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SHOCKING: 5 - What They Never Told You

No superpowers needed as Swans aim to take down Dockers

Far from being torpedoed, Sydney will be aiming to buck the odds yet again when they take on Fremantle in Friday night's preliminary final at the SCG.

AAP · Sep 14

'Look in the mirror': how Lions loss jarred Hawks

Hawthorn co-captain Jai Newcombe says it was no surprise Brisbane bounced back last weekend to set up their preliminary final this Saturday at the MCG.

AAP · Sep 14

Brotherly love on ice as Serongs battle for GF berth

Caleb Serong has spoken about the "strange" feeling of having to face his younger brother in a preliminary final, and he hopes it will be captured by a photo.

AAP · Sep 14

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How Freo spearheads stick tight through thick and thin

Jye Amiss, Pat Voss and Josh Treacy have been a powerful force this season, and the trio didn't let a poor display against Hawthorn hurt their confidence.

AAP · Sep 13

Old-fashioned spray sparks life into AFL three-peat

Hawthorn await at the MCG after the Lions, spurred on by an old-school coaching spray, rediscovered their best at the Gabba to trounce Adelaide.

AAP · Sep 13

Battle-hardened Hawks driven by painful finals memories

Hawthorn sit just one win away from reaching their first grand final since 2015 but are all too aware how easily the opportunity can be ripped away.

AAP · Sep 12

Wanted to crawl into a hole: Freo reveal Hawks torment

Fremantle players felt embarrassed by their performance against Hawthorn last week, and their vow to play with freedom against Geelong paid off.

AAP · Sep 12

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Geelong star in for surgery as Cats dealt knockout blow

Geelong veteran Jeremy Cameron is booked for more surgery on his injured arm and faces a stint on the sidelines after the Cats' AFL finals exit.

AAP · Sep 11

Scott sees the punch line in ARC's controversial call

The AFL world was in disbelief after Cats wingman Oliver Dempsey was denied what looked to be a spectacular goal during his team's 14-point semi-final loss.

AAP · Sep 11

Dockers claim underdog status as decimated Swans await

Fremantle players have been told the job isn't done yet after they secured a preliminary final berth against Sydney with a 14-point win over Geelong.

AAP · Sep 11

Danger stands tall, star Cats battle in AFL finals exit

Patrick Dangerfield backed it up on the big stage, but other high-profile Cats struggled to make an impact in their AFL semi-final loss to Fremantle.

AAP · Sep 11

Fremantle keep AFL premiership dream alive with win against Geelong in finals classic

The Dockers hold off determined Cats for a 14-point victory in their semi-final at Optus Stadium to set up a showdown with the Swans

The Guardian - AU · Sep 11

Wharfie Time rings as Dockers ride Unicorn into prelim

A dazzling display from the Unicorn helped the Dockers hold off the Cats in a pulsating Perth showdown and gallop into a preliminary final against the Swans.

AAP · Sep 11

Fremantle Dockers v Geelong Cats: AFL semi-final – as it happened

The Dockers hold off the Cats with Luke Jackson standing tall for the minor premiers in an all-time classic at Optus Stadium

The Guardian - AU · Sep 11

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AAP · Sep 10

No panic: McVee in as Dockers vow to right the wrongs

Fremantle players succumbed to Hawthorn's pressure in last week's AFL qualifying final flop, but Justin Longmuir is backing his team to right the wrongs.

AAP · Sep 10

How Cats great would get the most out of hobbled star

Tom Hawkins believes there is a key reason why former teammate Jeremy Cameron can still fire for Geelong despite carrying injury concerns into their semi-final.

AAP · Sep 10

Why Moose is Fremantle's rock amid the chaos

Fremantle captain Alex Pearce isn't afraid to show his vulnerability alongside his strength, and his leadership is allowing teammates to thrive.

AAP · Sep 9

Ex-Dockers fan sets sights on ending Flagmantle tilt

Fremantle are staring down the barrel of a straight sets finals exit, and a former fan may play a role in ending their premiership dream for 2026.

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The Guardian - AU · Sep 8

AFL finals: where the Fremantle v Geelong semi-final will be won and lost

The minor premiers are staring at a straight-sets exit as they host the experienced Cats with a preliminary final against the Swans up for grabs

AAP · Sep 8

Geelong warned: stand in front of Treacy at your peril

Josh Treacy had an off day against Hawthorn last week, but Andrew Brayshaw expects the All-Australian forward to go into overdrive against Geelong.

AAP · Sep 6

Dockers shake off AFLW injury blow to smash Tigers

Fremantle have pulled off a statement win against Richmond despite losing All-Australian ruck Mim Strom to injury, before Geelong smashed winless Essendon.

AAP · Sep 6

'What you live for': Cats ruck relishes AFL final debut

After impressing in his AFL finals debut, Geelong ruckman Mitch Edwards will go up against his old club and Fremantle star Luke Jackson this Friday night.

AAP · Sep 6

Defiant Dockers vow to block out the outside bulls***

Fremantle defender Jordan Clark says it will be important to block out the naysayers as the Dockers attempt to bounce back from their upset loss to Hawthorn.

AAP · Sep 6

Grateful Hawk veteran primed for deep AFL finals run

Well aware few players get the chance to win multiple AFL flags, Tom Barrass is channelling his gratitude towards playing with freedom in Hawthorn's finals run.

AAP · Sep 4

Cats expect star midfielder to be better for finals run

Geelong are confident star Max Holmes will be better placed for their AFL semi-final against Fremantle after getting through his injury return against Carlton.

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