'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. AAP · Mar 12
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. AAP · Mar 11
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. AAP · Mar 11
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 The Guardian - AU · Mar 11
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. AAP · Mar 11
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. AAP · Mar 10
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. AAP · Mar 10
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 The Guardian - AU · Mar 9
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. AAP · Mar 6
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. AAP · Mar 6
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. AAP · Mar 6
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. AAP · Mar 5
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. AAP · Mar 4
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 The Guardian - AU · Mar 4
AAP · Mar 4 '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.
AAP · Mar 3 '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.
AAP · Mar 3 '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.
AAP · Mar 3 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.
The Guardian - AU · Mar 2 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
AAP · Mar 2 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.
AAP · Feb 27 AFL to 'have a chat' after ruck loophole exposed The AFL didn't anticipate players exposing the new ruck rule in the manner Sydney's Brodie Grundy was able to in the practice match against GWS.
AAP · Feb 25 Injury scare could make clubs reconsider ruck options Clubs could be nervous about throwing their forwards into ruck centre ball-ups after an injury scare to Geelong's Shannon Neale.
AAP · Feb 25 Blues back Weitering to return for Curnow grudge match Carlton are confident Jacob Weitering will be fit to face former teammate Charlie Curnow when the new-look Blues take on Sydney.
AAP · Feb 25 Cats breathe easy after Shannon avoids big injury Carlton have beaten Geelong by 15 points in their final pre-season match, but all the talk was about a knock to Cats forward Shannon Neale.
The Guardian - AU · Feb 25 From the Pocket: Charlie Curnow was let off too easily for jumping ship The key forward never quite delivered on the promise or hype at Carlton and in the long term the Blues will be better off without his gravitational draw