INSANE: 12 - The Real Truth

Flagmantle frenzy grows as Dockers brace for Hawks

Fremantle are a perfect 12-0 at home this season, with their fervent fanbase and Wharfie Time crowd activation proving to be big weapons.

AAP · Sep 2

Fremantle thrive on jeopardy – luckily for them qualifying finals are nerve shredders

The minor premiers face Hawthorn with the gap between first and fourth on the AFL ladder having noticeably narrowed over the past decade

The Guardian - AU · Sep 2

Dockers spring selection surprise for Hawks AFL final

While most changes were expected, a Fremantle defender will play only his fourth game in two seasons when the Dockers meet Hawthorn in their qualifying final.

AAP · Sep 2

'Almost like EPL': Beveridge stunned by Clarkson axing

Stunned by Alastair Clarkson's sacking at North Melbourne, Western Bulldogs coach Luke Beveridge has reflected on the changing nature of the AFL industry.

AAP · Sep 2

How star Cat 'flipped the script' on pre-finals anxiety

Geelong forward Shannon Neale has opened up on working his way through his pre-finals anxiety after losing the AFL grand final last year.

AAP · Sep 2

What Roos want from next coach after sacking Clarkson

North Melbourne didn't feel Alastair Clarkson could keep up with the modern game and, after brutally sacking their coach, want his successor to show they can.

AAP · Sep 2

Amiss joins big boys club as Freo set sights on flag

Jye Amiss has kicked a career-high 58 goals this season as part of Fremantle's feared three-pronged attack, and Hawthorn will have their hands full on Thursday.

AAP · Sep 2

Bates to join AFLW-100 club as Hawks come home

Hawthorn will celebrate two milestones in Sunday's AFLW match against Adelaide at their new HQ as captain Emily Bates joins a select club.

AAP · Sep 1

All-Australian mind coaches fuelling finals-bound Blue

While he's far from searching for vindication after his trade from Gold Coast, Carlton star Ben Ainsworth says a key Suns link has helped him find finals form.

AAP · Sep 1

'Don't know the facts': coach speaks on concussion fine

Geelong coach Chris Scott has faced the media for the first time since the Cats were penalised for the concussion contract saga involving Jake Kolodjashnij.

AAP · Sep 1