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Dockers told to keep calm and control their own destiny

Fremantle are being written off following their shock loss to Hawthorn, but they aren't about to wave the white flag as they brace for a do-or-die final.

AAP · Sep 4

Tears flow as Hawks star opens up on 'raw' journey

Star Hawthorn midfielder Will Day says the outside doubters gave his team extra motivation to produce a boilover win over Fremantle in Perth.

AAP · Sep 4

Swans have a 'superpower' for finals, says star Lion

Brisbane veteran Dayne Zorko won't make the mistake of underestimating an undermanned Sydney side, saying the embattled AFL club has a "superpower" for finals.

AAP · Sep 4

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Relentless Hawks embrace pressure in AFL finals stunner

Undaunted by a hostile crowd, Hawthorn's demolition of Fremantle started at the coalface and was franked down back as they secured a home AFL preliminary final.

AAP · Sep 3

No fears: defiant Freo lick their wounds and go again

Fremantle's flag hopes are on thin ice after their loss to Hawthorn, but coach Justin Longmuir says he has no fears about having to do things the hard way.

AAP · Sep 3

Wizard weaves magic as Hawks hammer shocker Dockers

Hawthorn have ended Fremantle's perfect home record, pulling off a 32-point AFL qualifying final win to put the minor premiers at risk of a straight-sets exit.

AAP · Sep 3

Fremantle coach defends AFL finals selection gamble

Brandon Walker's AFL finals recall ended in tears, but Fremantle coach Justin Longmuir is adamant it was the right selection call.

AAP · Sep 3

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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

'An honour': Hawks defender on Freo's forward weapons

Hawthorn defender Tom Barrass has opened up on the "honour" of taking on Fremantle's famed tall forwards Josh Treacy, Patrick Voss and Jye Amiss.

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

Premiership dream looms big as Dockers brace for Hawks

Fremantle were a dominant force during the home-and-away season, but can they handle the weight of 32 years of pain as they gear up for a crack at the flag?

AAP · Sep 1

Ginnivan likely to play as Wharfie Time awaits Hawks

Playing in Perth holds no fears for Hawthorn, who will start underdogs in Thursday's qualifying final against Fremantle and their Wharfie Time.

AAP · Sep 1

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AAP · Aug 31

Lions legend's query on Freo flag hopes

The Brisbane Lions are proven performers at the MCG but there are still doubts over minor premier Fremantle's ability to stand up on the game's biggest stage.

AAP · Aug 30

Hung out to dry: Dockers vow to protect key defenders

Jack Gunston ran amok with five first-half goals the last time he faced Fremantle, but the Dockers won't give him the same space in Thursday's qualifying final.

AAP · Aug 28

'It stacks up': Demons ready to strike in AFL finals

While Melbourne have injury problems and are coming off an upset loss, Bayley Fritsch says they will head into their final against Carlton with confidence.

AAP · Aug 28

Fremantle lock in X-factor forward until 2029

Fremantle have locked in goalsneak Isaiah Dudley until the end of 2029, while Oscar McDonald has also penned a new deal with the minor premiers.

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AAP · Aug 27

All-Australian is nice, but flag sounds better for Freo

Fremantle had a club-record five players named in this year's All-Australian squad, but they would swap individual honours for team success in a heartbeat.

AAP · Aug 26

Fremantle forward announces shock AFL retirement

Fremantle forward Sam Switkowski has shocked even his own teammates by announcing his AFL retirement, but he hopes to go out with a bang.

AAP · Aug 25

All-Australian nod lifts ruck great into rare air

Minor premiers Fremantle led the league with five All-Australian selections but all eyes were on record-breaking Melbourne skipper Max Gawn.

AAP · Aug 24

Gawn to make history as Dockers dominate All-Aust squad

Max Gawn is poised to become the first nine-time All-Australian while minor premiers Fremantle have dominated the extended squad.

AAP · Aug 24

Dockers confirm key defender out of final against Hawks

Fremantle defender Brennan Cox won't play in the AFL qualifying final against Hawthorn, but he hasn't been ruled out for the rest of the season yet.

AAP · Aug 24

Fremantle to launch AFL premiership bid on a Thursday

The AFL has released the finals fixture, confirming Fremantle's hotly-anticipated qualifying final against Hawthorn will be on a Thursday night.

AAP · Aug 23

Wharfie time? We'll be ready, say Hawks

Fremantle are a perfect 12-0 at Optus Stadium this year and boast 'Wharfie Time' if the game gets close, but Hawthorn aren't running scared.

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