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From the Pocket: Alastair Clarkson kneecapping shows the difficulty of moving on an AFL legend

The coach’s bitter recrimination after his exit from North Melbourne highlights an often impossible position clubs and coaches find themselves in

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From the Pocket: Alastair Clarkson’s exit makes sense but North Melbourne never got the best version of him

The coach’s task when taking the reins at the Kangaroos was a Sisyphean one so it comes as no surprise he is now at a ‘parting of ways’ with the club

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Swans crisis: AFL boss denies league has culture issue

AFL boss Andrew Dillon has launched the finals with a strongly-worded statement, also noting five Sydney players won't be invited to Brownlow medal night.

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New-look Geelong ready for ominous North AFLW test

Geelong will again open their AFLW campaign against all-conquering North Melbourne, but are keen to prove a point under new coach Mick Stinear.

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North pull off upset win to extend Bulldogs' pain

North Melbourne have beaten a top-eight opponent for the first time in the Alastair Clarkson era, upsetting the Western Bulldogs by 23 points at Marvel Stadium.

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'Different week': Bulldogs close in on wildcard spot

The Western Bulldogs can lock in a wildcard spot, at least, if they beat North Melbourne and coach Luke Beveridge wants them to embrace the pressure.

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'That'll do me': Clarkson addresses North future

As speculation mounts over his future at Arden St, North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson has addressed his contract situation.

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'A stretch': Coaches speak on AFL's controversial memo

The AFL has warned clubs they risk being sanctioned should they rest players in round 24, but several coaches say they won't be paying attention to the memo.

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Irrepressible North Melbourne want more in AFLW

North Melbourne have gone unbeaten for the past two AFLW seasons but captain Jasmine Garner believes the Kangaroos can still reach another level.

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Roos coach Clarkson hopes to avoid tap on the shoulder

North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson hopes he is given the chance to lead the club to the promised land amidst talk he may not receive a contract extension.

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Devils miss out on Kangaroos emerging star Comben

Charlie Comben is all-in on North Melbourne's rebuild, rejecting the advances of the Tasmania Devils to re-sign with the Kangaroos until 2033.

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Nasiah Wanganeen-Milera takes down the Kangaroos – a year since he dismantled the Demons

Saints star lopes forward to change the game in win soured by Max King injury. And Jack Gunston outscores the Bombers

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Richards, Bontempelli put Richmond to the sword

The Western Bulldogs have moved to within percentage of the top six after thrashing Richmond by 57 points in a one-sided contest in Melbourne.

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'What the fans want': AFLW defends historic match venue

While the AFLW is set to play five double-headers, they have defended their venue choice for the inaugural international between Australia and Ireland.

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Turner sent to hospital, souring Demons' win over Roos

Matthew Jefferson booted a career-high four goals as Melbourne came from behind to beat North Melbourne, but the win was soured by injuries to two key players.

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Magpies' Crisp avoids ban as record streak continues

Jack Crisp has escaped without any sanction and will continue his record-extending streak after the Collingwood veteran laid a tackle that led to a concussion.

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Magpies break Kangaroos' hearts with thrilling AFL win

Nick Daicos has produced some late magic to help seal another thrilling Collingwood win, denying North Melbourne by four points at Marvel Stadium.

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Prime-time the carrot for Roos in Magpies blockbuster

Handed their first Friday night fixture at Marvel Stadium since 2019, North Melbourne coach Alastair Clarkson is backing the Kangaroos to rise to the occasion.

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Concern for injured Kangaroo playmaker after Port loss

Port Adelaide have kicked the last four goals of the game for a 21-point win over North Melbourne at Adelaide Oval.

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Slumping Suns to face rock-solid Magpies defence

Brayden Maynard is a big return for the Collingwood defence, which will be a tough nut for Gold Coast to crack as they try to end their five-game losing streak.

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Kangaroos back misfiring spearhead to find form

After another wayward outing in front of goal, North Melbourne captain Nick Larkey has been backed to soon rediscover his best.

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Bombers in 'swamp' as Solomon talks on coaching chances

Dean Solomon remains undecided if he will go through Essendon's process of choosing a permanent leader after the club selected a panel to pick the next coach.

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Bombers next as North aim to keep building momentum

Last weekend wasn't pretty, but North Melbourne's scrappy win over Richmond means they improved to 7-7 and will start firm favourites against Essendon.

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Tigers taking 'finals mindset' into Collingwood clash

Coming off an ugly loss to North Melbourne, Richmond are being urged to aim high and think like a finals team as they prepare to take on Collingwood.

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Locked in: Sheezel signs with Kangaroos until 2032

Star midfielder Harry Sheezel has signed a contract extension with North Melbourne as the club attempt to snap a 10-year finals drought.

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