed “catastrophic” injuries.
Demons star‘s horror injuries revealed
The full extent of the severe injuries Melbourne star Christian Petracca suffered have been revealed after he was taken to hospital.
‘Can’t believe it’: Handshake divides football
A storm has erupted over the Melbourne Demons’ pre-game act before high drama in their loss to Collingwood.
‘Doubt and confusion’ hits Dees as Pies fire another warning shot
The Dees have hit a crossroads. After yet another disappointing effort against the Pies on a big stage, JAY CLARK asks, how can we trust them?
SuperCoach: Daicos disaster and big King’s Birthday takeaways
Nick Daicos and Christian Petracca were both subbed out, Max Gawn was massive and we may have a rookie saviour for the rest of the byes. Here’s what we learned on King’s Birthday.
Ralph: Six burning questions over King’s Birthday clash
Can the Dees reclaim their midfield edge? Who kicks goals for the Pies? JON RALPH unpacks the six burning questions ahead of the traditional King’s Birthday clash.
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