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Collingwood bring Carlton back down to earth just as an AFL wildcard spot seemed in reach

The sense of doom may be gone but the Blues needed this win against the Magpies more than any other under Fraser – and they weren’t up to it

The Guardian - AU · Jul 19

Hawks put hapless Tigers to the sword at MCG

Hawthorn stars Will Day and Jack Ginnivan will both be available next round after a thumping win for the Hawks over Richmond at the MCG.

AAP · Jul 19

Coach Yze wants rebuilding Richmond to shape AFL finals

Richmond coach Adem Yze has boldly declared the rebuilding Tigers can shake up the AFL finals race, starting with their MCG clash with top-four-bound Hawthorn.

AAP · Jul 18

Zorko back for Lions, English no certainty for Dogs

The Lions welcome back veteran Dayne Zorko to take on the Bombers, while the Bulldogs have named Tim English, but there is no guarantee he will play this week.

AAP · Jul 9

Watson sidelined again, Nash could miss season

One of Hawthorn's stars has been ruled out again for their big game against Carlton, while a teammate might not play again this season.

AAP · Jul 9

Dees focus on freedom, not finals, ahead of Tigers bout

Melbourne have been the surprise packets of 2026, but coach Steven King is taking nothing for granted despite his team being within touching distance of finals.

AAP · Jul 8

Record donations repaid as teals rail against system

The largest declared donations in Victorian political history have been repaid as would-be teal MPs feel the squeeze of reinstated caps.

AAP · Jul 8

'Doing a disservice': Carlton interim not distracted

After seven straight wins, Josh Fraser is refusing to entertain coaching Carlton full-time in fear it might disrupt the Blues' stunning momentum.

AAP · Jul 8

Dockers star has 'dodged a bullet' with injury setback

Fremantle's Hayden Young is a slim chance to play in the AFL top-of-the-table clash with Sydney despite his latest injury setback.

AAP · Jul 6

Fast-starting Demons hold off Hawks despite fade-out

The Melbourne Demons have beaten Hawthorn by 35 points in Launceston, with a stunning 13-goals-to-one first half setting up the victory.

AAP · Jul 4