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HISTORICAL FACTS: 6 - The Untold Story

Grounds for optimism at North Melbourne as emerging talents give glimpse of rosy future

‘The potential phase is over’, the club’s president wrote during the week. Alastair Clarkson’s team appears to have taken note

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Swans apologise over Bondi tribute 'omission'

The Sydney Swans have apologised after their tribute to victims of the Bondi terrorist attack did not include direct references to the Jewish community.

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'We can do anything': Swans up for Lions test

Defender Nick Blakey believes a showdown with the reigning premiers is the chance for Charlie Curnow-led Sydney to show they are a genuinely good team.

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Tigers focus on positives from Lynch's wayward night

Richmond spearhead Tom Lynch kicked 2.7 in a wayward performance in front of goal as the Tigers opened their AFL season with a narrow loss to Carlton.

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'Targeted' Blues enjoy victorious finale to horror week

It wasn't pretty, but Carlton's win over Richmond was cause for celebration in the eyes of coach Michael Voss after a tough week in the spotlight.

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'Hanging on': Blues withstand Tigers' late surge

Going in under an intense blowtorch, Carlton had plenty of nervous moments against old rivals Richmond before hanging on for their first win of the AFL season.

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All eyes on young guns showdown for Blues, Tigers clash

Richmond's former No.1 draft pick Sam Lalor and Carlton sensation Jagga Smith will face off for the first time and both their coaches are excited.

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Port appoint ex-Blues assistant as head AFLW coach

Port Adelaide have settled on a replacement for Lauren Arnell as their AFLW head coach, with a Carlton identity appointed to the role.

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From the Pocket: Docherty’s voice memo highlights impossible job facing modern AFL coaches

The former Carlton player’s leaked message to Daniel Gorringe shows how a podcaster can inflict as much damage as Errol Gulden’s left boot

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Tigers get chance to sink the boot into battling Blues

For a second consecutive year, youthful Richmond can start their AFL season by upsetting Carlton and piling more pressure on the beleaguered Blues.

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Swans looking for more steady show against Lions

Sydney know they can't rely on another 75-point quarter to overhaul their opponents, particularly when their next challenge comes against premiers Brisbane.

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Voss attempts to move past Blues' off-field woes

Carlton coach Michael Voss isn't dwelling on fierce criticism or fresh reports that the club approached Collingwood's Craig McRae about taking the reins.

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Collingwood’s cool heads rise to big AFL occasion and make point to naysayers

The Magpies didn’t enjoy the best off-season but they excelled in opening round at the MCG as too many fumbles and shanks cost St Kilda dearly

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Saints looking to the stars as big season opener awaits

New St Kilda co-captain Cal Wilkie is unafraid to talk about the club's lofty ambitions as they enter a season where they'll be the centre of attention.

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Ex-Carlton boss's wife says he blamed her for scandal

Ex-Carlton president Luke Sayers' estranged wife claims he "shamelessly" blamed her for a lewd photo scandal, without giving her an opportunity to respond.

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Revitalised Saints not convinced Collingwood in demise

While Collingwood have been tipped to miss the top eight this year, St Kilda coach Ross Lyon believes they remain an AFL heavyweight ahead of their MCG clash.

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Blues won't overreact to tough AFL opening defeat

Carlton coach Michael Voss has no plans of over-reacting to Carlton's tough AFL opening round defeat to Sydney.

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Swans explode to life to shatter Blues in season opener

An extraordinary 12-goal third quarter from Sydney has delivered the Swans a 63-point comeback win over Carlton in a spiteful AFL season opener.

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From the Pocket: AFL’s Final Siren documentary is slick but forgettable

It follows some of the best-known footballers in the game. As a result, we don’t really learn anything new

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'Better equipped': Swans coach eyes finals return

Another year, another premiership campaign - only this time, Sydney coach Dean Cox feels better placed to guide the Swans to finals after off-field additions.

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'Not lost on us': Dillon oversees plenty of AFL change

While the AFL remains a strong code, the last few months have not been smooth and they need to have their house in better order.

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'They've shown their dislike': Heeney on Curnow reunion

Charlie Curnow's reunion with Carlton is set to take centre stage in the AFL season opener, with new Sydney teammate Isaac Heeney also feeling the hype.

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Blues to play two debutants, Weitering set for Curnow

Carlton young guns Jagga Smith and Harry Dean will make their AFL debuts on Thursday night, while Jacob Weitering also looks certain to play.

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AFL 2026 predicted ladder part two: history suggests Geelong may struggle

The Cats remain a flawed team and could find themselves among footy’s lower middle class after last year’s grand final mauling

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Curnow, Oliver wowing teammates after big moves north

The two big recruits to Sydney's AFL clubs have impressed their new teammates even before playing a competition game in fresh colours.

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