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Premiership window slammed shut for Goodwin after '21

Melbourne reasonably thought their drought-breaking 2021 premiership under coach Simon Goodwin was the start of something great, but they were badly wrong.

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Demons star Brayshaw speaks of AFL retirement toll

Former Melbourne player Angus Brayshaw has toasted his fellow AFL retirees at the Brownlow Medal, saying it's a relief to know there's life after football.

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Concussion injuries remain key issue for AFL, AFLW

The latest injury reports for the AFL and AFLW detail the extent of the concussion issue, while ACL ruptures remain the biggest problem for the women's league.

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Dockers bid to clear Fyfe for crunch clash with Bombers

Fremantle will head to the AFL Tribunal on Tuesday night in a bid to overturn Nat Fyfe's one-match ban for striking.

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Goodwin buoyed by younger Dees' form in AFL finals race

Trent Rivers led a strong contribution from Melbourne's young stars in a 54-point hammering of West Coast, giving coach Simon Goodwin cause for optimism.

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Unwilling villain Brayden Maynard ready for 200th game

Polarising Collingwood defender Brayden Maynard admits he doesn't like being hated by opposition fans but being loved by his teammates is more important.

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Magpies' Maynard thrives amid boos and off-field stress

Collingwood defender Brayden Maynard had off-field matters to deal with ahead of the inevitable boos from Melbourne fans on Monday.

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Demons have had much to ponder after Dockers debacle

There are no excuses for Melbourne's dismal performance against Fremantle, with coach Simon Goodwin saying the brutal defeat prompted a week of self-analysis.

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Moore brushes May comments, tips hot Big Freeze clash

Collingwood and Melbourne will resume their rivalry in the annual Big Freeze contest, both desperate for a win after sliding out of the top eight.

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Bulldogs youngster forced to retire through concussion

Western Bulldogs first-year player Aiden O'Driscoll has been forced into premature retirement through concussion, without playing a game for the AFL club.

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'Potential to cause injury': AFL stands by Pickett ban

Kysaiah Pickett will be watching Melbourne's clash with the Brisbane Lions from the sidelines after the Demons failed to overturn his one-match ban.

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Brayshaw returns to Melbourne as bench coach

Angus Brayshaw has joined Melbourne's AFL coaching ranks in a part-time role after his playing career was cut short due to multiple concussions.

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AFL brings in 21-day concussion protocol at local level

AFL and AFLW players will continue to abide by the league's 12-day concussion protocols, but younger players will be treated more conservatively.

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Demons to use Brayshaw for inspiration in AFL flag tilt

Much-loved utility Angus Brayshaw retired on medical grounds last month but will continue to have a role with Melbourne in their pursuit of the 2024 flag.

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'Scapegoat' Powell-Pepper suspended for four AFL games

Port Adelaide forward Sam Powell-Pepper has received a four-game AFL suspension for a high bump on Adelaide defender Mark Keane.

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'Spud's Game' to be played at MCG for first time

The annual AFL Spud's Game in honour of Danny Frawley will be played at the MCG for the first time, with St Kilda taking on Collingwood in round two.

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Port's Powell-Pepper sent to AFL tribunal for high bump

Port Adelaide forward Sam Powell-Pepper is facing a heavy suspension for a high bump on Adelaide defender Mark Keane after being referred to the AFL tribunal.

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Brayshaw's AFL retirement leaves Gawn 'devastated'

Melbourne captain Max Gawn and Collingwood counterpart Darcy Moore have spoken of their sadness over Angus Brayshaw's sudden retirement.

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Port star scrutinised in early test for AFL bump rules

Port Adelaide's Sam Powell-Pepper will learn his fate on Monday when the AFL match review officer assesses the high bump which concussed Adelaide's Mark Keane.

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Retired Dee Brayshaw urges AFL to do more on concussion

Melbourne AFL premiership player Angus Brayshaw has been forced into premature retirement because of concussion.

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Magpie star Maynard supports AFL's smother rule change

Collingwood star Brayden Maynard is supportive of the AFL's crackdown on smothers that was only prompted by his own controversial September tribunal case.

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AFL keen to tighten rule on smothers after Maynard case

The AFL wants club feedback on a number of proposed rule changes, including a tightening of what is allowed when a player tries to smother an opponent's kick.

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Maynard talks about stresses around tribunal hearing

Collingwood defender Brayden Maynard says he had to calm down his mind as he awaited his finals fate at this month's high-profile AFL tribunal hearing.

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Magpies' Maynard won't hold back against GWS

A match-up with Giants star Toby Greene looms for Brayden Maynard after the Collingwood defender beat his rough conduct charge at the AFL tribunal.

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AFL semi-final: Carlton beat Melbourne in MCG thriller – as it happened

Blues will face the Brisbane Lions in the AFL preliminary final next week after defeating the Demons in front of a sold-out MCG

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