How unlucky Docker can keep himself in grand final mix Fremantle ruckman Sean Darcy has been restricted to just seven senior games in 2026, and he'll need a lot to go his way to end the year with an AFL flag. AAP · Sep 15
'Backing myself': Hawk flying with better AFL mindset Over the last couple of seasons, a Hawthorn midfielder has cemented himself in their AFL side thanks to not being so hard on himself. AAP · Sep 15
We won't get ambushed: Dockers on red alert for Swans Sydney will be without the "Pullman Five" and Callum Mills for Friday's preliminary final, but Fremantle aren't being lulled into a false sense of security. AAP · Sep 15
'No-brainer': Lions' young gun pens timely new deal Logan Morris has joined Zac Bailey in committing his playing future to the Brisbane Lions just days out from the AFL preliminary final against Hawthorn. AAP · Sep 15
'Prove myself': Swans recruit in finals family affair Sydney recruit Jai Serong has already done his homework on Fremantle ahead of a blockbuster preliminary finals clash, thanks to help from his older brother. AAP · Sep 14
Meek revenge plot as Hawks aim to derail Lions dynasty Hawthorn ruckman Lloyd Meek can't shake the moment when Sam Draper got the better of him and won't rest until he gets one back on his opposite number. AAP · Sep 14
No superpowers needed as Swans aim to take down Dockers Far from being torpedoed, Sydney will be aiming to buck the odds yet again when they take on Fremantle in Friday night's preliminary final at the SCG. AAP · Sep 14
Talakai not ready for Sharks' revival to end early Siosifa Talakai has made his name at Cronulla after a few seasons at South Sydney early in his career, but he knows the Sharks stint is now on limited time. AAP · Sep 14
'Hoping my future at Broncos': Player of year Willison Brisbane's player of the year Xavier Willison, a shining light in a gloomy season, says he doesn't want to follow predecessor Payne Haas out of the club. AAP · Sep 14
'Look in the mirror': how Lions loss jarred Hawks Hawthorn co-captain Jai Newcombe says it was no surprise Brisbane bounced back last weekend to set up their preliminary final this Saturday at the MCG. AAP · Sep 14
Lachie Neale's Brisbane Future in Doubt as 'Behaviour' Questions Emerge Amid Contract and Marital Woes Lachie Neale's future at Brisbane is uncertain after reports that the Lions may not offer him a new contract, while speculation continues over a possible move to Collingwood. International Business Times UK · Sep 14
Brotherly love on ice as Serongs battle for GF berth Caleb Serong has spoken about the "strange" feeling of having to face his younger brother in a preliminary final, and he hopes it will be captured by a photo. AAP · Sep 14
'Tip of the iceberg': Dawson backed after online abuse Hawthorn co-captain Jai Newcombe says online abuse of AFL players is much worse than is being reported, with Adelaide's Jordan Dawson the latest to call it out. AAP · Sep 14
Swans captaincy 'privilege, but bittersweet' for Rampe Dane Rampe will stand in for injured Sydney captain Callum Mills on the finals stage again as the Swans veteran weighs up his AFL future beyond September. AAP · Sep 14
AAP · Sep 13 'Can we do it?' Lions zero in on rare flag hat-trick The Brisbane Lions are motivated by the chance to create history as they chase two more wins required to complete a rare AFL premiership 'three-peat'.
AAP · Sep 13 Roosters' Walker hint after veteran's rare off night The question of Daly Cherry-Evans' composure under pressure is set to dominate the build-up to the Roosters' clash with Cronulla.
The Guardian - AU · Sep 13 Lions rewarded for embracing risk as ‘good Brisbane’ keep AFL flag dream alive Which Brisbane turn up on any given day can be a mystery but after a qualifying final wake-up call they were too good for Adelaide in every area
AAP · Sep 13 Rayner fined for staging again, Crows defender banned Brisbane's Cameron Rayner has been fined for staging for the second time this year, marking the third time in the past 12 months he has been accused of diving.
AAP · Sep 13 How Freo spearheads stick tight through thick and thin Jye Amiss, Pat Voss and Josh Treacy have been a powerful force this season, and the trio didn't let a poor display against Hawthorn hurt their confidence.
AAP · Sep 13 Old-fashioned spray sparks life into AFL three-peat Hawthorn await at the MCG after the Lions, spurred on by an old-school coaching spray, rediscovered their best at the Gabba to trounce Adelaide.
AAP · Sep 12 I'm ready to be Swans captain, says Gulden Filled with pride after a gutsy finals win over Brisbane, Sydney star Errol Gulden says he's ready to fill the leadership void in the Swans' premiership push.
AAP · Sep 12 Punters' own backyard slice of SCG history up for grabs Sports lovers are being offered the opportunity to win a slice of hallowed SCG turf to replant in their own backyard.
AAP · Sep 12 'Tex staying, and so am I': Crows' coach confident Adelaide coach Matthew Nicks is confident about his future at the Crows after their finals' defeat - and says retiring spearhead Taylor Walker will stay too.
AAP · Sep 12 Magnificent seven minutes boost Lions into AFL prelim A record-breaking start has propelled the Brisbane Lions into an AFL preliminary final against Hawthorn and bounced Adelaide out at the Gabba.
AAP · Sep 12 Sharks sink Cowboys to stay alive in NRL finals Cronulla are through to the second week of the NRL finals after ending North Queensland's season with a 26-16 win in their elimination fina;.