Dynamic Demons ready to put King's plan to finals test Steven King's attacking game style has thrilled Melbourne fans and neutrals all season, but faces a huge test against red-hot Carlton in their wildcard clash. AAP · Aug 28
Dogs midfield blow ahead of next AFL knockout final Matthew Kennedy shone in the Western Bulldogs' wildcard win over Collingwood but will be sidelined for their elimination final because of concussion. AAP · Aug 28
Gutted Pies 'pushing hard' for off-season improvement Collingwood have wriggle room in their salary cap to chase recruits after their season ended in wildcard heartbreak. AAP · Aug 28
Sidebottom bluntly sums up cruel end to great career Collingwood great Steele Sidebottom was given a guard of honour by teammates and the Western Bulldogs after his last AFL game ended in heartbreak. AAP · Aug 28
Relief for Bulldogs after gripping AFL wildcard final The Western Bulldogs have beaten Collingwood by three points in the first AFL wildcard final, before 81,036 fans at the MCG. AAP · Aug 28
Western Bulldogs defeat Collingwood Magpies: AFL wildcard final – as it happened Dogs hang on for a three-point victory as Tim Membrey misses a last-gasp set shot to snatch victory for the Pies at the MCG The Guardian - AU · Aug 28
'It stacks up': Demons ready to strike in AFL finals While Melbourne have injury problems and are coming off an upset loss, Bayley Fritsch says they will head into their final against Carlton with confidence. AAP · Aug 28
'Does affect you': Hawks forward opens up contract saga Key Hawthorn forward Mitch Lewis has candidly addressed how he dealt with contract speculation, before re-signing with the Hawks. AAP · Aug 28
'He's fine': Crows dismiss concern over veteran forward Adelaide assistant coach Nathan van Berlo says a key forward is fine after failing to complete a training session ahead of the AFL finals. AAP · Aug 28
Tim Kelly opens up on earning respect back at Eagles West Coast veteran Tim Kelly endured a tough time last year, but the veteran bounced back strongly this season to show he still has plenty more to offer. AAP · Aug 28
Perth Glory captain Taggart set to make bombshell exit Perth Glory captain Adam Taggart is set to link up with former Socceroos star Harry Kewell in a bombshell move away from the A-League. AAP · Aug 28
Fremantle lock in X-factor forward until 2029 Fremantle have locked in goalsneak Isaiah Dudley until the end of 2029, while Oscar McDonald has also penned a new deal with the minor premiers. AAP · Aug 28
Ex-AFL star Nicky Winmar jailed then bailed over attack Former AFL icon and anti-racism advocate Nicky Winmar will fight a prison sentence he received for assaulting a woman. AAP · Aug 27
Maguire ducks question over future after Broncos' woe Under-fire Michael Maguire has talked about Brisbane's ability rather than his future after questions were raised following the thrashing by the Storm. AAP · Aug 27
AAP · Aug 27 'Defence wins premierships': Dogs ready for wildcard After rediscovering their defensive bite, the Western Bulldogs are well prepared to take on Collingwood in a historic wildcard finals clash at the MCG.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 27 AFL finals: why every team can – and can’t – win the 2026 premiership The first season with a wildcard round means 10 clubs are still in with a shot of tasting the ultimate success. We examine their strengths and weaknesses
AAP · Aug 27 Maguire's season from hell continues at hands of Storm Pressure on Brisbane coach Michael Maguire has skyrocketed to an all-time high after the Broncos suffered a brutal capitulation to Melbourne on home turf.
AAP · Aug 27 'Work to do': AFL chair on respect for women AFL chairman Craig Drummond says respect for women is "not negotiable" for the league following the Sydney Swans hotel scandal.
The Guardian - AU · Aug 27 Geelong fined $140,000 over secret Jake Kolodjashnij concussion waiver AFL sanctions Cats for failing to lodge variation to player’s contract while Andrew Dillon says league would not accept same deal lodged today
AAP · Aug 27 Carlton coach expects youngsters to shine on big stage After extraordinary seasons, Carlton young guns Jagga Smith and Harry Dean have been backed to carry their form into a wildcard showdown against Melbourne.
AAP · Aug 27 All-Australian is nice, but flag sounds better for Freo Fremantle had a club-record five players named in this year's All-Australian squad, but they would swap individual honours for team success in a heartbeat.
AAP · Aug 27 Bulldogs coach 'falls off chair' after Magpies training The Western Bulldogs, and other Marvel Stadium tenant clubs, have reacted strongly to Collingwood being allowed a main training session at the Docklands venue.
AAP · Aug 26 Reid's two-game suspension upheld at AFL Tribunal West Coast young gun Harley Reid will miss the first two rounds next season after the Eagles failed in their bid to downgrade his rough conduct charge.
AAP · Aug 26 Bulldogs young gun opens up on 'circuit breaker' Back in top form approaching finals, Western Bulldogs young gun Joel Freijah has detailed how he worked his way out of a "challenging" time this season.
AAP · Aug 26 'Not a one-man job': Blues' plan for red-hot Pickett Carlton defender Adam Cerra has opened up on the Blues' plans for Melbourne's dual All-Australian star Kysaiah Pickett in their wildcard final.